ECOL 101 - Plant Growth & Development

Introduces the biological principles underlying plant growth and development with emphasis on their application to sustainable practices and greening. Topics include plant structure, anatomy, and growth as affected by light, temperature, water, soil characteristics, and plant nutrition. Laboratory exercises emphasize environmental factors and permit detailed observation of plant growth. Prerequisite(s): None. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours - 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab)