Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2019 - REM 388 D100

STT - Wildlife Conservation (3)

Class Number: 10683

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2019: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 12, 2019
    Thu, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    45 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

REM 388 explores the natural history of selected mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians and outlines strategies, tools, and techniques to conserve wildlife. The course examines issues faced by environmental professionals including decisions about population assessment, species-at-risk, hunting, and human-wildlife conflict.

COURSE DETAILS:

REM 388 provides an overview of the taxonomic, ecological, and conservation relationships among wildlife. This knowledge is used to identify the ecological and social opportunities and constraints for sustainable resource and environmental management related to the ecosystems that support wild populations.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to
1.    describe taxonomic relationships among wildlife,
2.    identify physiological and ecological characteristics of wildlife groups,
3.    explain how ecological data influence the conservation of wildlife, and
4.    recommend how Adaptive Management can improve the conservation of wildlife.

Grading

  • Assignments 25%
  • Quizzes 15%
  • Mid-term exam 25%
  • Final exam 35%

NOTES:

Course Organization:
One two-hour lecture and one one-hour tutorial session each week.

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

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