Evaluates current problems and solutions in conservation and management of wildlife, primarily birds, with emphasis on hypothesis-testing, and identification, review and application of ecological theories and modern analytical techniques (e.g., abundance estimation; survival analysis). Quantitative analysis of specific case-histories dealing with management of birds. Weekly hours: 2 Lecture hours and 1 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): A senior level ecology course and permission of the instructor.
Evaluates current problems and solutions in conservation and management of wildlife, primarily birds, with emphasis on hypothesis-testing, and identification, review and application of ecological theories and modern analytical techniques (e.g., abundance estimation; survival analysis). Quantitative analysis of specific case-histories dealing with management of birds. Weekly hours: 2 Lecture hours and 1 Practicum/Lab hoursPrerequisite(s): A senior level ecology course and permission of the instructor.