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2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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AGRI 115 - Natural Resources Management
PROGRAM: Agriculture
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 2
LAB HOURS: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
Problems associated with the use/misuse of our natural resources and current management practices associated with the conservation of natural resources.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Explain ecosystem dynamics.
- Soil conservation management practices.
- Recognize the management of water as a natural resource.
- Demonstrate knowledge of managing various ecosystems.
- Recycling and management of waste in the environment.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Basic Ecology
Water Resources
The Nature of Soils
Soil Conservation and Sustainable Agriculture
Pesticides: Protecting Our Crops, Our Health, and Our Environment
Ecosystems of the United States
Forests and Forestry
Rangeland and Range Management
Farmland and Food Production
Outdoor Recreation
Urban Land-Use Management
Wildlife Conservation and Management
Fishery Conservation and Management
Biodiversity and Endangered Species Management
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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