NRSM 101 - Natural Resource Conservation

Credit(s): 3

This introductory natural resource course examines the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources with emphasis placed on understanding renewable resource conservation and management. Also explored are ecological principles behind soil, water, air, forest, rangeland, and wildlife conservation and management in a sustainable manner. Required for all first-year NR students. (Fall Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Discuss the basic differences between renewable and nonrenewable resources.
Name and describe four basic approaches to conservation in the United States.
Define sustainable development and describe the principles of sustainability and how they may be applied in certain situations.
Discuss how sustainable development is vital to environment al protection.
Discuss basic ecological principles and ecological hierarchy.
Summarize soil conservation, fisheries conservation, wildlife management, forest management, rangeland management, water, air, and soil conservation, management, and quality.
Explain the human population challenge.