Sustainable Land Use Management. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

Catalog description

This course will provide students with the opportunity to understand and apply sustainability principles and practices to landscape management and land uses that are responsive to both natural and human needs. They will develop an ability to “read” the landscape and become aware of what has or is happening with the land we inhabit. Students will be introduced to the tools and techniques used by planners, managers, and citizens to achieve desired future land conditions. Issues will include landscape ecology, reconciliation ecology, storm water management, habitat conservation, designing with nature, and related topics. Course Fees: LRLF $10.27; STLF $18.48.