Integrated development, utilization and management of the nation's and world's natural resources for the continuous benefit of humankind and the conservation of the resources. Discussion of natural resources management practices and technologies which may provide a more flexible range of societal benefits for the wise use of our natural resources. 3 lectures.

Introduction to national, state, county, city and private park systems. History, philosophy, policy and principles of the formation, administration and functioning of wildland recreational units at the park, county, regional, national, and international levels. 3 lectures.

Analysis and development of career goals in natural resources. Acquainting students with potential career options and assisting them in planning and implementation phases of an academic career program at Cal Poly. Credit/No Credit grading. 1 activity. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Fundamentals of forestry including basic silviculture, forest protection, measurement and policy. Integrated resource management of forest lands for water production, forage, recreation, wildlife, and timber. 3 lectures.

Environmental management as a process within functioning societies seeking a harmonious balance between human activities and intrinsic behavior of the natural environment. Major components of the natural environment and the political and social activities that impact that environment. 3 lectures.

Law enforcement applied to natural resource conservation on public and private lands. Examination of state and federal laws related to fish and wildlife management. Problems associated with implementation of resource laws examined. 3 lectures.

Fire control techniques used on various wildland fuels. Elementary fire physics, fuels, weather, fire behavior, tactics and fire suppression techniques, line construction, "mop-up", fire line safety, air operations and fire organization. Meets basic wildland fire fighter certification requirements for the USDA Forest Service. Partially meets California Department of Forestry Firefighter I requirements. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory.

Identification, classification, silvical characteristics, distribution, environmental requirements and economic importance of trees and shrubs in parks, forest and wildlife areas of the United States. Emphasis on Pacific Coast species. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: BOT 121 or BIO 152.

Selection and completion of a forest management/production project under faculty supervision. Project participation is voluntary and subject to approval by the department head and the Cal Poly Foundation. Degree credit limited to 8 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: FNR 201 or equivalent.

Use and care of tapes, staff compass, abney levels, theodolites, and GPS receivers. Keeping field notes, measurements by tape. Closed and open traverse by compass and theodolite. Turning angles and determining directions of lines. Map reading and public land description. GPS measurements. 1 lecture, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 119.

Relationships between forest ecosystem management, harvesting methods, timber harvest planning, components of forest harvesting, harvesting effects; cost analysis of harvesting methods; safety management; value-added forest utilization; and road location. Miscellaneous course fee may be required- see Class Schedule. Overnight or weekend field trips required. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory.

Beginning through advanced skills in the event areas of college forestry activities. Instruction in use of specialized equipment and safety. Minimum of 4 hours of laboratory per week. Total credit limited to 8 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Enrollment limited to those qualified to compete in intercollegiate forestry activities and consent of instructor.

Resource management applications of microcomputers. Software programs include forest and natural resource management planning, forecasting, analysis of systems, and resource data base management for multiple use objectives. Forestry and natural resource examples will be used. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: AG 250 or CSC 113, junior standing or consent of instructor.

Resource ecology and management implications in the major ecosystems of North America. Importance of maintaining the natural dynamics of energy flow and nutrient cycles at the community and ecosystem level for the benefit of man. Humanity's role as a principal factor of change of the resources in natural systems. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: One course in biological sciences.

Effects of wildland fires on shrub, woodland, and forest environments to include fuels, plants, soil, water, wildlife, and air. Emphasis is on western U.S., worldwide forest and shrub ecosystem. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 306 or ecology course, and FNR 204 or consent of instructor.

Interpretation of the biological, physical and aesthetic values of the natural elements of our environment; organization and presentation of interpretive materials by oral, written, and display methods of communication. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: SPC 201 or SPC 202.

Principles and methods of sampling and measurement for forest and natural resource quantities and qualities. Modeling and estimation for tree volumes, stand structure and composition, and related forest vegetation. Applications in sampling, statistical and inventory techniques. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Overnight field laboratories required. Prerequisite: MATH 120, STAT 218, BRAE/FNR 247.

ARC/INFO Geographic Information System (GIS) computer software to explore explore natural resources, social and business issues, using spatial data. Develop database, use software and apply with relevant natural systems. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Junior standing, and AG 250 or CSC 113 or consent of instructor.

Principles of efficient use of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources, including methods for attaching value to marketable and non-market natural resources. Key resource sectors treated in detail: timber, water resources, wildlife/fisheries, and wildland recreation. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 118, AGB 212, FNR 201.

Application of behavioral science principles and techniques in the management of natural resource systems. Management of internal and external human resource issues and concerns in natural resources organizations is emphasized. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 201, PSY 201 or PSY 202.

Selected students will spend up to 12 weeks with an approved firm or agency engaged in forest or natural resources management. Applying and developing managerial skills and abilities. One unit of credit may be allowed for each full week of completed and reported internship. Credit/No Credit grading. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Wildland fuels, fire weather, fire behavior, and fire danger ratings in the chaparral, grassland, and wooded areas of forests, parks, and wildlands. Management implications, policy and objectives of fire management organizations. Saturday field trips may be required. 2 lectures. Prerequisite: FNR 204 or consent of instructor.

Establishment and management of city forests, small forest holdings, shelter belts, and plantings for erosion control, wildlife enhancement, and pollution abatement. Management of forest areas requiring special attention because of heavy recreational use, fire hazard, watershed, and societal values. Weekend or full-day field trips required. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 208, FNR 355 or consent of instructor.

Regeneration, management and improvement of farm and urban interface forest holdings. Design and production of wood biomass for wood fiber, fuel and Christmas trees, etc. Emphasis on hardwood/oak woodland management, biodiversity, and land ethics. Integration with range, wildlife and recreation values. Weekend or full-day field trips required. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 201, FNR 208, FNR 315.

A comparative study of the ethnic, cultural and gender influences that shape people's perceptions, attitudes and behavior toward terrestrial and aquatic resource values and uses. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor (ES 110 and FNR 101 recommended, but not required).

Woody vegetation found in worldwide Mediterranean ecosystems. Distribution, historical development and uses of these ecosystems. Emphasis on chaparral management techniques and effects of management on fire, water production, biomass potential. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 306 or equivalent.

Integrating ecological science and communication as the primary means of implementing ecosystem management. Growth and development of individual plants and plant communities and their interaction with the environment. Vegetation manipulation and reforestation methods; effects and outcomes of silvicultural prescriptions. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. Overnight and/or weekend field trips required. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 208, FNR 306, FNR 315.

Individual investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 4 units. Prerequisite: Consent of department head.

Impact and losses to forested areas caused by physical and biotic agents (such as insects and diseases) other than fire; relation of direct and indirect control practices to forest management. Saturday field trips required. Course offered at Swanton Pacific ranch beginning Fall Quarter 2000 contingent on facilities. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 208, FNR 306 and department head approval.

Detailed examination of the law governing use and protection of natural resources with focus on the legal institutions entrusted with the public duty of protecting the environment. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: Senior standing, POLS 206, or consent of instructor.

Detailed examination of the various legal systems of water use, regulation and management in California and the United States. Discussion on the key concepts and principles of state, federal and interstate water quantity and quality control; focusing on issues and problems, why conflicts occur and how solutions evolve. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: FNR 302 or instructor approval, senior standing.

Practices of management of resource recreation on private and public lands. Consideration of the following management systems: biophysical, user/visitor, facilities, equipment, fiscal, personnel will be made in the provision of resource recreation services. Case studies in mass recreation and wilderness areas will be examined. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Some weekend labs necessary. Prerequisite: FNR 112 or consent of instructor.

Principles and practices of integrated sampling and inventory of resource values in forested ecosystems. Comprehensive timber harvest planning to address multiple forest values: silvicultural prescriptions for watershed and wildlife management culminating in a student project report. Course offered at Swanton Pacific ranch beginning Fall 2000 contingent on facilities. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: FNR 326, FNR 365 and department head approval.

Physical, biological, economic, social and political influences on optimal forest management for purposes of producing wood products. Growth and yield modeling; timber investment analysis; sustainable timber production; harvest schedule modeling. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 326, FNR 365, FNR 412.

National Environmental Policy and California Environmental Quality Acts as applied to natural resource management processes. Intent, purpose and history of the laws; differences between laws identified. Request for proposals and preparation of environmental documents covered. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 306 or equivalent.

Development and analysis of resource recreation plans. Planning theory, types of plans, scheduling techniques, projecting supply and demand, application of models, and economic evaluations. Basic recreation planning skills examined. Examples emphasize planning for parks and recreation. Miscellaneous course fee may be required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 112 or consent of instructor.

Hydrologic cycle concepts and measurement. Analysis and measurement of watershed processes. Watershed management and protection including rehabilitation, erosion, sedimentation, cumulative watershed effects, stream habitat assessment. Saturday and weekend field trip required. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: SS 121, FNR 306, FNR 318.

Sources of streamflow and processes by which watersheds undergo change from natural and anthropogenic processes. Fluvial processes, sediment transport and channel restoration techniques. Influences of forest and range management on water resources including water quality and analytical techniques. Weekend field trips required. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 419.

Environmental impacts in responses to resource management programs and activities. Preparation, implementation, and coordination of environmental activities. Criteria for measurements, interpretation, and evaluation. Resource inventories, analysis, synthesis, evaluation, environmental assessment writing and preparation. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 416 or senior standing.

Principles of wood properties and efficient use of renewable wood resources including methods for using wood as an energy source. Weekend or full-day field trips required. 3 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: FNR 201 and FNR 260 or consent of instructor.

Policy process approach to understanding the efforts to resolve natural resource problems in the public and private sector. Principles and techniques used to analyze the effects of policy changes on natural resources management. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 326, FNR 335.

Development and management of the urban/wildland interface. Socio-economic problems related to forest tree establishment, care, and harvest utilization. International implications also covered. Weekend or full-day field trips required. 2 seminars, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 350 or consent of instructor.

Acquisition, organization and analysis of geographic data from diverse sources to develop coverages using Geographic Information System (GIS) software. Advanced GIS modeling applications and validation techniques. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: FNR/LA 318.

Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report. Minimum 180 hours total time.

Study and oral presentation of current developments and problems in the subject field. Discussion of recent findings and research and their application. 1 seminar.

Applied integration of forestry and natural resources management knowledge. Principles, concepts and techniques designed to utilize resources while sustaining forest health and habitat within acceptable limits of change. Ecosystem management planning project. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 416, FNR 414, FNR 419.

Directed group study of selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 6 units. 1-3 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Directed group laboratory study of selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 6 units. 1-3 laboratories. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Leadership styles used in the natural resources management and recreation administration professions. Study and practice in setting goals and objectives; developing, evaluating and implementing an entrepreneurial project plan; decision making and problem-solving. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.

Advanced independent study planned and completed under the direction of a member of the department faculty. Open only to graduate students who have demonstrated ability to do independent work. Total credit limited to 4 units. Prereq-uisite: Graduate standing and consent of department head.

Conservation, planning and administration for broad treatment of land, water, mineral, forest, range, and wildlife resources. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

Tropical forest ecosystem classification, function and limitations. Applied tropical forest management systems; tropical problems, management, and political strategies; over-grazing and desertification; overcutting and fuelwood shortages. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent or instructor.

Principles and practical applications of tree crop systems which are managed to provide fuel, fiber, fodder, and food. Tree crop identification and tree product uses. Plantation design, establishment, and cultural practices. Soil management. Integration of forest, and range management practices and values. Special applications to tropical forest ecosystems. 2 lectures. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.

Philosophy (theoretical and applied) of natural resource management strategies functioning in today's environment. Ecological principles applicable to specific resource components as they relate to the present perception of today's resource base, use demands and projected utilization. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

Theories and methods for incorporating community in the management of forest resources. Approaches to conflict resolution between resource owners and community stakeholders using tools such as GIS. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

Quantitative methods in modeling biological and economic processes associated with managing forested ecosystems. Biometric modeling of stand growth and inventory. Econometric modeling of market and non-market natural resource values. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, and consent of instructor.

Methods and modeling approaches used in quantifying ecological processes and conditions associated with forested ecosystems, such as fire behavior, hydrologic processes, terrestrial and aquatic habitat condition using GIS and other models. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, and consent of instructor.

Directed group study of selected topics for advanced students. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 9 units. 1-3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.

Directed group laboratory of selected topics for advanced students. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 9 units. 1-3 laboratories. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.

Group study of selected developments, trends and problems in the field of forest and natural resources. 3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.

Individual research in forest or natural resources management under the general supervision of faculty, leading to a graduate thesis. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.