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4.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to ecological restoration and examines the practical methods and techniques used in ecosystem restoration and management. Cross-listed with BIO 386. Course offered fall semester. Prerequisite: BIO 215.
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Prerequisite: BIO 215.
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3.00 Credits
Explores applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in natural resources management. Students will work on projects and examine several case studies in which GIS is used for the management of natural resources, including watershed analysis, environmental impact of timber sales, habitat loss, and endangered species conservation. (2-0-3) Offered winter semester. Prerequisites: GPY 307 or NRM 250.
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Prerequisites: GPY 307 or NRM 250.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Independent readings on selected topics. Credit and topic must be arranged with the appropriate staff member before registering. No more than three credits can be applied to the major, none to the minor. Offered every semester.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the technological as well as economic, societal, and public policy issues associated with renewable energy systems. Topics include generation using renewable resources such as solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass, as well as advanced energy storage systems and distribution. Energy research and analysis techniques are introduced. Fulfills Cultures - Global Perspectives. Part of the Sustainability Issue. Cross-listed with EGR 406. Offered winter semester. Prerequisites: Junior standing and (STA 215 or STA 220 or STA 312).
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Prerequisites: Junior standing and (STA 215 or STA 220 or STA 312).
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Natural resources topics related to biodiversity, sustainability, alternative energy, environmental policy and economics, land use, climate change, historical influences, and cultural/societal attitudes conducted within an international context. The society-based experience is combined with readings, lectures, papers, and discussions.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of techniques used in the management, research, and conservation of wildlife species. Introduces the fundamental concepts of wildlife management, including wildlife habitat requirements, evaluation of habitat suitability, interpretation of data analysis techniques, and applied techniques of habitat and population management. Cross-listed with BIO 408, BIO 508, and NRM 508. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: BIO 308 or NRM 308.
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Prerequisite: BIO 308 or NRM 308.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of fire as an ecological and biophysical process, its interactions with and effects on a variety of ecosystem components, and its use as a resource management tool. A National Wildfire Coordinating Group Certification (RX - 310 Introduction to Fire Effects) is granted upon successful course completion. Cross-listed with BIO 415, BIO 515, and NRM 515. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: BIO 215.
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Prerequisite: BIO 215.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Intensive field work related to natural resources ecology, conservation, preservation, and management cdonducted within an international context. The field-based experience is combined with readings, lectures, papers, and discussions.
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3.00 Credits
Learn about the challenges of managing wildland recreation that both meets the needs of users and preserves the ecological health of ecosystems. Learn techniques to manage dispersed recreation that occurs on public lands and waters and how to limit their impact on visitors and soil, vegetation, water, and wildlife. Cross-listed with NRM 520. Offered fall semester.
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2.00 Credits
This course provides students with advanced skills and knowledge related to wildland- and prescribed-fire ecology, behavior, and management. This is advanced training for all personnel seeking to become Wildland Firefighters under National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) certification standards. NWCG certification S-290 is granted upon successful course completion. Class is credit/no-credit. Cross-listed with BIO 430. Offered winter and spring/summer semesters. Prerequisite: NRM 230.
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Prerequisite: NRM 230.
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