BIOL 345 - Field Botany

A study of the evolution, ecology, geography, and taxonomy of vascular plants. Students learn the principles of plant classification and, through first hand experience the techniques of plant identification, collection, and preservation. Through field trips, students will become familiar with many of the local trees, wildflowers, and ferns. Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): For biology majors: BIOL 285; for others: permission of the instructor. Offered most fall semesters. (4 Credits)