PBIO 3650 - Fall 2006 (Instructor Name)

Course Syllabus

Natural History of Georgia Plants

This course is an introduction into the patterns of vegetation and major species found in the different regions of Georgia. Students learn causes of pattern in vegetation distribution, along with major environmental concerns that impinge on natural habitats of Georgia. This course counts toward the 39-hr rule for upper-division courses, but does not count as a "biology elective" for BIO majors.

PBIO 3650
Instructor Name
Fall 2006

Principal Course Assignments:

Students will be assigned various readings from a variety of sources, including "Natural Environments of Georgia" by Charles Wharton. Students must participate in at least one weekend field trip. All students are required to prepare and present a paper or presentation or project related to some topic of Georgia plants or vegetation.

Specific Course Requirements for Grading:

The course includes weekly quizzes on Friday (5 pts each); two hourly exames (100 pts each); a final exam (150 pts); a presentation/project (75 pts); and a field trip (25 pts);

Grading Policy:

90-100% of points = A 80-89.9% of points = B 70-79.9% of points = C 60-69.9% of points = D < 60% of points = F

Attendance Policy:

Class notes are made available via WebCT; we do not take attendance but strongly encourage students to be in each class meeting -- some material beyond what is on WebCT is mentioned each day. Weekly quizzes on Friday can only be taken if the student is in class.

Required Course Material Including Texts:

There is not a textbook, although many readings come from "Natural Environments of Georgia" -- a spiral-bound survey of Georgia habitats by Charles Wharton (published by the GA DNR). Other readings are photocopied from various sources, and many are available over the Web or as pdf files that we email to students.

Makeup Exam Policy:

Students are required to present evidence of a valid excuse for missing exams. Makeup exams will be given to students at an agreed time and place, and will differ from that given in the regular exam, to preclude cheating.