Associate in Science Degree in Natural Resources Management
2023-2024 Map
Total Units: 60 - 67
Term 1
14.00 - 16.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| AB 20: Careers in Agriculture, Environmental Science and Natural Resources | 1.00 | Meets Area A. | |
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Unit(s): 1.00
This course is a study of the agriculture, environmental science and natural resources industries with a focus on career opportunities, self evaluation, and skills necessary for successful job procurement. Topics include job trends, resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, and the types of careers available in agriculture, environmental science, and natural resources. |
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| NR 12: Dendrology/Native Plant Identification | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is the study of botanical characteristics, taxonomy, physiology, and community relationships of the major trees and shrubs in the Western United States. Discussion of commercial uses and geographic ranges of these plants. |
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| NR 20: Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the integrated management of natural resources including trees, soil, water, fish, and wildlife for the production of wood and fiber products. The emphasis will be on both the traditional and emerging uses of the forest resource to satisfy human needs and the consequent protection of the public trust. Basic biological and ecological processes will be introduced along with discussion of the scientific method and preparing reports. |
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| English Competency: Area D (Select One) | 4.00 | ||
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| Math Competency (Select One) | 3.00 - 5.00 | Math placement varies; may be satisfied by high school coursework. Meets Area E if satisfied through college coursework. Department recommends MATH 18. | |
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Term 2
15.00 - 17.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| AGS 20: Plant Science | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to plant science including structure, growth processes, propagation, physiology, growth medica, biological competitors, and post-harvest factors of food, fiber, and ornamental plants. (C-ID AG-PS 104). |
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| NR 26: Environmental World | 3.00 | Meets Area B. | |
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary study of the world environment with a focus on human use and protection of natural resources across ethnic and cultural boundaries. Environmental issues involving the exploitation and conservation of natural resources will be studied for their modern as well as historical, political, economic and social implications. Particular attention is paid to the condition of natural resources, including soil, water, forest, mineral, plant and animal life throughout California. The citizen's role in natural resource conservation is stressed throughout the course. Graded only. |
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| NR 65: Recreational Land Management | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the techniques, issues and laws pertaining to recreational land management. Topics include types of recreational activities, evaluation of site resources, maintenance and operation of outdoor recreational facilities. Analyses of social and economic factors that affect participation in recreational activities will be included. |
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| Area E Choice (Select One) | 3.00 - 5.00 | Only necessary if Math competency was not satisfied through college coursework. | |
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| Area F Choice: Self Integration (Select One) | 3.00 | ||
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Term 3
14.50 - 16.50 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| AET 30: Tractors and Crawlers | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course covers design principles, selection, maintenance, adjustment, and safe operation of wheel and crawler type tractors used in agriculture and in the construction industry. (C-ID AG-MA 108L). |
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| NR 55: Wildlife Management | 3.00 | ||
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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 | 3.00 | ||
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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. Graded only. |
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| NR 70: Geospatial Data Applications | 2.00 | ||
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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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| Area C Choice (Select One) | 3.00 - 4.00 | Department recommends SPAN 1. | |
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| Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.50 - 1.50 | ||
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Term 4
16.50 - 17.50 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| AGS 50: General Soils | 4.00 | Meets Area A. | |
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Unit(s): 4.00
The study of soil physical, chemical and biological properties. Soil use and management including erosion, moisture retention, structure, cultivation, organic matter and microbiology. Laboratory topics include soil type, classification, soil reaction, soil fertility and physical properties of soil. (C-ID AG-PS 128L). |
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| NR 28: Environmental Management | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the conservation and management of natural resources. Students will learn about the diverse agencies that manage our resources along with their history and philosophies. The major natural resources including water, air, energy, forests, wildlife, agriculture, and soils will be covered and students will learn about the environmental policy and laws that govern use of these resources. An emphasis is placed on the practical components of Environmental Science as it relates to social and economic aspects of conservation. |
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| NR 40: Watershed Ecology and Habitat Restoration | 3.00 | ||
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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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| NR 99: Work Experience-NR | 2.00 | ||
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Prerequisite(s): Permission of Cooperative Work Experience Education instructor and employment supervisor Career Work Experience (CWE) is a course that gives students the opportunity to earn both a grade and units for what they learn on the job related to their vocational major while gaining practical work experience. Students may earn one semester unit of college credit in this course for every sixty hours of unpaid work experience (60-480 hours unpaid) or seventy-five hours of paid work experience (75-600 hours paid). Students may earn a maximum of sixteen units for all types of Work Experience. This course may be repeated to a maximum of 8.00 units to complete the entire curriculum of the course. |
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| Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.50 - 1.50 | ||
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| Multicultural Breadth Competency (Select One) | 3.00 | Only necessary if not met with Area B, C, or F. | |
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| Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | 1.00 | Only necessary if the 60 units needed to graduate have not been completed. Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | |
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