Class Lab Credit
FISH AND WILDLIFE
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 122 Wildlife Zoology 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the classification, physiology, and morphology of animals as needed in fish and wildlife
management. Emphasis is placed on taxonomy, diversity, comparative anatomy, reproduction, development, and
ecology of major phyla of invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate knowledge of the animal kingdom.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 124 Wildlife Botany 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the classification, physiology, and morphology of plants as needed in fish and wildlife
management. Emphasis is placed on plant structures, reproduction, growth, and the economic and ecological
importance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the plant kingdom.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 126 Wildlife Ornithology 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course includes the biology, classification, recognition, distribution, and management of game and non-game
birds. Topics include anatomy, physiology, morphology, ecology, behavior, identification, and taxonomy with
emphasis on waterfowl and upland game species. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various
avian species and demonstrate a knowledge of their biology, ecology, and management.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 142 Wildlife Management 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the principles of wildlife management, including basic concepts, terminology, and techniques
important to wildlife managers. Topics include a review of the history of wildlife management, ecological
principles, an introduction to wildlife habitat requirements, and population dynamics. Upon completion, students
should be able to understand and discuss the life history, management techniques, and habitat requirements of North
American species.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 212 Wildlife Policy & Law 2 0 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers natural resource policies and laws developed by various governmental agencies. Topics include
current political issues involved in resource management and the principles, techniques, and jurisdictional
boundaries in the field of wildlife law enforcement. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, describe,
and assess the influences of policies and laws on natural resource management.
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Class Lab Credit
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 214 Hunter Safety 1 0 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides instruction in proper and safe hunting practices. Topics include hunting ethics and laws,
identification of game species, and safe handling of firearms. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate competence in firearms handling in hunting situations.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 222 Wildlife Mammalogy 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course includes the biology, classification, recognition, distribution, and management of game and non-game
mammals. Topics include anatomy, physiology, morphology, ecology, behavior, identification and taxonomy with
emphasis on game species. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various mammalian species and
demonstrate a knowledge of their biology, ecology, and management.
Effective Term – Fall 2009 [2009*03]- CRC 09/23/08
FWL 224 Ichthyology 1 2 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces fresh and saltwater fish species. Emphasis is placed on identification of fish. Upon
completion, students should be able to recognize sport, commercial, and environmentally unique fish species.
Effective Term – Spring 2002 [2002*01] – CRC 10/10/01
FWL 224 Ichthyology 1 0 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces fresh and saltwater fish species. Emphasis is placed on identification of fish. Upon
completion, students should be able to recognize sport, commercial, and environmentally unique fish species.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 224 FWL Ichthyology 1 0 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces fresh and saltwater fish species. Emphasis is placed on identification of fish. Upon
completion, students should be able to recognize sport, commercial, and environmentally unique fish species
Effective Term – Fall 2009 [2009*03]- CRC 09/23/08
FWL 232 Terrestrial Ecology 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces a wide variety of terrestrial life forms and habitats. Emphasis is placed on the biotic and
abiotic factors affecting wildlife species. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the relationships
between plants and animals, apply various floral and faunal sampling methods, and understand statistical
applications.
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Class Lab Credit
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 232 Terrestrial Ecology 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces a wide variety of terrestrial life forms and habitats. Emphasis is placed on the environmental
and behavioral influences acting on wildlife species, biological monitoring, and animal damage control. Upon
completion, students should be able to sample plant and animal populations and understand the application of
statistics.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 234 Aquatic Ecology 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces a wide variety of aquatic life forms and habitats. Emphasis is placed on freshwater
invertebrates, fish and plants of importance in fishery management, and biological monitoring. Upon completion,
students should be able to sight identify key invertebrates and fishes and be familiar with aquatic plants and habitats.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 236 Limnology 1 0 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the chemical aspects of water. Emphasis is placed on providing adequate water quality for
aquaculture systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the physical and chemical characteristics
of freshwater streams, ponds, and lakes.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 238 Marine & Estaurine Ecosys 1 0 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course illustrates the importance of coastal wetlands and adjoining waters. Emphasis is placed on
understanding the values of coastal wetlands and near-shore life zones. Upon completion, students should be able to
understand and discuss terminology and concepts relevant to marine and estaurine ecosystems.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 242 Fishery Management 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the biology and management implications for various species of fish with commercial, sport,
and/or ecological value. Emphasis is placed on principles and methods of population management. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy, physiology, age and growth
studies, and management techniques for various fish species.
Effective Term – Fall 2009 [2009*03]- CRC 09/23/08
FWL 252 Wildlife Mgmt Techniques 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the theory and application of current wildlife management techniques. Emphasis is placed on
field techniques which are most commonly used by resource management agencies today. Upon completion,
students should be able to apply various wildlife management techniques and safely operate and maintain a variety
of equipment.
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Class Lab Credit
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 252 Wildlife Maint Techniques 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces a variety of skills important for fish and wildlife technicians. Topics include the use of
power tools, machine shop, welding and carpentry equipment; vehicle and tractor maintenance; boating and
electrofishing equipment; radiotelemetry; and safety concerns. Upon completion, students should be able to safely
operate and maintain a variety of equipment.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 253 Applied Chemicals 1 2 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers basic chemical processes and procedures. Emphasis is placed on laboratory techniques. Upon
completion, students should be able to safely handle chemicals routinely used by fish and wildlife management
technicians.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 254 Habitat Manipulation 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course is a study and application of management practices beneficial to wildlife. Emphasis is placed on
methods for increasing food production, developing water sources, increasing cover requirements, and improving
wetlands. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of techniques and methods to
manipulate wildlife habitats.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
FWL 256 Animal Immobilization 1 3 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the techniques and procedures for drugging and immobilizing animals. Topics include
equipment, drugs and their physiological effects, immobilization, and animal care and handling. Upon completion,
students should be able to safely and effectively immobilize various animal species.
See the SEL and SEM prefixes for generic Selected Topics and Seminar.
Combined Course Library September 23, 2008
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