Ecological Engineering : Principles and Practice

ISBN-13: 9781566705998 / Angielski / Twarda / 2003 / 472 str.

Patrick C. Kangas; Kangas Kangas; Patrick Kangas

Opis

Describes basic ecological concepts and theories of constructed ecosystems Uses numerous case studies to illustrate particular sub-fields and applications of ecological engineering Focuses on biodiversity to demonstrate the range of different kinds of species that are involved in ecological engineering designs Covers the design process, including several design equations from engineering Presents highly visible and widespread applications of ecological engineering, including treatment wetlands, composting systems, restoration ecology, soil bioengineering, and invasive species control Less expensive and more environmentally appropriate than conventional engineering approaches, constructed ecosystems are a promising technology for environmental problem solving. Undergraduates, graduate students, and working professionals need an introductory text that details the chemistry, physics, biology, and ecology of this rapidly developing discipline, known as ecological engineering. Ecological Engineering: Principles and Practice fills this need by describing ecological concepts and theory and demonstrating their application to constructed ecosystems. It presents highly visible and widespread applications of ecological engineering, including treatment wetlands, composting systems, restoration ecology, soil bioengineering, and invasive species control.

Spis treści

Less expensive and more environmentally appropriate than conventional engineering approaches, constructed ecosystems are a promising technology for environmental problem solving. Undergraduates, graduate students, and working professionals need an introductory text that details the biology and ecology of this rapidly developing discipline, known as ecological engineering. Ecological Engineering: Principles and Practice fills this need by describing ecological concepts and theory and demonstrating their application to constructed ecosystems. It presents highly visible and widespread applications of ecological engineering, including treatment wetlands, microcosms, composting systems, restoration ecology, soil bioengineering, and invasive species control.

O autorze

Patrick Kangas