Fluvial Ecosystems
NRE 411 / Environ 411
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: NRE 311/511 or an upper level course in aquatic ecology or hydrology.

[biennially - odd] Introduces key concepts and theory pertinent to understanding and managing fluvial ecosystems (rivers and streams). Emphasis on rivers as largescale physical and biological systerms; properties and processes. Laboratory includes intensive comparative field study of distinctive types of Michigan rivers.