This course introduces the scientific study of relationship between organisms and their environment. The course is structured around levels of organization from physiological ecology to individuals, populations, communities, ecosystems, landscapes, regions, and the biosphere. Students will be expected to develop a solid knowledge base and understanding of key concepts and issues in contemporary ecology; to become familiar with how ecological understanding is attained by researchers; and to see how ecological knowledge and methods can be used to address important societal problems. Lecture, three hours per week; laboratory, an average of three hours per week.