Introduction to Fish and Wildlife Management

Catalog description

Prerequisite: None. This course provides an overview of the scientific principles and practices used in the conservation and management of fish and wildlife populations and their habitats. Students examine ecological relationships, population dynamics, habitat requirements, and human impacts on natural resources. The course introduces state and federal agencies, regulatory frameworks, and contemporary conservation issues. Emphasis is placed on applied management strategies, field observation, and the role of science-based decision-making in sustaining biodiversity and natural resource systems.