• ECOL 5500: Quant Analy of Field Data

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  A practical guide to the analysis of messy field data, including data exploration, generalized linear and additive models, mixed models, autocorrelation, and model selection using Program R. Students will spend one intensive week learning methods and the rest of the semester analyzing their own data and writing a manuscript. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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• ECOL 5520: Habitat Selection

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  In this course we will cover theory and behavioral/evolutionary concepts related to the process of habitat selection, the contexts under which habitat choices are adaptive or maladaptive, and different types of anthropogenic habitat change and the consequences for animals in the wild. Prerequisite: Graduate students in good standing.
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• ECOL 5540: Microbial Div & Ecology

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Introduces the diversity and ecology of soil microbes through an integrated lecture and laboratory course. Emphasis on molecular approaches to analyzing microbial diversity and evolution, and student-directed experimental design. Provides a continuum of realistic research experiences in molecular microbial ecology, from field work to evolutionary analysis of DNA sequence data. Cross listed with MOLB/MICR/SOIL 4540. Dual listed with MOLB/SOIL 5540. Prerequisites: MOLB 2210.
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• ECOL 5550: Ecology Profession

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  A capstone that prepares doctoral students for success and leadership in their careers as professional ecologists. Intended for students enrolled in the doctoral Program in Ecology in their second or third year. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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• ECOL 5580: Rangeland Restoration Ecology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Detailed analysis of various ecosystems unique to western rangelands. Primary emphasis on plant community restoration following degradation from edaphic, biotic, hydrologic, and topographic factors. Application of ecological principles to rehabilitate vegetation and restore ecosystem function. Strong emphasis on current research to formulate restoration strategies. Cross listed with REWM 5580.
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• ECOL 5610: Quant Mod Land Ecol

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Emphasis on quantitative, spatial analysis of landscapes and application of these quantitative tools to making sound management decisions. Work with real data, acquire high-level quantitative skills, develop problem-solving skills, and discuss management application of model results. Analysis will encompass abiotic, biotic (plant and animal), and human use of ecological systems in a spatial context. Cross listed with REWM 5610. Prerequisites: Upper division stats course (e.g., STAT 4015 or STAT 4025) and graduate standing.
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• ECOL 5620: Adv Topics: Ecology

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Provides advanced treatment of specific topics in ecology that are not covered in regular courses. Prerequisites: graduate standing and consent of instructor.
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• ECOL 5650: Tropical Field Ecology Ecuador

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Course comprises 10 days in Ecuador in January (before Spring semester), followed by one lecture per week during Spring semester. Focus will be ecology, biodiversity and conservation of tropical forests and behavioral ecology of birds and mammals. Field site is at 1100m on west slope of the Andes. Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 (graduate standing for 5650 credit)
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• ECOL 5680: Landscape Genetics

  3.00 - 4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Provides a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary training and international collaboration uniting some of the most active landscape genetics groups in North America and Europe. A key objective of landscape genetics is to study how landscape modification and habitat fragmentation affect organism dispersal and gene flow across the landscape. Meeting this and other landscape genetic objectives requires highly interdisciplinary specialized skills making intensive use of technical population genetic skills and spatial analysis tools (spatial statistics, GIS tools and remote sensing). To bring these diverse topics and skills together effectively, we are using a distributed model of teaching. Population genetics, spatial analysis/statistics, and previous experience in Rare all extremely useful but not required. Cross listed with: REWM 5680.
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• ECOL 5690: Prog in Ecol/Evolution Sympos

  1.00 - 4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  The Program in Ecology and Evolution Student Symposium is a student conceptualized, generated, organized, and implemented scientific symposium. In this course, students will present a poster, give an oral presentation, offer a workshop, or serve on the organizational committee. Prerequisites: Graduate Standing
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