Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2025 - REM 375 D100

Ecology and Conservation of Coastal BC (3)

Class Number: 6063

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 14, 2025
    Mon, 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Apr 14, 2025
    Mon, 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Apr 14, 2025
    Mon, 8:30–10:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    45 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Investigates the ecosystems and environmental challenges of coastal British Columbia. Examines the major flora and fauna, fundamental ecological principles, anthropogenic drivers of change, and the role of applied science in conservation and management. Students with credit for MASC 414 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to

  1. describe some of the plants and animals that are characteristic of coastal B.C.,
  2. discuss the ecological and social opportunities and constraints for sustainable management in coastal ecosystems, and
  3. outline how "DEMANDS" improves societal decisions about the sustainable use of natural capital.

Grading

  • Tutorials 15%
  • Assignments 35%
  • Midterm Exam 20%
  • Final Exam 30%

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.