Desert Naturalist Certificate

نظرة عامة على البرنامج

This program provides an introduction to natural resources conservation, with a focus on wildlife management and ecosystem management. Students will gain hands-on experience through lab work and field studies, and can choose from a variety of elective courses to tailor their education to their interests. The program prepares students for careers in natural resources management, conservation, and environmental education.

مخطط البرنامج

Outline:

Required Courses:

• NR 001 Conservation of Natural Resources (3 units)
• NR 001L Conservation of Natural Resources Lab (1 unit)

Group A:

Select 4 units from the following:

• AGPS 002 Entomology - General & Applied (4 units)
• NR 003 Introduction to Wildlife Management (3 units)
• NR 004 Introduction to Ecosystem Management (3 units)
• NR 020 GPS and Map Use (1 unit)
• NR 095A Natural Resources Work Experience (1-8 units)

Group B:

Select 4 units from the following:

• NR 041A Native Plants - Mountain (1 unit)
• NR 041B Native Plants - Desert (1 unit)
• NR 050 Winter Birds (1 unit)
• NR 051A Migrant Birds - Fall (1 unit)