ENVS 2372 Field Ecology

This course will help students learn the methods, practice, and process of ecological field work. In class, students will engage with ecological principles and best practices for field ecology. On field trips, students will identify flora and fauna, apply field methods, and understand ecological relationships. Through exploration of local ecosystems, the course will provide opportunities for experiential engagement with nature.

Course overview

Department
Environmental Studies
School
MCAS
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Annually

Catalog details

Prerequisites
EESC2202 or BIOL2010

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Requirements fulfilled

  • Environmental Studies: Concentration — Biodiversity Conservation: Two Ecology Courses (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

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Official evaluation summary

4.46 / 5

Based on 13 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • David Kurz
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025 · Official rating 4.38/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · David Kurz · O'Neill Library 246 M 03:00PM-05:30PM · Offered