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Course Description
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Course Name
Integrative Ecology of the Central Andes
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Host University
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
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Location
Lima, Peru
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Area of Study
Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Host University Units
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits0
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
The course starts with an introduction into basic concepts of ecology and then focuses on the presentation and analysis of some representative Central Andean ecosystems with a special emphasis on biodiversity, ecosystem functions and services. Another focus of the course is the current and past anthropogenic influence on these ecosystems and the analysis of how human activities changed the Andean ecosystems. Finally large scale problems such as climate change and related impacts on the water cycle in Andean ecosystems will be discussed.
Course Disclaimer
Please note that there are no beginning level courses offered in this program.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.