Certificate in Wildlife Technician
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Total Units: 14
Term 1
8 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| NR-55: Wildlife Management | 3 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
The course is a study of plant and animal ecology in relation to principles of wildlife management with an emphasis on identification, sexing and aging criteria, wildlife population dynamics, wildlife habitat, and a review of trapping and marking techniques. |
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| NR-60: Natural Resources Law | 3 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course introduces students to federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the management and protection of natural resources. Topics include the history and development of environmental law including Air and Water Quality Acts, National Environmental Policy Act, and Endangered Species Act. |
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| NR-70: Geospatial Data Applications | 2 | ||
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Unit(s): 2.00
This course is an introduction to applied Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and provides the knowledge and practical experience necessary to develop skills in the acquisition of Global Positioning System's (GPS) data and its application to (GIS) for presentation and use in precision agriculture, field biology/botany, natural resources and park-land management, as well as heavy equipment operation. No previous GIS experience is assumed. |
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Term 2
6 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| NR-40: Watershed Eco, Habitat Restore | 3 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the methods, techniques, and tools used to restore and enhance watershed health. Topics will include reforestation techniques, hydrologic cycle, disturbance mitigation, and use of native plants for biofiltration. The course emphasizes local water issues and restoration efforts. |
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| Required Core Choice (Select One) | 3 | Courses are spring only. | |
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