Courses

Wildlife Habitat Management (FNR 341)

This course explores the principles, practices, and justification of wildlife habitat management. Management techniques and principles are explored as well as how these practices may impact wildlife populations.

Course goals:
Upon completion of this course, students will:

  1. Understand the ecological theory behind habitat management for various wildlife species.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of how the scientific method should be used to identify problems, formulate hypothesis tests, collect and analyze data, derive conclusions, and apply this new knowledge to a management situation.
  3. Recognize the impact of anthropogenic activities on wildlife habitat and wildlife populations.
  4. Know relevant policy and administration (both state and federal) involved in habitat management.
  5. Apply both quantitative and qualitative methods for evaluating habitat.
  6. Identify the implications of habitat management for conservation of wildlife species (and habitat).
  7. Organize information into a written report and habitat management plan.

 

Wildlife Investigational Techniques (FNR 348)

This course introduces current techniques used in research and management of wildlife populations and habitats. Laboratory and field exercises are used to gather and analyze data. Basic data analysis and written dissemination of results are emphasized.

Course goals:
Upon completion of this course, students will:

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in their chosen discipline that incorporates knowledge, skills, technology, and ethics in the use of common wildlife research techniques.
  2. Demonstrate use of the scientific method to identify problems, formulate hypothesis tests, conduct and analyze data, and derive conclusions based on this information.
  3. Demonstrate critical thinking by using evidence-based information to develop sound responses to complex problems.
  4. Analyze data using basic statistics, modern and traditional analytical techniques, and describe the advantages, disadvantages, and potential limitations associated with each.
  5. Synthesize the primary literature and prepare reports in scientific format using the Journal of Wildlife Management author guidelines.