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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours d.b.a. Structure and function of river and stream ecosystems will be studied. Variables at several spatial and temporal scales will be hierarchically linked to the physical, chemical and biological attributes of stream environments. Conceptual models will be used to describe constraints that large-scale geomorphic patterns and processes place upon small-scale patterns and processes as related to primary production, invertebrates and vertebrates. The rationale behind watershed-based approaches and methodologies to assessment and monitoring of stream ecosystems will be explored. Students will learn how to design a watershed assessment and monitoring project which links land uses with monitoring data. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102), General Ecology (BIO 210) and a physics course.
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3 Credit Hours Fall Sem. Students will explore the complexities of wetlands on both the ecosystem and management levels. Students will gain an understanding of the critical role wetlands play in an intact landscape by studying the diverse ways in which they develop and function. Students will also gain appreciation for present-day management techniques, including wetland delineation, value assessment, creation and restoration. Students will be asked to participate in three all-day field trips on scheduled Saturdays during the first half of the semester and should plan accordingly. (3 hours lecture). Prerequisites: Biology I and II (BIO 101, BIO 102), one semester of chemistry, and an ecology course.
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3 Credit Hours d.b.a. This will be a topical course in natural resources management. In this course, students will examine issues of present-day importance to the management of natural resources. The topic of study will change from year to year, as different issues gain prominence. Although the topics will change, the purpose of the course will remain the same. That purpose will be to provide a forum to engage the students in the national, state, or local debate on the management of natural resources. (3 hours lecture). Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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3 Credit Hours Fall/Spring Sems. This course presents detailed financial concepts as applied to both corporate and entrepreneurial business environments. The course will cover financial theory and applications using case studies. The course will address those issues of finance that apply to today's business, such as ratios, liquidity, profitability, financial forecasting, operating and financial leverage, etc. (3 hours lecture). Prerequisite: Quantitative Foundation, or ACC 101 Financial Accounting
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3 Credit Hours Fall/Spring Sems. A lecture and laboratory course which gives students a broad survey of forestry history, federal, state and private forest management, timber harvesting practices, outdoor recreation, wildlife, silviculture, mensuration, and aspects of the forest products industry. The laboratory is designed to get students into the woods and introduce the use of hand tools, saws, mechanized equipment and safe woodworking practices. The course covers procedures for measuring trees, wildlife habitat improvement, scaling, and running a compass line. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab).
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3 Credit Hours Fall/Spring Sems. The identification, taxonomy, ecology, geographic ranges and uses of trees of North America with emphasis on the commercially-important species. Field trips survey native Adirondack trees, shrubs, and some introduced ornamentals. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab).
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3 Credit Hours Fall Sem. This course presents the basic terminology and principles pertaining to the study of entomology and tree pathology. The taxonomy and morphology of insects will be covered, along with the categories and characteristics of diseases that affect trees. The students will learn to identify common insects and diseases of trees. Various control strategies will be presented with an emphasis on environmentally-sound methods. (2 hours lecture, 2? hours lab).
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2.00 Credits
2 Credit Hours Spring Sem. Emphasis is placed on the principles of design, installation, and care of ornamental trees with associated plants. Instruction is provided for student-produced planting designs. The designs will take into consideration buildings, paths of movement, soils and various plant features such as color, size, shape and texture. (2 hours lecture).
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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours Spring Sem. The first of a two-course sequence concerning the discussion and practical training laboratory application of the skills needed to practice arboriculture. Material covered will include tree physiology, tree surgery, tree removal methods, fertilization, and general maintenance practices of shade and ornamental trees. (2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab). Prerequisite: Insects and Diseases of Trees (FOR 120) or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 Credit Hours Spring Sem. This course is designed to train forestry students in the design and operation of a circular saw sawmill and the role of sawmilling in today's forest industries. Students learn how to determine saw diameters, tooth style, gauges, and horsepower requirements for a variety of situations based on species and average largest log processed. Methods of determining sawmill efficiencies are discussed in detail. The course trains the students in the hand lens identification of approximately 35 northeastern species of woods, hardwood and softwood lumber and log grading, and the maintenance of sawmill machinery. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab).
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