RANGELAND
RESOURCES MINOR – 2005-07
College
Agricultural Sciences Bldg. (11), Room 211
(805) 756-2161, FAX: (805) 756-6577
Managing productive and sustainable rangelands, incorporating knowledge of rangeland ecosystems and applying this to grazing animal systems is the main emphasis of this interdisciplinary program. The Animal Science and the Earth and Soil Sciences Departments sponsor this minor. Students learn to develop ranch water quality plans and to develop a holistic approach to management. The courses are intended to provide knowledge and experience regarding the interactions of plants, animals, water, and soil to improve rangeland health. Careers associated with this minor are rangeland specialists, ecologists, wildland managers, ranchers, and environmental specialists.
Before being admitted to the program, students must have successfully completed the following: BOT 121 or BIO 114; MATH GE B1 requirement satisfied; SS 121.
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Required Courses. At least one-half of the units must be at the 300-400 level. Courses to be selected with advisor approval. |
Units |
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Range Resource Area |
8 |
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ASCI 329 and AG 360 |
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Related Animal Area. Select one course from: |
3-4 |
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ASCI 221; ASCI 223; ASCI 311 |
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Related Agricultural
Business Area. |
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AGB 212/321/326/457 |
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Related Plant Area. Select one course from: |
4 |
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BIO 435; BOT 313; BOT 326; BOT 333; CRSC 123; CRSC 330; PPSC 321 |
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Related Resource
Management Area. |
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BIO 325; BIO 419; BIO 427; FNR 306; FNR 408; GEOG/LA/FNR 318 |
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Related Soil Science
Area: Select one course from: |
3-4 |
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SS 202/321/433/440 |
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