PWS 357
Techniques for Wildlife Investigations and Management
Plant and Wildlife Sciences
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Investigatiion and management of fish and wildlife populations. Methods for population assessment, capture, handling, marking, radio-telemetry, behavioral studies, and human disturbance. Lab is required.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
3
Recommended
PWS 350, 355
Title
Wildlife Investigation and Management Methodologies
Learning Outcome
1) Wildlife Investigation and Management Methodologies
Students will be able to perform rigorous literature reviews, to apply the scientific method for wildlife-related problem solving, to evaluate research and management data objectively, and to communicate results effectively.
2) Stewardship and Professional Judgement
Students will be able to identify and articulate principles of stewardship as a basis for professional judgment.
3) Plant and Wildlife Identification
Students will be able to identify wildland plants and wildlife species common to the Great Basin and describe how they function in the environment.
4) Wildlands Management
Students will be equipped to apply knowledge of ecology to wildlife and wildlands management.
5) Tools, Techniques, and Application
Students will be able to apply tools, techniques, analytical thought, and the scientific method to ecological and management issues.
