FB 2007,2008 - Wetland Ecology and Management Offered: Location:Arizona

Institution:

Prescott College

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Description:

Wetlands, declining in both extent and quality, have become habitats of global concern. In this class, students are exposed to the diversity of wetland types in Arizona, concentrating on physical and biological characteristics, ecological relationships, and conservation approaches relating to freshwater wetlands. Field trips in the state will sample wetland ecosystems under the jurisdiction of the cities of Prescott and Sierra Vista, Arizona Game and Fish, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, the Nature Conservancy, and private ownerships. Students will document their learning process in portfolios and in the form of papers presented as proceedings.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.prescott.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 350-2100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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