PWS 419
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Forest Measurements, Management and Ecology
Course Description
Managing forests, emphasizing ecosystem values, uses and users. (outdoor labs required)
When Taught
Fall
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
3
Note
Field trips required.
Title
Forest Structure
Learning Outcome
Be able to quantify forest structure and production
Title
Tree Species
Learning Outcome
Identify 75 tree species located in Utah and on BYU campus.
Title
Stewardship
Learning Outcome
Articulate their role as stewards over forested environments.
Title
Management Decisions
Learning Outcome
Explain forest structure, function, and process in making management decisions
Title
Global Forest Diversity
Learning Outcome
Discuss the diversity of forests world-wide and their importance to human populations.
Title
Wildlife Habitat
Learning Outcome
Discuss the role of forests in wildlife habitat management
Title
Pest and Disease Control
Learning Outcome
Recognize forest pests and diseases and discuss the appropriate control techniques.
