AED 235, INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION, 2 Credits

Introduces students to the field of agricultural education. Explore the historical foundations and career pathways in non-formal and school-based agricultural education. Topics will include school-based agricultural education, non-formal and extension education, and agricultural literacy. Develop career skills and a plan to pursue a future career in agricultural education.

AED 313, EARLY FIELD EXPERIENCE, 4 Credits

Explores the agricultural education profession through this advanced form of early field experience. Observes a formal or non-formal agricultural education program and assists with instructional and non-instructional activities. Gains a better understanding of the day-to-day activities involved in facilitating an agricultural education program, whether formal (school-based) or non-formal (4-H, Extension, etc.).

Available via Ecampus

AED 325, PLANNING AND DELIVERING NON-FORMAL AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION, 3 Credits

This course uses adult learning theory and practice, including planning non-formal agricultural education programs for youth and adults, methods of instructional delivery, effective use of instructional technology, marketing agricultural education programs, and evaluation of agricultural education outcomes. Microteaching (practice teaching presentations) and group presentations required as part of laboratory assignments.

AED 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AED 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AED 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AED 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

AED 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AED 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AED 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AED 509, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AED 510, PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: AGRICULTURE EDUCATION, 1-40 Credits

A field experience in which the intern will integrate academic study with classroom teaching experience to learn specific competencies relating to functioning well in the context of the classroom and the school, and demonstrate this competency through the assessment of work by supervisors and by evidence collected and presented in work samples.

This course is repeatable for 40 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AED 518, EXTENSION COURSE IN TEACHER EDUCATION/PEDAGOGY, 1-3 Credits

Enables present and prospective teachers of agriculture to continue their professional development on pedagogical topics of current importance.

Equivalent to: AG 518

This course is repeatable for 50 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AED 552, PROGRAM ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Explores the foundations of vocational education, essential learning skills, advisory committees, and development of a vocational education philosophy. Students will study the elements of educational reform as they apply to specific service areas. Resource analysis, student organizations, and school-to-work transitions will also be studied.

AED 553, APPLIED INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES, 3 Credits

Helps students in the identification and development of goals, objectives and units. The course includes the development and application of subject area instructional strategies/models, including applied math, writing, communication skills, measurement and evaluation of achievement, and delivery of instruction to at-risk students. Safety is a primary focus.

AED 554, MICRO-TEACHING, 3 Credits

Planning, presenting and evaluating lessons in a micro-teaching lab. It includes application of content pedagogy strategies, subject matter principles and media technology. Lessons presented on safety.

AED 555, LABORATORY PEDAGOGY, 3 Credits

Applications of efficient planning, organizing, and teaching skills within the laboratory setting and utilization of laboratory facilities to optimize learning experiences. Laboratory facilities could include a shop, greenhouse, land laboratories/outdoors, agriscience labs, aquaculture, computer lab, field trips, etc.

Available via Ecampus

AED 556, LINK RESEARCH, TEACHING, AND PRACTICE, 3 Credits

Links research to teaching. Students will work with cooperating teachers to identify and apply research to teaching.

AED 557, ISSUES AND TRENDS IN CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION, 3 Credits

Emphasizes trends related to subject matter curriculum issues unique to agricultural education at the secondary level.

AED 558, IMPROVING AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS, 3 Credits

Provides impetus toward evaluation and improvement of local programs of agricultural science and technology (AST), such that they better reflect community, regional, and national needs.

AED 580, COMMUNICATING AGRICULTURAL AND LIFE SCIENCES TO THE PUBLIC, 3 Credits

Focuses on communicating with the public about research-based science in agricultural and life sciences for the purposes of education, influencing public policy, promoting positive agricultural practices and creating change. Explores various communication outlets and media and how they are appropriate for different messages.

AED 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AED 603, DISSERTATION, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

AED 640, INSTRUMENTATION AND DATA COLLECTION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Addresses the selection, development, and analysis of various types of quantitative instruments and procedures for collecting research data. The course has a quantitative focus and is oriented toward social science research.

Recommended: ED 620 or equivalent introductory research methods course

AEC 004, INTERNSHIP, 0 Credits

Provides basic personal and professional skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, this experience guides students in building and maintaining positive professional relationships, networking/mentoring relationships, and enhances students’ understanding of the connection between theory and practice in their respective disciplines.

AEC 121, DISCOVERING AGRICULTURAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 1 Credit

Explore issues, opportunities, and challenges in the dynamic and diverse employment field of agricultural and resource economics.

AEC 122, *INTRODUCTION TO CLIMATE CHANGE ECONOMICS AND POLICY, 3 Credits

Examines the role of economics and policy to mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and adapt to climate change. Explores the challenges in global policy cooperation, the unequal distribution of economic damages across space and time, and the uncertainties inherent in every climate policy decision. Analyzes strategies to GHG mitigate emissions, including market-based solutions like cap and trade, along with adaptation policy options related to sea-level rise, natural disasters, agriculture, forests and human migration. (Bacc Core Course)

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

Available via Ecampus

AEC 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

Targeted courses that focus on specific topics in agricultural and resource economics. Topics may vary from term to term and from year to year. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AEC 211, AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Economic and business principles applied to the management of firms in agricultural and food industries, including farms, ranches and nurseries, agricultural input suppliers, packers, shippers, processors and food manufacturers and distributors; firm-level goal setting, information management and financial analysis.

Prerequisite: AEC 250 with C- or better or AEC 250H with C- or better or AEC 251 with C- or better or ECON 201 with C- or better or ECON 201H with C- or better

Available via Ecampus

AEC 221, AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD MARKETING, 3 Credits

Organization and functions of agricultural and food markets both domestic and international; market channels and supply chains for various agricultural commodities and food products; role of agribusiness, cooperatives, and government in marketing decisions.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 243, *GLOBAL POVERTY AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits

Students are introduced to the challenges of eradicating extreme poverty and achieving sustainable economic development in the world. Topics include: the measurement of poverty and inequality; analysis of food security and agricultural development; the role of health and education in economic development; credit markets; risk and insurance; climate change and biodiversity; gender equality; rural-urban and international migration; population growth and development; institutions and economic performance; the political economy of development.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

AEC 250, *INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS AND POLICY, 4 Credits

Examines how economic forces and social institutions contribute to environmental degradation and help build management solutions. Explains key economic concepts for valuing environmental resources and evaluating the trade-offs of alternative management approaches from private markets to regulation. Applies the concepts and theories to topical environmental issues such as water pollution and conserving biodiversity.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

Equivalent to: AEC 250H

Recommended: MTH 111Z

Available via Ecampus

AEC 250H, *INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS AND POLICY, 4 Credits

Examines how economic forces and social institutions contribute to environmental degradation and help build management solutions. Explains key economic concepts for valuing environmental resources and evaluating the trade-offs of alternative management approaches from private markets to regulation. Applies the concepts and theories to topical environmental issues such as water pollution and conserving biodiversity.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: AEC 250

Recommended: MTH 111Z

AEC 251, *INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD ECONOMICS, 4 Credits

Examines the unique challenges of agricultural and food systems and their economic consequences. Applies rational choice theory, models of supply and demand, and models of market structure, with particular attention on price formation for agricultural and food products. Analyzes how market interdependencies, government policy, the behavior of firms, and market structure within agricultural and food systems affects performance of the U.S. agri-food system.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

Recommended: MTH 111Z

Available via Ecampus

AEC 253, *ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, POLICY, AND ECONOMICS, 4 Credits

A general introduction to federal environmental law and policy in the U.S. Familiarizes students with basic legal institutions and concepts of the American legal system, outlines the transition of environmental policy from its common law roots to its modern administrative law form, and gives an overview of the major federal environmental statutes. Relationships among legal theory and process and economic principles are emphasized.

Attributes: CPWC – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Western Culture

Available via Ecampus

AEC 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

Targeted courses that focus on specific topics in agricultural and resource economics. Topics may vary from term to term and from year to year. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

Equivalent to: AREC 299

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AEC 311, INTERMEDIATE APPLIED ECONOMICS I: PRODUCERS AND CONSUMERS, 4 Credits

An examination of the theories of consumer behavior and demand, production cost, the firm, supply, and competitive and monopoly market structures.

Prerequisite: (AEC 250 with C- or better or AEC 250H with C- or better or AEC 251 with C- or better or ECON 201 with C- or better or ECON 201H with C- or better) and (MTH 241 [C-] or MTH 251 [C-] or MTH 251H [C-])

Available via Ecampus

AEC 313, INTERMEDIATE APPLIED ECONOMICS II: MARKETS, WELFARE & POLICY, 4 Credits

Complementing the private-decision focus in AEC 311, the present course focuses on the intermediate microeconomic theory of social welfare and public decision-making. Topics include exchange, monopoly, game theory, social welfare, externalities, public goods and choice, asymmetric information, uncertainty, and cost-benefit analysis. Substantial attention will be given to the implications of these theories for real-world problems, especially regarding resource and environmental issues.

Prerequisite: MTH 241 with C- or better or AEC 311 with C- or better or ECON 311 with C- or better

Available via Ecampus

AEC 351, *NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS AND POLICY, 3 Credits

Application of principles of economics to identify the causes, consequences, and ways of dealing with natural resource problems, including problems associated with fisheries, forests, water resources, and land. Conceptual topics and policy applications. Emphasis is on developing students' skill in applying an economic way of thinking about natural resource management.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Prerequisite: AEC 250 with D- or better or AEC 250H with D- or better or ECON 201 with D- or better or ECON 201H with D- or better

Recommended: MTH 111Z

Available via Ecampus

AEC 352, *ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS AND POLICY, 3 Credits

Provides an overview of the interrelationships between economic activity, the environment, and public policy. Through case studies, discussion groups, readings, and group activities, students learn how economists define and analyze environmental problems and the types of policies they advocate for managing environmental quality. CROSSLISTED as AEC 352/ECON 352.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Prerequisite: AEC 250 with D- or better or AEC 250H with D- or better or ECON 201 with D- or better or ECON 201H with D- or better

Equivalent to: ECON 352

Available via Ecampus

AEC 353, *INTRODUCTION TO COASTAL AND MARINE RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces tools of economic analysis for understanding coastal and marine resource management. Surveys a selection of current topics in the field, emphasizing innovation in production and stewardship, institutions, and sustainability.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Prerequisite: (MTH 111 with C- or better or MTH 111Z with C- or better) and (AEC 250 [C-] or AEC 250H [C-] or ECON 201 [C-] or ECON 201H [C-])

Available via Ecampus

AEC 372, AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES, 3 Credits

An introduction to and in-depth examination of the agricultural cooperative. Students will gain a working knowledge of the concepts, principles, and terminology of agricultural cooperatives through reference materials, lectures, presentations by guest speakers and a cooperatives tour. Students will consider the strengths and weaknesses of the agricultural cooperative as well as the unique management and operational challenges inherent to this form of business operation.

Prerequisite: AEC 211 with D- or better

AEC 388, AGRICULTURAL LAW, 4 Credits

Application of legal principles to business decision making in farming, ranching, and the agricultural support industry. Consideration of the obligations arising out of contract, tort, property, water, public land, and natural resource law.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

Targeted courses that focus on specific topics in agricultural and resource economics. Topics may vary from term to term and from year to year. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

Equivalent to: AEC 399H, AREC 399H

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AEC 399H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

Targeted courses that focus on specific topics in agricultural and resource economics. Topics may vary from term to term and from year to year. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: AEC 399, AREC 399

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AEC 401, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 401

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 402, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 402

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 403

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 405

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 406, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 406

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AEC 407H, AREC 407, AREC 407H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 407H, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: AEC 407, AREC 407, AREC 407H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 408, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 408

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits

This course is repeatable for 6 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 411, *INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SYSTEMS: LOCAL TO GLOBAL, 3 Credits

Critically examines the operation and outcomes of food systems using a systems thinking framework to analyze food supply chains, including inputs such as natural processes, technology, labor, education and public policy. Emphasizes the causal connections between food system activities and how they give rise to a wide range of environmental and social challenges, from climate change to food insecurity. Evaluates and recommends public and private policy to improve food system outcomes. Emphasizes analysis based on scale, historical changes, social and cultural perspectives, and emerging alternative food system practices including organic production.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Equivalent to: AGRI 411

Available via Ecampus

AEC 421, ECONOMICS OF RURAL POVERTY AND THE U.S. SOCIAL SAFETY NET, 4 Credits

Introduces students to the geography of poverty in the United States and the “social safety net” that the U.S. has constructed to reduce poverty and its negative effects. The course focuses on the geography of the social safety net, the operation and administration of the safety net, and how recent changes in the social safety net may have disadvantaged rural people and places.

Equivalent to: RS 421

Available via Ecampus

AEC 432, ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, 4 Credits

Legal relationships arising out of rights to air, water, and land. The impact of federal and state regulation on pollution control and on the production, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 434, ^BENEFIT-COST ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

Develops the fundamental tools for Benefit-Cost Analysis, a technique for evaluating a project or investment by comparing the economic benefits with the economic costs of the activity. Examines the tricky topic of how to measure the benefits of non-market such as good health and higher environmental quality. The methods introduced here apply to a wide variety of situations. Explores the broad issues of how to think about uncertainty and risk, how to discount future costs and benefits, to value lives saved, and other challenging topics.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: AEC 311 with C- or better or ECON 411 with C- or better

Recommended: ST 352 or familiarity with regression analysis

Available via Ecampus

AEC 440, THE ECONOMICS OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATION IN THE FOOD SYSTEM, 4 Credits

Application of economic analysis to questions related to the choice of an appropriate form of business organization for a wide variety of food system enterprises. Topics include costs of contracting, costs of ownership, enterprise scope and scale, and the dynamics of business ownership and structure. Particular emphasis is given to entrepreneurial enterprises and cooperative businesses in the food system.

Prerequisite: AEC 311 with D- or better or ECON 311 with D- or better

AEC 442, AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Application of economic, financial, and strategic management principles to agricultural business with a focus on a case-study framework for analysis and business decision making for alternative business management strategies.

AEC 444, COMMODITY FUTURES AND OPTIONS MARKETS, 4 Credits

Provides an overview of the basic concepts needed to use commodity futures and options markets to successfully manage price risk. To address the increasingly global economy in which commodity transactions occur, the course also includes financial futures such as interest rates and currencies. Specific topics covered include contract standardization, speculation and hedging, opening and closing of positions, and basis, i.e. the relationship between cash and futures markets, input-output hedges, and spreads. Students also gain hands-on experience through a trading simulation.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 446, INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED ECONOMETRICS, 4 Credits

Introduces students to applied econometrics: the use of statistical techniques to estimate and test economic relationships. Topics include multiple regression models, multicollinearity, and simultaneous equations. The applications and labs will focus on econometric analysis of real world problems pertaining to issues in environmental, food, and resource economics and policy.

Prerequisite: AEC 311 with D- or better and (ST 351 [D-] or ST 351H [D-])

Available via Ecampus

AEC 447, AGRICULTURAL PRICE AND MARKET ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

Price determination for food and agricultural commodities; development of quantitative economic models that explain and predict prices and other market outcomes.

Recommended: AEC 311 and ST 351

AEC 448, ADVANCED TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Reviews core concepts of economic efficiency and market failures and then focuses on the economics of environmental regulation. Develops an appreciation for the structure of key concepts that underlie the economic approach to environmental issues and applications to policy and regulations. Builds skills in assessing regulatory policies from the perspective of economics.

Prerequisite: AEC 311 with D- or better and AEC 352 [D-]

AEC 455, PROGRAM EVALUATION, 3 Credits

Explores the leading methods for evaluating the impact of public programs and policies, specifically focusing on causal inference and empirical applications. Methods covered include randomized experiments as well as techniques to estimate impacts using observational data sources common in health, education and development settings.

Prerequisite: ST 352 with C- or better or AEC 446 with C- or better or ECON 424 with C- or better

Available via Ecampus

AEC 456, SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits

Provides a non-technical, accessible primer on sustainable agricultural development and its relationship to sustainable development. Uses economic principles and tradeoff analysis to evaluate the sustainability of agricultural development pathways at the global and national scales, and agricultural systems at the agroecosystem and farm-household scales. Reviews the sustainability challenges facing agriculture in the developing, transitional and industrialized worlds. Examines demand-side and supply-side strategies and policies to improve agricultural sustainability, including product certification and labeling, investment in private and public R&D, and farm-level taxes and subsidies.

Recommended: AEC 311 or ECON 311; analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Available via Ecampus

AEC 461, ^AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD POLICY ISSUES, 4 Credits

Principles of agricultural and food policy formulation; agricultural price and income policies in relation to land use, water, and food policies; interrelationships among U.S. and foreign agriculture and trade policies.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: AEC 311 with D- or better or ECON 311 with D- or better

AEC 465, AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Explores fundamental financial concepts in the context of agriculture and food businesses, including analysis of financial ratios, the use of leverage, compounding and discounting, capital budgeting, and risk management. Emphasizes the application of these concepts and tools to management decisions.

Prerequisite: AEC 211 with D- or better and (BA 211 [D-] or BA 211H [D-] or BA 211Z [D-] or BA 211HZ [D-] or BA 315 [D-])

AEC 466, AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD MARKETING MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Principles, trends, issues, barriers, policies, strategies and decisions involved in domestic and international marketing of perishable and storable agricultural commodities and food products from the point of production to the point of consumption. Topics include firm-level marketing concepts, the integration of marketing with firms’ overall strategic management goals, as well as comparative studies across multiple outlets for agricultural and food products, to include local, regional, and global markets.

Prerequisite: AEC 221 with D- or better and (AEC 250 [D-] or AEC 250H [D-] or AEC 251 [D-] or ECON 201 [D-] or ECON 201H [D-])

AEC 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Various topics in agricultural and resource economics of special and current interest not covered in other courses.

Equivalent to: AREC 499

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 501, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 501

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 502, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 503

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

AEC 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 505

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 506, SPECIAL PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 507

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 508

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 511, INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SYSTEMS: LOCAL TO GLOBAL, 3 Credits

Critically examines the operation and outcomes of food systems using a systems thinking framework to analyze food supply chains, including inputs such as natural processes, technology, labor, education and public policy. Emphasizes the causal connections between food system activities and how they give rise to a wide range of environmental and social challenges, from climate change to food insecurity. Evaluates and recommends public and private policy to improve food system outcomes. Emphasizes analysis based on scale, historical changes, social and cultural perspectives, and emerging alternative food system practices including organic production.

Equivalent to: AGRI 511

Available via Ecampus

AEC 512, MICROECONOMIC THEORY I, 4 Credits

Fundamental topics in microeconomic theory. Topics include utility maximization and consumer demand, profit maximization and the theory of the firm, and labor and capital markets.

Recommended: MTH 252

AEC 513, MICROECONOMIC THEORY II, 4 Credits

Emphasizes principles for microeconomic theory at the master's level. Builds upon the foundations covered in AEC 512, and extends the theory and principles to cover uncertainty, game theory, competitive market equilibrium and welfare analysis, imperfect competition, and market failures. Primary emphasis is on understanding microeconomic theory and the underlying assumptions, and how it is applied to real world settings.

Prerequisite: AEC 512 with C or better

AEC 516, BEHAVIORAL AND EXPERIMENTAL ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces the concepts of behavioral economics, which tackles situations that are inconsistent with the standard rational behavior model on both individual and market level, and experimental methods, which focuses on controlled identification, illustration and study of various socio-economics principles and market mechanisms. Demonstrates how concepts and tools can be used in a variety of settings, including provision of environmental services, health and social policy design, marketing and product design. Consists of a theoretical component, based on current readings and guest lectures by researchers in the field, and a practical component, focused on evaluation, design and creation of research.

Equivalent to: AEC 616

AEC 521, ECONOMICS OF RURAL POVERTY AND THE U.S. SOCIAL SAFETY NET, 4 Credits

Introduces students to the geography of poverty in the United States and the “social safety net” that the U.S. has constructed to reduce poverty and its negative effects. The course focuses on the geography of the social safety net, the operation and administration of the safety net, and how recent changes in the social safety net may have disadvantaged rural people and places.

Equivalent to: RS 521

Available via Ecampus

AEC 525, APPLIED ECONOMETRICS, 4 Credits

General principles of applied econometric research are emphasized, including model building, data analysis, hypothesis testing, and evaluation and interpretation of results. A variety of estimators are applied to real data, including least squares, panel data, simultaneous equations, discrete choice, and limited dependent variable models.

AEC 532, ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, 4 Credits

Legal relationships arising out of rights to air, water, and rights to air, water, and land. The impact of federal and state regulation on pollution control and on the production, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 534, ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Environmental problems and misuse of natural resources are caused by humans’ behavior, and thus must be solved by changing behavior. Explores the ways economics is central to understanding the incentive behind the causes, consequences, and potential for effective solutions to environmental and resource problems involving air, water, fish, forests, climate change, and biodiversity. Builds on microeconomics principles to include theories of market failures, externalities, common-pool resources, and institutions, as well as growth and sustainability. Equips students with tools for non-market valuation and for critical evaluation of environmental policies’ benefits and costs.

Recommended: AEC 311

Available via Ecampus

AEC 540, THE ECONOMICS OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATION IN THE FOOD SYSTEM, 4 Credits

Application of economic analysis to questions related to the choice of an appropriate form of business organization for a wide variety of food system enterprises. Topics include costs of contracting, costs of ownership, enterprise scope and scale, and the dynamics of business ownership and structure. Particular emphasis is given to entrepreneurial enterprises and cooperative businesses in the food system.

Recommended: AEC 311 or ECON 311

AEC 544, COMMODITY FUTURES AND OPTIONS MARKETS, 4 Credits

Provides an overview of the basic concepts needed to use commodity futures and options markets to successfully manage price risk. To address the increasingly global economy in which commodity transactions occur, the course also includes financial futures such as interest rates and currencies. Specific topics covered include contract standardization, speculation and hedging, opening and closing of positions, and basis, i.e. the relationship between cash and futures markets, input-output hedges, and spreads. Students also gain hands-on experience through a trading simulation.

Available via Ecampus

AEC 546, INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED ECONOMETRICS, 4 Credits

Introduces students to applied econometrics: the use of statistical techniques to estimate and test economic relationships. Topics include multiple regression models, multicollinearity, and simultaneous equations. The applications and labs will focus on econometric analysis of real world problems pertaining to issues in environmental, food, and resource economics and policy.

Recommended: AEC 311 and ST 351

Available via Ecampus

AEC 548, ADVANCED TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Reviews core concepts of economic efficiency and market failures and then focuses on the economics of environmental regulation. Develops an appreciation for the structure of key concepts that underlie the economic approach to environmental issues and applications to policy and regulations. Builds skills in assessing regulatory policies from the perspective of economics.

AEC 550, ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 4 Credits

Presents concepts, theories, and methods used in the economic analysis of environmental and natural resource issues. The emphasis is on the economics of environmental policies and the development of decision rules regarding the efficient use of natural resources.

Prerequisite: AEC 512 with C or better

AEC 551, APPLICATIONS OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 4 Credits

Applies and expands upon concepts, theories, and methods in environmental and natural resource economics introduced in AEC 550. Topics include non-market valuation, discounting, and benefit-cost analysis, as well as the role and importance of institutions, appropriate research methods, and the philosophical basis for normative judgments in economics.

Prerequisite: AEC 550 with C or better

AEC 555, PROGRAM EVALUATION, 3 Credits

Explores the leading methods for evaluating the impact of public programs and policies, specifically focusing on causal inference and empirical applications. Methods covered include randomized experiments as well as techniques to estimate impacts using observational data sources common in health, education and development settings.

Prerequisite: ECON 524 with C- or better or PPOL 522 with C- or better

Available via Ecampus

AEC 556, SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits

Provides a non-technical, accessible primer on sustainable agricultural development and its relationship to sustainable development. Uses economic principles and tradeoff analysis to evaluate the sustainability of agricultural development pathways at the global and national scales, and agricultural systems at the agroecosystem and farm-household scales. Reviews the sustainability challenges facing agriculture in the developing, transitional and industrialized worlds. Examines demand-side and supply-side strategies and policies to improve agricultural sustainability, including product certification and labeling, investment in private and public R&D, and farm-level taxes and subsidies.

Recommended: AEC 311 or ECON 311

Available via Ecampus

AEC 565, AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Explores fundamental financial concepts in the context of agriculture and food businesses, including analysis of financial ratios, the use of leverage, compounding and discounting, capital budgeting, and risk management. Emphasizes the application of these concepts and tools to management decisions.

Recommended: AEC 211 and (BA 211Z or BA 315)

AEC 566, AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD MARKETING MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Principles, trends, issues, barriers, policies, strategies and decisions involved in domestic and international marketing of perishable and storable agricultural commodities and food products from the point of production to the point of consumption. Topics include firm-level marketing concepts, the integration of marketing with firms’ overall strategic management goals, as well as comparative studies across multiple outlets for agricultural and food products, to include local, regional, and global markets.

Recommended: AEC 221 and (AEC 250 or AEC 251 or ECON 201)

AEC 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 0-16 Credits

Various topics in applied economics of special and current not covered in other courses. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

Equivalent to: AREC 599

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 601, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 601

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 602, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 605

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 603

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

AEC 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 605

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 606, SPECIAL PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 607, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 607

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 608, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: AREC 608

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AEC 611, ADVANCED MICROECONOMIC THEORY I, 4 Credits

A rigorous development of the theory of consumption and production, with emphasis on duality.

Prerequisite: AEC 512 with C or better and AEC 513 [C]

Recommended: MTH 254

AEC 612, ADVANCED MICROECONOMIC THEORY II, 4 Credits

A rigorous extension of the theory of the consumer and firm to aggregate and heterogeneous populations, decision making under uncertainty, and related game theory concepts.

Prerequisite: AEC 611 with C or better

AEC 616, BEHAVIORAL AND EXPERIMENTAL ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces the concepts of behavioral economics, which tackles situations that are inconsistent with the standard rational behavior model on both individual and market level, and experimental methods, which focuses on controlled identification, illustration and study of various socio-economics principles and market mechanisms. Demonstrates how concepts and tools can be used in a variety of settings, including provision of environmental services, health and social policy design, marketing and product design. Consists of a theoretical component, based on current readings and guest lectures by researchers in the field, and a practical component, focused on evaluation, design and creation of research.

Equivalent to: AEC 516

AEC 624, ADVANCED ECONOMETRICS I, 4 Credits

Emphasizes the basic theory underlying the main types of estimators used in econometrics, as well as their application in empirical research. Topics including derivation, properties, and application of method of moments, maximum likelihood, ordinary and generalized least squares, and instrumental variables estimators, statistical inference and hypothesis testing, and model building and specification analysis. Provides the necessary foundation for estimation techniques covered in AEC 625 and AEC 626.

Recommended: MS-level econometrics

AEC 625, ADVANCED ECONOMETRICS II, 4 Credits

Explores estimation techniques used in modern applied economic analysis, with an emphasis on research design. Topics include regression discontinuity design, linear panel data models, difference-in-differences, matching, synthetic control, systems estimation, and inference.

Prerequisite: AEC 624 with C or better

AEC 626, ADVANCED ECONOMETRICS III, 4 Credits

Develops non-linear econometric methods and applications, including M-estimators, non- linear least-squares, discrete choice, limited dependent variables, quantile regression, and machine learning. Focuses on an applied orientation, emphasizing problems of data measurement, model selection, and model specification encountered in practical applications of econometrics.

Prerequisite: AEC 625 with C or better

AEC 627, COMPUTATIONAL ECONOMICS, 4 Credits

Covers the numerical analysis of static optimization models and stochastic dynamic models in resource and development economics, emphasizing formulation, solution, and simulation of dynamic optimization, rational expectations, and arbitrage pricing models.

AEC 640, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits

Surveys research on the quantitative economic analysis of sustainable development, with an emphasis on integrated assessment methods and models and their application to agriculture and rural development policy, agricultural technology impact assessment, and climate change impact assessment.

Prerequisite: AEC 611 with D- or better and AEC 612 [D-] and AEC 625 [D-]

AEC 643, ADVANCED TOPICS IN DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces students to key issues in the economics of development along with the quantitative methods required to conduct advanced research in these topics. Topics include: the measurement of poverty and inequality, the analysis of health and education policies, the role of land, labor, credit and insurance markets in economic development, technology adoption, agrarian contracts, gender issues, and the political economy of development.

Prerequisite: AEC 612 with C or better and AEC 626 [C]

AEC 651, ADVANCED NATURAL RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Contemporary economic theory of dynamic natural resource allocation is introduced. Assignments focus on analytical and numerical methods for solving dynamic optimization problems in resource and environmental management. Lecture and readings emphasize current research trends in the field and relevant advances in quantitative methodology.

Prerequisite: AEC 611 with C or better

AEC 652, ADVANCED ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Interrelationships of natural resource use and the environment; applied welfare and benefit-cost analysis; externalities and pollution abatement; non-market valuation of resources; property rights; legal and social constraints; policy approaches.

Prerequisite: AEC 513 with C or better and AEC 525 [C]

AEC 653, EMPIRICAL ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces empirical methods at the current frontiers of research in environmental and resource economics. General topics may include the identification of non-market values, revealed and stated preference methods, environmental policy evaluation, equilibrium sorting models, and climate econometrics.

Prerequisite: AEC 513 with C or better and AEC 525 [C]

AEC 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Various topics in applied economics of special and current interest not covered in other courses.

Equivalent to: AREC 699

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 111, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Using information technology in agriculture and agribusiness; practical experience with computer programs applicable to all agricultural disciplines.

Available via Ecampus

AG 199, SPECIAL STUDIES, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 200, ORIENTATION TO THE AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES MAJOR, 2 Credits

Exploration of Agricultural Sciences major and career opportunities.

Available via Ecampus

AG 230, INTRODUCTION TO EXTENSION AND ENGAGEMENT, 3 Credits

For students interested in pursuing a career with the OSU Extension Service. An introduction to the OSU Extension Service mission, philosophy, history, organization, structure, administration, program areas, Extension program development, Extension teaching and delivery methods, and the involvement and use of volunteers.

This course is repeatable for 6 credits.

AG 301, *ECOSYSTEM SCIENCE OF PACIFIC NW INDIANS, 3 Credits

Designed and presented in partnership with Pacific Northwest Indians and Alaska Natives, focusing on natural ecosystems, differing views, power relationships, policymaking, and gender roles.

Attributes: CPDP – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Difference/Power/Discrimination

Available via Ecampus

AG 311, *NATIVE AMERICAN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Explores Native North American agriculture and land management--prehistory of important domesticates such as maize, historic change, and contemporary issues including modern stereotypes, women in agriculture, cultural survival, and both the physical and spiritual significance of these crops in Native American communities and around the globe past and present.

Attributes: CPCD – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Cultural Diversity

Available via Ecampus

AG 321, *WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Explores and celebrates women in agricultural sciences in Oregon, in the U.S., and from around the world. Examines a spectrum of topics related to women in agriculture locally to globally: women’s roles in agricultural communities, women’s roles in agricultural production and food security, women-driven agricultural development, gender roles in agriculture in rural areas and women's agency and challenges. Provides a broad picture of women’s contributions to agricultural practices and research, throughout history and in contemporary societies.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Available via Ecampus

AG 350, ADVANCEMENT & CONSUMPTION OF AGRICULTURAL MEDIA, 3 Credits

Discusses how evolving technology has changed the ways agricultural communicators reach the public and share about scientific advancements, products, and issues in agriculture and natural resources. Explores how the convergence of multiple forms of media – newspaper, video, radio, and photojournalism – on the internet is impacting how agricultural communicators provide information on various topics. Analyzes the field of agricultural communications and the impact technological advancements have had on content choices, media selection, and audience engagement within the field.

Recommended: Critical thinking, problem solving, and writing skills

Available via Ecampus

AG 351, *COMMUNICATING GLOBAL AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES ISSUES, 3 Credits

Examines the interdependence between agriculture and natural resources on a global scale. Explores the best options to advance the agriculture industry to provide food for a growing population while conserving natural resources. Investigates how to best communicate their findings in a manner that is consumable and appealing to the general public.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Available via Ecampus

AG 391, FARM IMPLEMENTS, 3 Credits

Power farming implements including operation, maintenance, adjustments, calibration and use are covered.

Available via Ecampus

AG 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AG 402, INDEPENDENT STUDIES, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AG 406, SPECIAL PROBLEMS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 409, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AG 412, AG SAFETY AND HEALTH, 3 Credits

An examination of various hazards associated with agriculture. Control strategies will be explored and prevention methods identified. Hazards examined include machinery, livestock, controlled spaces, pesticides, and other items common to the agricultural workplace.

Available via Ecampus

AG 421, ^WRITING IN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Students will synthesize their knowledge in various areas of agricultural sciences and analyze how current issues impact the agriculture industry, explore careers in agriculture, and develop their written communication skills. Students will share their ideas and demonstrate their learning primarily in writing.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Available via Ecampus

AG 425, DEVELOPMENTS IN AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS, 3 Credits

Emphasis on the development of instructional units for agricultural instruction programs. Wide applications to agricultural mechanization and biotechnology.

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

AG 435, PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS IN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Students will learn to effectively create and deliver professional presentations relevant to careers in agriculture and natural resources. This includes developing skills for both formal and informal presentations, using visual aids effectively, and using appropriate strategies to engage various audiences.

AG 445, SOCIAL MEDIA ADVOCACY IN AGRI SCIENCES & NATURAL RESOURCES, 3 Credits

Through practice and application, students develop the ability to communicate effectively in writing using social media and other digital platforms for business purposes, including internal communication, stakeholder engagement, educational messaging, event promotion, and product marketing.

Available via Ecampus

AG 455, *RISK AND CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS IN AG SCI & NATURAL RESOURCES, 3 Credits

Examine potential risk and crisis communications scenarios in agriculture, natural resources and environmental sciences, plus the relevant theories, models, and processes involved in addressing these types of situations effectively. Explores the mitigation, management, and response to risks and crises from a communications perspective with special application to natural resources, along with agricultural and environmental sciences, hazardous situations through completing case studies and creating a risk and crisis communications manual.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

Available via Ecampus

AG 465, AG SCI AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMUNICATIONS MINOR CAPSTONE, 2 Credits

Reflect on accumulated knowledge and technical/soft skills gained and conceptualize how to apply communication theories and practices in the context of future agricultural and natural resources careers. Integrate real-life agriculture and natural resources communications scenarios, which will allow for the practice of strategy development, proper implementation, and appropriate assessment methods. Helps package and demonstrate skills verbally and in a portfolio.

Prerequisite: AG 351 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

AG 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

AG 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 509, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AG 518, EXTENSION COURSE IN TEACHER EDUCATION: TECHNICAL, 1-3 Credits

Enables present and prospective teachers of agriculture to continue their professional development on technical topics of current importance.

Equivalent to: AED 518

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

AG 521, WRITING IN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Students will synthesize their knowledge in various areas of agricultural sciences and analyze how current issues impact the agriculture industry, explore careers in agriculture, and develop their written communication skills. Students will share their ideas and demonstrate their learning primarily in writing.

Available via Ecampus

AG 525, DEVELOPMENTS IN AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS, 3 Credits

Emphasis on the development of instructional units for agricultural instruction programs. Wide applications to agricultural mechanization and biotechnology.

This course is repeatable for 45 credits.

AG 808, WORKSHOP, 1-4 Credits

Designed to enhance professionalism and create a knowledge base to increase personal effectiveness. This course will provide a basis for future leadership by synthesizing theoretical knowledge with practical application. Individuals will have the opportunity to explore their own personality, reflect on their leadership ability, and develop the professional skills and networking abilities necessary to become influential leaders in their home, community and profession.

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

AGRI 002, LEADERSHIP, 0 Credits

Provides students with basic personal and interpersonal leadership skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, the leadership experience helps students explore motivation, decision-making, time management, power, team building, conflict, ethics, dealing with change, communication skills, and diversity issues.

AGRI 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-3 Credits

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AGRI 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

Targeted courses that focus on specific topics in agriculture and natural resources. Topics may vary from term to term and from year to year. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AGRI 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AGRI 402, INDEPENDENT STUDIES, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

AGRI 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

AGRI 420, INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC FOOD PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

History of organic farming, advantages and disadvantages, review of long-term studies comparing organic and conventional production systems, a review of the federal organic production guidelines, methods and applications for organic production facilities, crop nutrition, compost and manure utilization, organic amendments, organic field crop production, organic gardening, organic livestock production, weed and pest control in organic systems, and marketing of organic produce.

Prerequisite: CROP 200 with D- or better or SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better or CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better or BI 204 with D- or better or BI 213 with D- or better or BI 213H with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

AGRI 438, EXPLORING WORLD AGRICULTURE, 2 Credits

Global practices of food production are highly diverse. However, there are also many common global issues related to agriculture, food, and natural resources. Speakers with international backgrounds and experiences will present material, as well as student teams who will research a topic of personal interest. In addition, opportunities for global study, internship, and research will be explored.

AGRI 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

AGRI 506, ORGANIC AGRICULTURE CAPSTONE, 3 Credits

Recommended: AGRI 520, CROP/SOIL 530, ANS 550

Available via Ecampus

AGRI 520, INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC FOOD PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

History of organic farming, advantages and disadvantages, review of long-term studies comparing organic and conventional production systems, a review of the federal organic production guidelines, methods and applications for organic production facilities, crop nutrition, compost and manure utilization, organic amendments, organic field crop production, organic gardening, organic livestock production, weed and pest control in organic systems, and marketing of organic produce.

Recommended: CROP 200 or SOIL 205 or BI 204 or BI 213

Available via Ecampus

AGRI 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

Targeted courses that focus on specific topics in agricultural science. Topics may vary from term to term and from year to year. May be repeated for credit when topics differ.

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

ANS 100, ORIENTATION TO ANIMAL AND RANGELAND SCIENCES, 1 Credit

Designed to provide incoming Animal and Rangeland Sciences students an introduction to college life at OSU with an emphasis on the faculty, facilities, services, and the curricula of the Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences.

ANS 121, *INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL SCIENCES, 4 Credits

Principles of breeding, physiology, nutrition, and management as they apply to modern livestock and poultry production.

Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science

Equivalent to: ANS 121H

Available via Ecampus

ANS 121H, *INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL SCIENCES, 4 Credits

Principles of breeding, physiology, nutrition, and management as they apply to modern livestock and poultry production.

Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: ANS 121

ANS 207, SOPHOMORE SEMINAR, 2 Credits

Examination of career opportunities in animal sciences.

Available via Ecampus

ANS 215, BEEF/DAIRY INDUSTRIES, 3 Credits

Introduction to beef and dairy industries; history, current industry status, and demonstration and practice of basic husbandry skills.

Recommended: ANS 121

ANS 216, SMALL RUMINANT/SWINE INDUSTRIES, 3 Credits

Introduction to the small ruminant and swine industries including history, current status and production practices, with demonstration and hands-on experience of basic husbandry practices.

Recommended: ANS 121

ANS 220, INTRODUCTORY HORSE SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Introduction to horses, their history, breeds, form and function, performance evaluation, current industry status, and general management.

Recommended: ANS 121

ANS 231, LIVESTOCK EVALUATION, 3 Credits

Focuses on an individual animal's economic merit as compared to a sample group. Visual appraisal, performance data, and carcass merit are stressed. Includes the evaluation of both market and breeding animals. The livestock species of concentration include beef cattle, swine, sheep, and meat goats.

Recommended: ANS 121

ANS 251, PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL FOODS TECHNOLOGY, 3 Credits

Processing of meat, milk and eggs into human food products.

Recommended: ANS 121

ANS 280, COMPANION ANIMAL MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

An introduction to the challenges, responsibilities, and benefits of interaction with selected companion animals. Topics covered will provide an overview of the human-animal bond, the position of companion animals in society, ethical issues of pet ownership and potential career opportunities. In addition, the course will serve as an introduction to preventive care and normal behavior of dogs, cats, and selected exotic pets. As the Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences curriculum offers courses addressing equine care and husbandry, horses will not be discussed in this class.

ANS 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 302, COMMON DISEASES OF COMPANION ANIMALS, 4 Credits

An introduction to common diseases of selected companion animals. Emphasis will be placed on identifying predisposing factors, clinical signs, common diagnostic procedures and potential implications for human health.

Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-]) and (BI 213 [D-] or BI 213H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-])) ) and CH 121 [D-] and CH 122 [D-] and CH 123 [D-]

Recommended: ANS 280

ANS 311, PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL NUTRITION, 3 Credits

Classification, digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients in animals; consequences of nutritional deficiencies and toxicities.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-]))

Available via Ecampus

ANS 313, APPLIED ANIMAL NUTRITION: FEEDS AND RATION FORMULATION, 4 Credits

Discusses topics relevant to feedstuff identification and nutrient analysis, feed processing and formulation of balanced animal diets based on nutrient requirements. Provides students hands-on experiences in identifying various feedstuffs and formulating rations based on the nutrient composition of those feedstuffs.

Recommended: MTH 111Z

Available via Ecampus

ANS 314, ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Biological basis of animal performance; describes how networks of cells act cooperatively to enable locomotion, provide a stable internal environment, allocate resources, remove metabolic end-products, and counteract microorganisms.

Recommended: General principles of biology equivalent to BI 221, BI 222, BI 223 and junior standing or higher

Available via Ecampus

ANS 315, *CONTENTIOUS SOCIAL ISSUES IN ANIMAL AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Discussion of contentious issues including role of animal products and human health; use of hormones and antibiotics; new animal biotechnologies; animal rights/welfare; livestock grazing on public lands.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Available via Ecampus

ANS 316, REPRODUCTION IN DOMESTIC ANIMALS, 4 Credits

Anatomy and physiology of mammalian and avian reproductive systems; fertilization, embryonic and fetal development, placentation and parturition; reproductive technologies.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) or ((BI 221 with D- or better or BI 221H with D- or better) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-])) ) and (CH 121 [D-] or CH 221 [D-] or CH 231 [D-] or CH 231H [D-])

Recommended: ANS 121

Available via Ecampus

ANS 317, REPRODUCTION IN DOMESTIC ANIMALS LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Gross and microscopic anatomy of the reproductive tract; semen collection, evaluation and extension; evaluation of fertilization, embryo and fetal development and placentation.

Prerequisite: ANS 316 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

ANS 320, PRINCIPLES OF COMPANION ANIMAL NUTRITION, 3 Credits

Learn about nutrients, the digestive process, and the application of nutritional sciences to the health and welfare of companion animals. Introduction to the metabolic basis and practical preventative management for nutritional diseases in companion animals.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-]))

ANS 333, EQUINE STABLE MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Discusses developing a business plan, financial statements, and ratios, budgeting, financial planning, taxation, and employment issues within the current equine industry.

Prerequisite: ANS 220 with D- or better

ANS 335, EQUINE HEALTH AND DISEASE, 3 Credits

Recognition of common diseases and disorders including their cause, treatment and prevention. Management of internal and external parasites. Recognizing common lameness issues.

ANS 341, ANIMAL BEHAVIOR AND COGNITION, 3 Credits

Survey, discuss, and explore principles of animal behavior and cognition from a comparative perspective, taking into account the interacting influences of biology, environment, and life experience on the individual and group behavior of animals across species. Aspects of animal cognition, including reasoning, perception, memory and personality, that play an important role in animal behavior will also be addressed.

Prerequisite: BI 102 with D or better or (BI 213 with D or better or BI 213H with D or better) or ((BI 221 with D or better or BI 221H with D or better) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D]))

ANS 351, ADVANCED PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL FOODS TECHNOLOGY, 4 Credits

Provides in-depth coverage of both fresh and processed meats and eggs into products suitable for human consumption.

Recommended: ANS 251

ANS 378, ANIMAL GENETICS, 4 Credits

Fundamentals of inheritance, principles of genetic segregation, population and quantitative genetics, response to natural selection and artificial manipulation of populations.

Prerequisite: BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better or BI 212 with D- or better or BI 212H with D- or better or BI 213 with D- or better or BI 213H with D- or better or BI 221 with D- or better or BI 221H with D- or better or BI 222 with D- or better or BI 222H with D- or better or BI 223 with D- or better or BI 223H with D- or better

Recommended: ANS 121 and ST 351

Available via Ecampus

ANS 380, PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY, 3 Credits

An introductory course in animal anatomy to provide a foundation for advanced courses in the Animal Science curriculum. Emphasis is on acquisition of a basic knowledge of minute and gross anatomical structures, their operation, and integration. Begins with anatomical nomenclature such as body planes and directional terms then covers the following tissues and organ systems: epithelium, connective tissue, blood and bone marrow, bone/cartilage, muscle tissue, nervous tissue, digestive system, circulatory system, reproductive system, urinary system, and respiratory system.

Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with D or better or BI 211H with D or better) and (BI 212 [D] or BI 212H [D]) and (BI 213 [D] or BI 213H [D])) or ((BI 221 [D] or BI 221H [D]) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D])) )

Available via Ecampus

ANS 385, FOUNDATIONS OF MAMMALIAN HISTOLOGY, 4 Credits

Provides a basic knowledge of mammalian microscopic anatomy. Emphasizes the appearance, organization and function of minute anatomical structures that can only be observed with the help of a visual enhancer, such as a microscope. Topics include basic histological techniques and histology and related functions of the following tissues and organ systems: epithelium, connective tissue, bone/cartilage, blood, muscle tissue, nervous tissue, circulatory system, digestive system, reproductive system, urinary system, respiratory system, immune system, integument, eye and ear. Covers gametogenesis, fertilization, and early development of the vertebrate embryo.

Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) ) and (BB 314 [C-] or BB 314H [C-]) and ANS 380 [C-]

ANS 390, GROSS ANATOMY OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS, 4 Credits

Provides a foundation for advanced courses in animal science. Emphasizes mammalian anatomy, including anatomical nomenclature, structure, operation, and integration of major organ systems. Uses the dog as a general model while some comparative domestic animal anatomy will also be covered.

Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with D or better or BI 211H with D or better) and (BI 212 [D] or BI 212H [D]) and (BI 213 [D] or BI 213H [D])) or ((BI 221 [D] or BI 221H [D]) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D])) ) and ANS 380 [D]

ANS 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 410, ANIMAL SCIENCE INTERNSHIP, 1-12 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

ANS 420, ^ETHICAL ISSUES IN ANIMAL AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Provides an opportunity to discuss, debate and write extensively about current, relevant, and controversial social issues dealing with modern animal agriculture.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Available via Ecampus

ANS 427, APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY OF REPRODUCTION, 5 Credits

Principles, techniques and recent development in semen collection, evaluation, extension and preservation; artificial insemination, estrus detection and synchronization; pregnancy diagnosis and embryo transfer.

Prerequisite: ANS 316 with C or better and ANS 317 [C]

Equivalent to: ANS 327

ANS 430, EQUINE SYSTEMS I: EXERCISE SCIENCE, 4 Credits

Intensively explore and apply science to real-life situations regarding cardiorespiratory, muscle physiology, and bone physiology responses to exercise, climate, and altitude.

Recommended: ANS 314

ANS 431, APPLIED EQUINE NUTRITION, 4 Credits

Applies science and learning appropriate techniques to feed horses in different physiological states to promote health and well-being. Covers metabolic disorders and the consequences of incorrect feeding.

Recommended: ANS 220, ANS 313

ANS 432, EQUINE SYSTEMS III: REPRODUCTION, 4 Credits

Senior and graduate students explore the fundamentals of equine reproduction and their application in horse breeding. Includes practical training of laboratory techniques.

Prerequisite: ANS 220 with D- or better and ANS 316 [D-]

Recommended: ANS 327

ANS 435, APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOR, 3 Credits

Exploration of the fundamental processes of animal behavior and implications for animal management, production, housing and welfare. Covers a range of species, with emphasis on domestic animals.

Recommended: ANS 314 and Z 350

ANS 436, SHEEP PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Integration of nutrition, genetics, reproduction, behavior, and health principles into management systems for production and marketing of lamb and wool.

Recommended: ANS 216 and ANS 311 and ANS 316 and ANS 378

ANS 439, DAIRY PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Fundamentals of nutrition, breeding, reproductive physiology and health programs and their applications in the care and management of dairy cattle.

Recommended: ANS 215 and ANS 313 and ANS 316 and ANS 378

ANS 440, APPLIED DAIRY MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Focuses on knowledge and techniques for diagnosis of common diseases, preventative management, and therapeutic care necessary for a dairy herdsman position. Emphasizes hands-on instruction in basic calf, heifer, lactating and dry cow care. Discusses and practices essential management techniques including those relating to cattle handling, reproduction, hoof health, calf care as well as instruction in understanding and utilizing cow monitoring systems and records.

Prerequisite: ANS 439 with D- or better

ANS 441, TOPICS IN ANIMAL LEARNING, 3 Credits

Explore when and how the behavior of animals can be shaped by the environment, individual experiences, and interactions with other animals (including humans).

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-]))

Recommended: (ANS 435 or ANS 535) and Z 350

ANS 445, BEEF PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of nutrition, reproductive physiology, selection, health programs, and their applications in the care and management of beef cattle from conception through calving, weaning, stocker/back grounding and the feedlot. Students will practice decision-making processes using working case studies. Overnight field trip with extra fee charged.

Recommended: ANS 313 and ANS 316 and ANS 317 and ANS 378

ANS 446, GRAZING LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION, 4 Credits

Equips non-animal science majors with basic ruminant livestock (beef cattle, sheep and meat goat) production knowledge, so they may communicate and collaborate effectively with livestock producers.

Prerequisite: ANS 121 with D- or better or ANS 121H with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

ANS 448, LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION ON PASTURE, 4 Credits

Focuses on grazing management in cultivated pastures in Oregon and other regions with similar agro-ecological conditions. Become familiar with the basic principles of pasture production, grazing management and feed planning and management in large and small ruminant production systems. Provides information on the underlying factors affecting pasture and animal production and product quality in pasture-based production systems. CROSSLISTED as ANS 448/CROP 448/RNG 448.

Equivalent to: CROP 448, RNG 448

ANS 452, LIVESTOCK HOUSING AND WASTE MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Basics in where, how, and why one would build, insulate, and ventilate livestock buildings. Manure and wastewater collection, treatment, storage, and utilization.

Available via Ecampus

ANS 456, COMPANION ANIMAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Fundamentals of dog and cat breeding stock selection, feeding and housing as well as biology and management from estrus through parturition to weaning. Due to the nature of this class, a variety of animals may be present during class session. Questions and interactions are encouraged but, while precautions are taken, any contact with animals carries some risk of injury or illness.

Prerequisite: ANS 313 with D- or better and ANS 316 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] and ANS 317 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] and ANS 378 [D-]

ANS 460, SWINE PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of nutrition, reproductive physiology, selection, health programs, and their applications in the care and management of swine from conception through farrowing, weaning, and the growing/finishing phases. Students will practice decision-making processes using working case studies. Overnight field trip with extra fee charged.

Recommended: ANS 121 and ANS 216 and ANS 311 and ANS 316 and ANS 378

ANS 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

ANS 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

ANS 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 507, GRADUATE SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

ANS 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 509, TEACHING PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 511, DIGESTIVE PHYSIOLOGY AND NUTRITION OF RUMINANT ANIMALS, 4 Credits

Anatomy and physiology of the ruminant digestive tract including rumen microbiology and digestive processes. Nutritional biochemistry and physiology of ruminants. Feed chemistry, feed intake and principles of ration balancing. Theory of energy and protein metabolism.

Recommended: ANS 311 or ANS 313

ANS 530, EQUINE SYSTEMS I: EXERCISE SCIENCE, 4 Credits

Intensively explore and apply science to real-life situations regarding cardiorespiratory, muscle physiology, and bone physiology responses to exercise, climate, and altitude.

Recommended: ANS 314

ANS 531, APPLIED EQUINE NUTRITION, 4 Credits

Applies science and learning appropriate techniques to feed horses in different physiological states to promote health and well-being. Covers metabolic disorders and the consequences of incorrect feeding.

ANS 532, EQUINE SYSTEMS III: REPRODUCTION, 4 Credits

Designed for seniors and graduate students to explore the fundamentals of equine reproduction and their application in horse breeding. Includes practical training in laboratory techniques.

Recommended: ANS 220 and ANS 316 and ANS 327

ANS 535, APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOR, 3 Credits

Exploration of the fundamental processes of animal behavior and implications for animal management, production, housing and welfare. Covers a range of species, with emphasis on domestic animals.

Recommended: ANS 314 and Z 350

ANS 536, SHEEP PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Integration of nutrition, genetics, reproduction, behavior, and health principles into management systems for production and marketing of lamb and wool.

Recommended: ANS 216 and ANS 311 and ANS 316 and ANS 378

ANS 538, BIOLOGY OF LACTATION, 3 Credits

Physiological and environmental factors affecting mammary gland development and function. Offered alternate years.

Recommended: Z 431 or Z 531

ANS 539, DAIRY PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Fundamentals of nutrition, breeding, reproductive physiology and health programs and their applications in the care and management of dairy cattle.

Recommended: ANS 215 and ANS 313 and ANS 316 and ANS 378

ANS 540, DAIRY PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Decision case analysis or special topics in application of dairy management principles.

Recommended: ANS 439

ANS 541, TOPICS IN ANIMAL LEARNING, 3 Credits

Explore when and how the behavior of animals can be shaped by the environment, individual experiences, and interactions with other animals (including humans).

Recommended: (BI 221 and BI 222 and BI 223) and (ANS 435 or ANS 535) and Z 350

ANS 545, BEEF PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of nutrition, reproductive physiology, selection, health programs, and their applications in the care and management of beef cattle from conception through calving, weaning, stocker/back grounding and the feedlot. Students will practice decision-making processes using working case studies. Overnight field trip with extra fee charged.

Recommended: ANS 313 and ANS 316 and ANS 317 and ANS 378

ANS 548, LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION ON PASTURE, 4 Credits

Focuses on grazing management in cultivated pastures in Oregon and other regions with similar agro-ecological conditions. Become familiar with the basic principles of pasture production, grazing management and feed planning and management in large and small ruminant production systems. Provides information on the underlying factors affecting pasture and animal production and product quality in pasture-based production systems. CROSSLISTED as ANS 548/RNG 548.

Equivalent to: CROP 548, RNG 548

ANS 550, ORGANIC ANIMAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Topics include the principles of livestock production, legislation, animal welfare, and marketing of organic production systems. Course emphasizes principles, concepts, and techniques of organic and sustainable production of animals.

Available via Ecampus

ANS 556, COMPANION ANIMAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Fundamentals of dog and cat breeding stock selection, feeding and housing as well as biology and management from estrus through parturition to weaning. Due to the nature of this class, a variety of animals may be present during class session. Questions and interactions are encouraged but, while precautions are taken, any contact with animals carries some risk of injury or illness.

Recommended: ANS 313 and ANS 378 and completion or concurrent enrollment in ANS 316 and ANS 317

ANS 560, LIPID METABOLISM, 3 Credits

Digestion, absorption and metabolism of lipids with emphasis on lipoprotein metabolism, regulation of lipid metabolism in various tissues and metabolism of eicosanoids.

Recommended: BB 492

ANS 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

ANS 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 606, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 607, GRADUATE SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

ANS 608, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 609, TEACHING PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ANS 662, HORMONE ACTION, 3 Credits

Mechanisms of action of peptide and steroid hormones and related compounds at the cellular level.

Prerequisite: BB 551 with C or better or BB 592 with C or better

ANS 673, BIOLOGY OF MAMMALIAN REPRODUCTION, 4 Credits

Physiological, neuroendocrine, endocrine and environmental factors that regulate reproduction of mammals.

Recommended: ANS 316 and BB 350

ANS 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BDS 003, UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH, 0 Credits

Engage in research activities that involve generating, processing, analyzing, and/or drawing conclusions from large biological datasets. Through the research experience, acquire skills, techniques, and knowledge relevant to this field of study. In consultation with a faculty mentor, engage in research activity, and make and execute a plan for a project.

BDS 004, INTERNSHIP, 0 Credits

Provides basic personal and professional skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, this experience guides students in building and maintaining positive professional relationships, networking/mentoring relationships, and enhances students’ understanding of the connection between theory and practice in the use of large datasets in scientific investigation.

BDS 211, USE AND ABUSE OF DATA: CRITICAL THINKING IN SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Critically examine how data analysis can support legitimate conclusions from biological datasets and also how deceptive visualizations, misleading comparisons, and spurious reasoning can lead to false conclusions. Analyze data to break down the logical flow of an argument and identify key assumptions, even when they are not stated explicitly.

Prerequisite: MTH 111Z (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or MTH 111 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better

BDS 310, FOUNDATIONS OF BIOLOGICAL DATA SCIENCES, 4 Credits

Develops competency in scientific computing and data analysis with broad applications to the life sciences. Introduces the Python programming language as a versatile, powerful tool for visualizing and analyzing data and for performing reproducible research. Focuses on real-world datasets originating across the life sciences. Provides a foundation for future work in data-intensive disciplines.

Prerequisite: MTH 251 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or MTH 251H (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or MTH 227 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better

Equivalent to: BDS 470, BOT 470

BDS 311, COMPUTATIONAL APPROACHES FOR BIOLOGICAL DATA, 3 Credits

Explores theory and practice behind widely used computational methods for biological data analysis. Covers principles of programming for reproducible research as well as computational techniques for testing hypotheses, inferring dataset parameters, and making predictions from biological data.

Prerequisite: BDS 310 with C- or better or CS 161 with C- or better or CS 162 with C- or better or CS 162H with C- or better

BDS 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BDS 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BDS 411, ^ANALYSIS OF BIOLOGICAL DATA: CASE STUDIES, 3 Credits

Synthesizes knowledge and skills in biology, mathematics, statistics, and computer science to implement, in writing, an analysis strategy.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: (BI 311 with C- or better or BI 311H with C- or better or BB 314 with C- or better or BB 314H with C- or better) and BDS 311 [C-] and (ST 352 [C-] or ST 412 [C-])

BDS 420, REFLECT ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITIES, 1 Credit

Reflect upon experiential learning projects and build professional skills, including oral and a hard-copy written presentations, a curriculum vitae or resumé, and job or graduate school application. Listen and respond to other student presentations.

BDS 446, NETWORKS IN COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Emphasizes computational and applied mathematical methods for modeling and analyzing biological networks. Covers various network centralities, topological measures, clustering algorithms, probabilistic annotation models and inference methods. Introduces those concepts in the context of protein interaction, gene regulatory, and metabolic networks. Uses graph frameworks, data frames (and related data structures for data science), and programming in Python or R. CROSSLISTED as BDS 446/CS 446.

Prerequisite: CS 161 with C or better or BDS 310 with C or better or BDS 470 with C or better or BOT 470 with C or better or BOT 476 with C or better or ENGR 103 with C or better or ENGR 103H with C or better

Equivalent to: CS 446

Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in CS 325

BDS 472, ADVANCED COMPUTING FOR BIOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS, 3 Credits

Examines machine learning or pattern recognition applications in analyses of biological data. Applies supervised learning techniques for recognizing useful patterns in genome-scale datasets, with emphasis on carefully considered scientific interpretation of machine learning model outcomes. Explores Python Scikit-Learn libraries for implementing model-based analyses.

Prerequisite: (BDS 311 with C- or better or CS 162 with C- or better or CS 162H with C- or better) and (BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-] or BI 205 [C-])

Equivalent to: BDS 472X, BOT 472X

Recommended: BDS 474 and MTH 341

BDS 474, INTRODUCTION TO GENOME BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Explores how genomes underlie and influence biological phenomena, across the diversity of life, from prokaryotic microbes to eukaryotic multicellular organisms. Examines genome organization in the first part of the course: the structure of chromosomes and chromatin; genes and gene families; and mechanisms that remodel genomes, such as mutation, recombination and transposable elements. Summarizes models of genome expression and regulation in the second part of the course: transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulatory mechanisms and genotype-to-phenotype relationships. Illustrates how recent technological advances and genome-wide assays enable investigation of these topics.

Prerequisite: BI 311 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or BI 311H (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or BB 314 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or BB 314H (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or PBG 430 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better

Equivalent to: BDS 474X, BOT 474, BOT 474X

BDS 475, COMPARATIVE GENOMICS, 4 Credits

Explores principles of comparative genomics. Examines methods for genome assembly and annotation. Discusses genomic approaches for the study of structural change, whole genome duplication, gene family evolution, gene networks, gene regulation and epigenetics. Lab topics include the analysis of next generation sequencing data and conducting comparative genomic analyses.

Prerequisite: (BB 314 with D- or better or BB 314H with D- or better) and (BI 311 [D-] or BI 311H [D-] or PBG 430 [D-])

Equivalent to: BOT 475

Recommended: Basic working knowledge of cell and molecular biology and genetics

BDS 477, POPULATION GENOMICS, 3 Credits

Translate fundamental knowledge on genetics and genomics to study evolution and functional genes in populations. Apply skills in computer science to process, analyze, and draw conclusions from microbial populations at the ecosystem level.

Prerequisite: BDS 310 with C- or better or CS 161 with C- or better or CS 162 with C- or better or CS 162H with C- or better

Equivalent to: BDS 477X, BOT 477X

Recommended: BI 311 or BDS 474

BDS 478, FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces conceptual approaches and associated laboratory techniques that rely on genome-scale datasets to investigate the function of, and interactions between, genes as well as their RNA/protein products. Examples include: predicting protein function based on nucleotide and amino acid sequence analysis; large-scale genetic approaches to identifying novel genotype-phenotype associations; and analysis of transcriptomic, proteomic and metabolomic datasets, which measure changes in RNA transcripts, proteins and metabolites, respectively, to explore gene function and cellular/organismal networks. Provides a conceptual framework for understanding how the wide range of available large-scale technologies can be applied to solve biological problems.

Prerequisite: BB 314 with C- or better or BB 314H with C- or better

Equivalent to: BOT 460, BOT 478

BDS 491, CAPSTONE PROJECTS IN BIOLOGICAL DATA SCIENCE I, 3 Credits

Quantitative skills and biological thinking will be used to analyze and draw conclusions from real-world biological datasets. Projects will be completed in the context of small groups. Draws on skills in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and biology.

Prerequisite: (ST 352 with C- or better or ST 412 with C- or better) and (CS 162 [C-] or CS 162H [C-] or BDS 310 [C-] or BDS 470 [C-] or BOT 470 [C-] or BOT 476 [C-] or BB 485 [C-] or MTH 427 [C-])

BDS 546, NETWORKS IN COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Emphasizes computational and applied mathematical methods for modeling and analyzing biological networks. Covers various network centralities, topological measures, clustering algorithms, probabilistic annotation models and inference methods. Introduces those concepts in the context of protein interaction, gene regulatory, and metabolic networks. Uses graph frameworks, data frames (and related data structures for data science), and programming in Python or R. CROSSLISTED as BDS 546/CS 546.

Equivalent to: CS 546

BDS 570, INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING IN THE LIFE SCIENCES, 3 Credits

Examines the basics of writing a well-organized computer program to perform tasks commonly needed for effective data analysis in the life sciences. Emphasizes reading data from various file formats, parsing relevant text-based information from data, putting information into storage structures, applying basic mathematical functions to data, and writing results to output files. Builds the foundation to apply programming to life science research.

BDS 572, ADVANCED COMPUTING FOR BIOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS, 3 Credits

Examines machine learning or pattern recognition applications in analyses of biological data. Applies supervised learning techniques for recognizing useful patterns in genome-scale datasets, with emphasis on carefully considered scientific interpretation of machine learning model outcomes. Explores Python Scikit-Learn libraries for implementing model-based analyses.

Equivalent to: BDS 572X, BOT 572X

Recommended: BDS 574 and MTH 341

BDS 574, INTRODUCTION TO GENOME BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Explores how genomes underlie and influence biological phenomena, across the diversity of life, from prokaryotic microbes to eukaryotic multicellular organisms. Examines genome organization in the first part of the course: the structure of chromosomes and chromatin; genes and gene families; and mechanisms that remodel genomes, such as mutation, recombination and transposable elements. Summarizes models of genome expression and regulation in the second part of the course: transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulatory mechanisms and genotype-to-phenotype relationships. Illustrates how recent technological advances and genome-wide assays enable investigation of these topics.

Equivalent to: BDS 574X, BOT 574, BOT 574X

BDS 575, COMPARATIVE GENOMICS, 4 Credits

Explores principles of comparative genomics. Examines methods for genome assembly and annotation. Discusses genomic approaches for the study of structural change, whole genome duplication, gene family evolution, gene networks, gene regulation and epigenetics. Lab topics include the analysis of next generation sequencing data and conducting comparative genomic analyses.

Equivalent to: BOT 575, MCB 575

Recommended: BB 314 and (BI 311 or PBG 430) and basic working knowledge of cell and molecular biology and genetics

BDS 577, POPULATION GENOMICS, 3 Credits

Translate fundamental knowledge on genetics and genomics to study evolution and functional genes in populations. Apply skills in computer science to process, analyze, and draw conclusions from microbial populations at the ecosystem level.

Equivalent to: BDS 577X, BOT 577X

Recommended: BDS 570 and BDS 574

BDS 578, FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS, 3 Credits

Introduces conceptual approaches and associated laboratory techniques that rely on genome-scale datasets to investigate the function of, and interactions between, genes as well as their RNA/protein products. Examples include: predicting protein function based on nucleotide and amino acid sequence analysis; large-scale genetic approaches to identifying novel genotype-phenotype associations; and analysis of transcriptomic, proteomic and metabolomic datasets, which measure changes in RNA transcripts, proteins and metabolites, respectively, to explore gene function and cellular/organismal networks. Provides a conceptual framework for understanding how the wide range of available large-scale technologies can be applied to solve biological problems.

Equivalent to: BOT 560, BOT 578

BDS 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 003, UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH, 0 Credits

Engage in research activities appropriate to the discipline; and through the research experience, acquire skills, techniques, and knowledge relevant to the field of study. In consultation with a faculty mentor, engage in research activity, and make and execute a plan for a project.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 004, INTERNSHIP, 0 Credits

Provides basic personal and professional skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, this experience guides students in building and maintaining positive professional relationships, networking/mentoring relationships, and enhances students’ understanding of the connection between theory and practice in their respective disciplines.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 101, *BOTANY: A HUMAN CONCERN, 4 Credits

Introductory botany for non-majors, emphasizing the role of plants in the environment, agriculture and society. Includes molecular approaches to the study of plant function and genetic engineering.

Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science

Equivalent to: BOT 101H

BOT 101H, *BOTANY: A HUMAN CONCERN, 4 Credits

Introductory botany for non-majors, emphasizing the role of plants in the environment, agriculture and society. Includes molecular approaches to the study of plant function and genetic engineering.

Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: BOT 101

BOT 220, +*INTRODUCTION TO PLANT BIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Explores plant diversity from evolutionary perspective of the life cycles of four major groups of plants: Bryophytes, Pteridophytes, Angiosperms and Gymnosperms. Focuses on mechanisms of evolution and cellular mechanisms of growth, development and responses to biotic and abiotic cues.

Attributes: CFSI – Core Ed - Scientific Inquiry & Analysis; CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science

Available via Ecampus

BOT 301, *HUMAN IMPACTS ON ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Examines selected human impacts on ecosystems in depth, including air quality, global climate change, management of agricultural and forest resources, and threats to biological diversity. Discusses the causes, approaches to investigating, and potential solutions for each issue from a scientific and social perspective. Examines the adverse effects on ecosystems that result from each environmental problem. CROSSLISTED as BI 301/BOT 301.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Equivalent to: BI 301

Recommended: One year of college biology or chemistry

BOT 313, PLANT STRUCTURE, 4 Credits

The structural components of vascular plants and how plant structure relates to function, development, environment, evolution, and human use of plants.

Prerequisite: ((BI 212 with D- or better or BI 212H with D- or better) and ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) or (BI 213 with D- or better or BI 213H with D- or better)) ) or ((BI 221 with D- or better or BI 221H with D- or better) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-])) or (BI 205 [D-] and BI 206 [D-])

Recommended: BI 213 or BI 223

Available via Ecampus

BOT 321, PLANT SYSTEMATICS, 4 Credits

Vascular plant classification, diversity, and evolutionary relationships. Emphasizes the collection and identification of ferns, gymnosperms, and flowering plants in Oregon.

Recommended: BI 223

Available via Ecampus

BOT 323, ^FLOWERING PLANTS OF THE WORLD, 3 Credits

Global perspective of plant biodiversity with a focus on evolutionary origins, classification, and evolutionary relationships of the major groups of plants. Development and application of scientific writing and utilization of online information resources in plant evolutionary biology.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Recommended: (BI 221, BI 222, BI 223) or (BI 204, BI 205, BI 206)

Available via Ecampus

BOT 324, *FUNGI IN SOCIETY, 3 Credits

Explores the diverse roles played by fungi in relation to human civilization and the natural environment.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Recommended: One course in biological sciences.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 325, *INTERSECTIONS BETWEEN PLANTS AND HUMANITY, 3 Credits

The unique attributes of plants--including aspects of their biochemistry, growth, structure, and physiology--have influenced all aspects of life on earth, from biogeochemical cycles to the rise and expansion of human civilizations. Plants are sources of medicines, stimulants, hallucinogens, fibers and woods, resins and latex, oils and waxes; plants have inspired technological innovation, exploration, and exploitation of people and the environment. Critically examines the intersections of plants with society and technology by exploring the roles plants have played in both historical and modern contexts.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Recommended: One course in biological sciences and junior standing.

BOT 331, PLANT PHYSIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Survey of physiological processes in plants, including photosynthesis and plant metabolism, mineral nutrition and ion uptake processes, plant cell/water relations, regulation of plant growth and development, and transpiration and translocation.

Prerequisite: ((BI 212 with D- or better or BI 212H with D- or better) and (BI 213 [D-] or BI 213H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-])) or ((BI 205 [D-] and BI 206 [D-]) and (CH 123 [D-] or (CH 233 [D-] and CH 263 [D-]) or (CH 233H [D-] and CH 263H [D-])) )

Recommended: (BI 213 or BI 213H or BI 223 or BI 223H) and (CH 123 or (CH 233 and CH 263))

Available via Ecampus

BOT 332, LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN PLANT BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Emphasizes laboratory experiences in the manipulation and observation of the genomic, cell and molecular processes in plant systems. Analyzes and interprets experimental data generated in plant systems. Focuses on training in basic laboratory skills, including the principles and procedures involved in the use of common items of laboratory instrumentation.

Prerequisite: BB 314 with D- or better or BB 314H with D- or better or BOT 331 with D- or better

Recommended: BI 311 or PBG 430

Available via Ecampus

BOT 341, PLANT ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Study of higher plants in relation to their environment. The relationship of plant physiology and reproduction to environmental factors; competition and other species interactions; the structure, dynamics and analysis of vegetation.

Recommended: BOT 321 and BI 223

Available via Ecampus

BOT 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 406, PROJECTS: CURATORIAL ASSISTANT, 1-6 Credits

This course is repeatable for 6 credits.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 407, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

Equivalent to: BOT 407H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 407H, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: BOT 407

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 408, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 411, LEVERAGING YOUR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING, 1 Credit

Guides students in leveraging their experiential learning activity (ELA), and prior coursework, to lift up their career development. Emphasizes peer-to-peer written and oral communication, peer mentoring, and implementation of career development tools that are directed towards several goals: mapping job, graduate school and career opportunities, reflecting on one's ELA and coursework, matching one's skills and motivations to opportunities, networking, and building a resume, curriculum vitae and cover letter template, and developing effective communication skills. Emphasizes discipline specific literacy and preparation for plant biology-related careers.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 413, FOREST PATHOLOGY, 3 Credits

Analyzes effects of diseases on forest ecosystems. Focuses on recognition of important groups, prediction of pathogen responses to environmental changes, and management strategies for protection of forest resources. CROSSLISTED as BOT 413/FOR 413.

Prerequisite: BI 204 with C or better or BI 212 with C or better or BI 212H with C or better or BI 213 with C or better or BI 213H with C or better or BI 221 with C or better or BI 221H with C or better or FES 240 with C or better

Equivalent to: FOR 413

BOT 416, AQUATIC BOTANY, 4 Credits

Taxonomy and ecology of aquatic vegetation, emphasizing freshwater and marine algae and the submergent vascular plants. Morphology, physiology, and classification of the algae; morphological and physiological adaptations of aquatic vascular plants; and primary production in aquatic ecosystems. Laboratory practice in the identification of local taxa. Field trips.

Recommended: BI 213 or BI 223

BOT 417, PHYCOLOGY, 4 Credits

Introduces micro- and macro-algal biology, reproduction and evolution. Emphasizes how the endosymbiosis theory ties algae together as a functional group. Explores algal diversity through lectures and experiential learning activities (e.g., laboratory, field trips). Develops skills in laboratory methods for isolation, culturing and maintenance of algae for aquaculture and research.

Equivalent to: BOT 417X

Recommended: One year of college-level biology

BOT 425, FLORA OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, 3 Credits

Vascular plant identification, terminology, and diagnostic characteristics of plant families. Lab emphasizes the use of keys for identification to the species level and ability to recognize by sight those plant families found in the Pacific Northwest. Field trips.

Recommended: BOT 321

BOT 440, FIELD METHODS IN PLANT ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Concepts and tools for describing, monitoring, and experimenting on vegetation. Combines Web-based material, field experience at the student's location, and student projects.

Recommended: Course in ecology and a course in statistics.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 445, ADVANCED PLANT ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Examines how the abiotic environment, climate, and positive and negative biotic interactions produce variation in plant distribution, abundance, and diversity. Examines the role of plant diversity in the stability, productivity, succession, and flow of nutrients through ecosystems. Examines evidence for past and current population, community, and ecosystem responses to climate change. Evaluates primary scientific literature on the origin and maintenance of plant diversity in ecological systems.

Prerequisite: BOT 341 with C- or better or BI 370 with C- or better or BI 370H with C- or better or FES 341 with C- or better

BOT 451, PLANT PATHOLOGY, 4 Credits

Examines the causal agents, nature, and dynamics of plant disease. Examines the role of major diseases of economically important plants. Examines the biology of pathogens and the factors influencing disease development. Evaluates methods of disease diagnosis and principles of disease management.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])

Equivalent to: BOT 350

Available via Ecampus

BOT 461, MYCOLOGY, 4 Credits

Broad taxonomic survey of the fungi and their biology. Examines fungal life histories, systematics, ecology, and genetics, as well as ethnomycology. Introduces approaches to mycology in the field, including collection and preparation of specimens.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-]) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-]))

Available via Ecampus

BOT 462, FUNGAL ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Examines how fungi interact with other organisms and their environment. Course topics include but are not limited to: fungal diversity and distribution; fungal community ecology; fungal interactions with plants, insects, and bacteria; decomposition and nutrient cycling.

Prerequisite: BOT 461 with C- or better or BOT 341 with C- or better or BI 370 with C- or better or BI 370H with C- or better or FES 341 with C- or better or HORT 318 with C- or better

Available via Ecampus

BOT 465, LICHENOLOGY, 4 Credits

Biology of lichens; includes structure, life histories, classification, and ecology.

Recommended: (BI 213 or BI 223) and two botany courses

Available via Ecampus

BOT 466, BRYOLOGY, 4 Credits

Biology of bryophytes; includes structure, life histories, classification, and ecology.

Recommended: (BI 213 or BI 223) and two botany courses

BOT 480, PHOTOSYNTHESIS AND PHOTOBIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Explores the diverse use of light in biological systems, with particular emphasis on photosynthesis. Lectures will discuss the nature of light, light in the natural environment, light absorption in biological systems, use of light energy for photosynthesis, communication, defense, motility, and vision, as well as deleterious effects of light and its use for global monitoring satellite systems.

Recommended: One course in plant physiology or ecology

BOT 483X, PRIMARY PRODUCTION IN AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Covers major primary producers in aquatic ecosystems. Explores both the bottom-up (light and nutrients) and top-down (grazing and mortality) controls on primary production. Addresses the ecosystem services provided by aquatic primary producers in supporting food webs and fisheries.

Prerequisite: (BI 211 with C- or better and BI 212 [C-]) or (BI 211H [C-] and BI 212H [C-]) or (BI 211 [C-] and BI 213 [C-]) or (BI 211H [C-] and BI 213H [C-]) or (BI 212 [C-] and BI 213 [C-]) or (BI 212H [C-] and BI 213H [C-]) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-]) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 206 [C-]) or (BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-]) or (BI 221 [C-] and BI 222 [C-]) or (BI 221H [C-] and BI 222H [C-]) or (BI 221 [C-] and BI 223 [C-]) or (BI 221H [C-] and BI 223H [C-]) or (BI 222 [C-] and BI 223 [C-]) or (BI 222H [C-] and BI 223H [C-])

Recommended: BI 370 or BOT 341 or BI 450

BOT 488, ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY OF PLANTS, 3 Credits

Introduces the mechanisms of plant responses to environmental change caused by humans, including atmospheric, nutrient, water, and global climate factors. Concepts are built around principles of plant environment relations.

Recommended: One course in plant physiology or ecology

BOT 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: BOT 499H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 499H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: BOT 499

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

BOT 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 510, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 513, FOREST PATHOLOGY, 3 Credits

Analyzes effects of diseases on forest ecosystems. Focuses on recognition of important groups, prediction of pathogen responses to environmental changes, and management strategies for protection of forest resources. CROSSLISTED as BOT 513/FOR 513.

Equivalent to: FOR 513

Recommended: BI 204 or BI 221 or FES 240

BOT 516, AQUATIC BOTANY, 4 Credits

Taxonomy and ecology of aquatic vegetation, emphasizing freshwater and marine algae and the submergent vascular plants. Morphology, physiology, and classification of the algae; morphological and physiological adaptations of aquatic vascular plants; and primary production in aquatic ecosystems. Laboratory practice in the identification of local taxa. Field trips.

Recommended: BI 213 or BI 223

BOT 517, PHYCOLOGY, 4 Credits

Introduces micro- and macro-algal biology, reproduction and evolution. Emphasizes how the endosymbiosis theory ties algae together as a functional group. Explores algal diversity through lectures and experiential learning activities (e.g., laboratory, field trips). Develops skills in laboratory methods for isolation, culturing and maintenance of algae for aquaculture and research.

Equivalent to: BOT 517X

Recommended: One year of college-level biology

BOT 525, FLORA OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, 3 Credits

Vascular plant identification, terminology, and diagnostic characteristics of plant families. Lab emphasizes the use of keys for identification to the species level and ability to recognize by sight those plant families found in the Pacific Northwest. Field trips.

Recommended: BOT 321

BOT 540, FIELD METHODS IN PLANT ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Concepts and tools for describing, monitoring, and experimenting on vegetation. Combines Web-based material, field experience at the student's location, and student projects.

Recommended: Course in ecology and a course in statistics.

Available via Ecampus

BOT 545, ADVANCED PLANT ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Examines how the abiotic environment, climate, and positive and negative biotic interactions produce variation in plant distribution, abundance, and diversity. Examines the role of plant diversity in the stability, productivity, succession, and flow of nutrients through ecosystems. Examines evidence for past and current population, community, and ecosystem responses to climate change. Evaluates primary scientific literature on the origin and maintenance of plant diversity in ecological systems.

Recommended: One undergraduate plant ecology course

BOT 551, PLANT PATHOLOGY, 4 Credits

Examines the causal agents, nature, and dynamics of plant disease. Examines the role of major diseases of economically important plants. Examines the biology of pathogens and the factors influencing disease development. Evaluates methods of disease diagnosis and principles of disease management.

Equivalent to: BOT 550

BOT 552, PLANT DISEASE MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Analysis of host, pathogen, and environmental factors influencing the increase and spread of plant disease. Epidemiological theory will be used as a basis for developing and evaluating principles and concepts of plant disease management.

Recommended: BOT 451 or BOT 551

BOT 553, PLANT DISEASE DIAGNOSIS, 3 Credits

Diagnosis of plant diseases and identification of causal agents. Laboratory practice in identification techniques. Observation of symptoms exhibited by diseased plants in greenhouse and field locations. Field trips.

Recommended: BOT 451 or BOT 551

BOT 554, MOLECULAR BASIS OF PLANT-PATHOGEN INTERACTIONS, 3 Credits

Explores the molecular, biochemical, and cellular level processes that mediate interactions between plants and pathogens, with an emphasis on the plant host responses to pathogens. Course topics include but are not limited to: recognition and signaling, gene expression and metabolic changes during interactions, resistance mechanisms (host and non-host), pathogen effectors, influence of abiotic stress on plant-pathogen interactions.

Recommended: (BOT 451 or BOT 551) and (BB 314 or BB 331 or BB 350)

BOT 555, ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION OF INFECTIOUS PLANT DISEASES, 3 Credits

Examines how plant pathogens evolve and spread, and how their interactions with plants shape their evolution. Course topics include but are not limited to: spatial and temporal dynamics of plant pathogens, microbial genome evolution, comparative and population genomics, phylogenetics, horizontal gene transfer, genomic epidemiology.

Recommended: BOT 451 or BOT 551

BOT 561, MYCOLOGY, 4 Credits

Broad taxonomic survey of the fungi and their biology. Examines fungal life histories, systematics, ecology, and genetics, as well as ethnomycology. Introduces approaches to mycology in the field, including collection and preparation of specimens.

BOT 562, FUNGAL ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Examines how fungi interact with other organisms and their environment. Course topics include but are not limited to: fungal diversity and distribution; fungal community ecology; fungal interactions with plants, insects, and bacteria; decomposition and nutrient cycling.

BOT 565, LICHENOLOGY, 4 Credits

Biology of lichens; includes structure, life histories, classification, and ecology.

Recommended: (BI 213 or BI 223) and two botany courses

BOT 566, BRYOLOGY, 4 Credits

Biology of bryophytes; includes structure, life histories, classification, and ecology.

Recommended: (BI 213 or BI 223) and two botany courses

BOT 570, COMMUNITY STRUCTURE AND ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

Quantitative methods for the analysis of biotic communities, including community concepts, estimation of community composition parameters, theoretical aspects of multivariate methods of analyzing species-importance data, and overview of multivariate tools; hands-on computer analysis of data sets.

Recommended: BI 370 and (ST 412 or ST 512) and calculus

BOT 580, PHOTOSYNTHESIS AND PHOTOBIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Explores the diverse use of light in biological systems, with particular emphasis on photosynthesis. Lectures will discuss the nature of light, light in the natural environment, light absorption in biological systems, use of light energy for photosynthesis, communication, defense, motility, and vision, as well as deleterious effects of light and its use for global monitoring satellite systems.

Recommended: One course in plant physiology or ecology

BOT 583X, PRIMARY PRODUCTION IN AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Covers major primary producers in aquatic ecosystems. Explores both the bottom-up (light and nutrients) and top-down (grazing and mortality) controls on primary production. Addresses the ecosystem services provided by aquatic primary producers in supporting food webs and fisheries.

BOT 588, ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY OF PLANTS, 3 Credits

Introduces the mechanisms of plant responses to environmental change caused by humans, including atmospheric, nutrient, water, and global climate factors. Concepts are built around principles of plant environment relations.

Recommended: One course in plant physiology or ecology

BOT 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

BOT 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 607, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 608, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BOT 692, SELECTED TOPICS: PLANT PATHOLOGY, 1-3 Credits

Selected topics concerning plant pathogens and plant disease processes, emphasizing current literature and theory. Topics vary from year to year.

Equivalent to: MCB 692

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

Recommended: BOT 550

BOT 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BRR 100, GREAT EXPERIMENTS IN BIORESOURCE SCIENCES, 2 Credits

For students interested in BRR and undergraduate research, to introduce the research process and help them start defining research interests and project areas. Faculty describe research projects and experimental approaches, and pose interesting political and ethical questions related to scientific research. Students work with junior and senior student mentors already involved in research projects.

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

BRR 200, SCIENCE AND RESEARCH, 2 Credits

An introduction to science concepts, professional skills and science literacy for organizing, planning, designing and conducting research in biological, agricultural and natural resource science. Learn the process of research, prepare a resume for prospective research mentors, and work in teams to analyze a timely and relevant problem, formulate experimental approaches to address it, and write a research proposal.

BRR 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BRR 325, ENERGY TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL CHANGE, 3 Credits

Science and technology co-evolve with a prosperous human society. Discusses key issues surrounding the interaction between social changes and energy technologies.

Recommended: One term physical science with lab.

BRR 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

This course is repeatable for 6 credits.

BRR 401, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

Undergraduate mentored research. Students select a faculty research mentor (from 7 OSU colleges) and complete 14 credits of research. Students follow established guidelines to prepare project proposals, progress reports, and a thesis; learn research methods applicable to their chosen field; gain professional skills and contacts. Students are evaluated on their ability to develop and complete a research project proposal, learn and develop research methodologies, conduct research and trouble-shooting procedures, and demonstrate responsible and ethical participation in the research project. Offered all terms.

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

BRR 403, ^THESIS, 4 Credits

BRR students independently interpret and present their research in writing. Students write the thesis in a style appropriate for submission to a peer-reviewed journal in their chosen scientific discipline. Students receive a letter grade based on their final thesis. Timeliness of reports is factored in student assessments. The student's faculty mentor and the BRR Director provide a consensus grade when the thesis is completed.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BRR 404, WRITING AND CONFERENCE, 1-3 Credits

Thesis writing for Bioenergy minor and other students.

This course is repeatable for 3 credits.

BRR 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BRR 406, PROJECTS-DATA PRESENTATIONS, 1 Credit

For any student doing research, to learn to develop and evaluate poster and slide presentations containing scientific data. Students are exposed to a variety of scientific disciplines as they prepare and critique their own and other students' posters and oral presentations. Students improve written and oral communication skills. Letter grade is based on participation, improvement, and the quality of a final poster project and oral presentation. Offered winter term. CROSSLISTED as BRR 406/HORT 406.

Equivalent to: HORT 406

BRR 407, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

For BRR students, to encourage excellence in public speaking. Exposes students to a variety of current seminar topics and provides them with the opportunity to evaluate components of good public seminars. Students receive a grade only after completing a public seminar on their own research (final research seminar). Offered spring term.

BRR 409, PRACTICUM: TEACHING AND PEER MENTORING, 2-4 Credits

Upper-division BRR students are grouped with lower-division students in BRR 100 to facilitate discussion and encourage dialogue about current research topics. Juniors and seniors Juniors and seniors continue to learn new ways to teach and communicate science issues in written and verbal formats.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BRR 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-12 Credits

Supervised internship allowing students to gain off-campus work experience for credit. Under direction and approval of the program director, students will submit a statement of intent, identify employer contact, and provide a written report upon completion.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

BRR 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 2 Credits

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

CROP 101, INTRODUCTION TO CROP, SOIL, AND INSECT SCIENCE, 1 Credit

Introduces students with interests in crop, soil, and insect sciences to educational and professional opportunities in these disciplines. Speakers will discuss opportunities in research and academia as well as in the applied professional job market. CROSSLISTED as CROP 101/ENT 101/SOIL 101.

Equivalent to: ENT 101, HORT 101, SOIL 101

Available via Ecampus

CROP 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 200, CROP ECOLOGY AND MORPHOLOGY, 3 Credits

An introduction to the concepts and principles of crop ecology and morphology and a foundation for other crop science courses. Examines the dynamics and function of crop communities, and the biotic and environmental interactions that influence productivity. Fundamentals of the developmental morphology of crop seeds, seedlings, and plants. Morphological features of seeds and plants in relation to the identification of crop families and species of economic importance.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 280, INTRODUCTION TO THE COMPLEXITY OF OREGON CROPPING SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

An introduction to field cropping systems of western Oregon. Provides students with a broad overview of the complexity of cropping systems and the knowledge required to grow and produce a crop--plant physiology, seed biology, plant pathology, soil fertility, entomology, and weed science. Students will observe a crop under different management strategies to enhance understanding of management approaches.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 300, CROP PRODUCTION IN PACIFIC NORTHWEST AGROECOSYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Relation of crop production to human culture and the natural environment. Origins of agriculture and the processes of agricultural change, and productivity and sustainability of specific crop production systems in the Pacific Northwest. History, geography, resource requirements, and key challenges faced are presented. Fundamental crop production practices in relation to productivity and sustainability. CROSSLISTED as CROP 300/HORT 300.

Equivalent to: HORT 300

Recommended: One year of general biology

Available via Ecampus

CROP 310, FORAGE PRODUCTION, 4 Credits

Importance of, and current production practices for, forage crops.

Recommended: (CROP 300 or HORT 300) and (CSS 205 or SOIL 205)

Available via Ecampus

CROP 325, ^AG AND ENVIRONMENTAL PREDICAMENTS: A CASE STUDY APPROACH, 3 Credits

Analyze controversial agricultural and environmental issues, synthesize information from diverse sources, and apply scientific knowledge to recommend specific courses of action to solve real world problems. Develop oral and written communication skills through individual and group work. CROSSLISTED as CROP 325/SOIL 325/SUS 325.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Equivalent to: SOIL 325, SUS 325

CROP 330, *WORLD FOOD CROPS, 3 Credits

Origin, production, utilization, and improvement of the world's major food crops. The role of crop production in global economic and social development; food security and worldwide nutritional requirements.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Recommended: CROP 200

Available via Ecampus

CROP 340, *PENS AND PLOWS: WRITINGS OF WORKING THE LAND, 3 Credits

A survey of literature from ancient Greece to the twentieth century focusing on the significance of agricultural life and/or the natural world. Students read and discuss writings considered critical in the development of Western culture and receive input on the literary significance and the accuracy of agriculture presented within the readings.

Attributes: CPWC – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Western Culture

CROP 355, ORGANIC CERTIFICATION, 3 Credits

Learn about the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) standards relating to certified operations, inspection, certification processes, and labeling. Focus on the crops, processing, and livestock aspects of organic certification for farms and food manufacturing operations.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CROP 405H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 405H, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: CROP 405

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 407, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

Equivalent to: CSS 407, HORT 407, SOIL 407

Available via Ecampus

CROP 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 414, PRECISION AGRICULTURE, 4 Credits

Provides insight into the technology available to support precision agriculture and data management planning applications. Examines the concepts and applications of precision agriculture to teach practical use of hardware, equipment and software. An overview of current technology including autonomous vehicles, GPS, soil and crop proximal sensors, imagery and mapping, variable rate control systems, and yield monitors. CROSSLISTED as CROP 414/HORT 414.

Equivalent to: HORT 414

Available via Ecampus

CROP 420, SEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, 3 Credits

Seed formation and factors affecting their development and maturation. Seed structure and chemical composition. Physiological and biochemical aspects of seed germination, dormancy, deterioration and storability. The concept of seed quality, its importance in agriculture, its attributes and impact on field performance. Methods of measuring seed quality of conventional and genetically modified seeds.

Recommended: Biology, plant anatomy and/or physiology courses

Available via Ecampus

CROP 430, ORGANIC SOIL AND CROP MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Explores organic soil and crop management, organic soil system management, soil microbiology under organic systems, cropping systems, organic cereal production systems, organic forage production system, organic horticultural systems management, organic field and horticulture cropping systems. CROSSLISTED as CROP 430/SOIL 430.

Equivalent to: SOIL 430

Recommended: AGRI 420, CROP 200, SOIL 205 or introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

CROP 433, SYSTEMATICS AND ADAPTATION OF VEGETABLE CROPS, 4 Credits

Covers the botanical and taxonomic relationships, breeding systems and adaptation of vegetable crops. Fresh material is used to illustrate varietal differences and traits of importance. CROSSLISTED as CROP 433/HORT 433.

Prerequisite: BI 102 with D- or better or BI 213 with D- or better or BI 213H with D- or better or BI 223 with D- or better or BI 223H with D- or better or BI 311 with D- or better or BI 311H with D- or better or HORT 430 with D- or better or CSS 430 with D- or better or PBG 430 with D- or better or HORT 450 with D- or better or CSS 450 with D- or better or PBG 450 with D- or better

Equivalent to: HORT 433

CROP 440, WEED MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Principles of weed control by cultural, biological, and chemical means; weed identification; introduction to herbicides and factors influencing their use.

Recommended: One year biological science and one course in organic chemistry.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 448, LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION ON PASTURE, 4 Credits

Focuses on grazing management in cultivated pastures in Oregon and other regions with similar agro-ecological conditions. Become familiar with the basic principles of pasture production, grazing management and feed planning and management in large and small ruminant production systems. Provides information on the underlying factors affecting pasture and animal production and product quality in pasture-based production systems. CROSSLISTED as ANS 448/CROP 448/RNG 448.

Equivalent to: ANS 448, RNG 448

CROP 460, SEED PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

An introduction to principles and practices of seed-based genetic delivery systems. Fundamentals of seed crop biology, cultivar maintenance and production methods are stressed. Concepts are illustrated using Pacific Northwest seed crops.

Recommended: CROP 200

Available via Ecampus

CROP 463, SEED BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Information about reproductive development of plants such as pollination and fertilization, which is important for the initiation of seed formation, will be provided. Embryo and endosperm development as well as accumulation of seed storage materials, which are major events during seed development, will be covered, as well as the dormancy and germination mechanisms in mature seeds. CROSSLISTED as CROP 463/HORT 463.

Equivalent to: HORT 463

CROP 475, PRINCIPLES OF CANNABACEAE PRODUCTION: HEMP AND HOPS, 3 Credits

Explores hemp and hops history, products, utilization, phytochemistry, organic and conventional production systems, including rotation, fertilization, weed and pest control, multiple utilization streams, harvesting, postharvest operations.

Prerequisite: AGRI 420 with C or better or CROP 430 with C or better or CSS 205 with C or better or CSS 305 with C or better or CSS 315 with C or better or HORT 316 with C or better or HORT 421 with C or better or SOIL 205 with C or better or SOIL 205H with C or better or SOIL 430 with C or better or WSE 266 with C or better

Equivalent to: CROP 475X

CROP 480, CASE STUDIES IN CROPPING SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Analyzes decision cases involving the production of field and horticultural crops; individual and group activities; discussion of the decision-making process. CROSSLISTED as CROP 480/HORT 480.

Equivalent to: HORT 480

Recommended: CROP 300/HORT 300 or HORT 301; prior knowledge of plant physiology, soils, entomology, weed science, plant pathology, and plant nutrition

Available via Ecampus

CROP 499, SPECIAL TOPICS IN CROP SCIENCE AND SOIL SCIENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CROP 499H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 499H, SPECIAL TOPICS IN CROP SCIENCE AND SOIL SCIENCE, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: CROP 499

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

CROP 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 506, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 507, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

CROP 509, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-3 Credits

Developing skills and competence in teaching under staff supervision; organization and presentation of instructional material by assisting in laboratory, recitation, and lectures. CROSSLISTED as CROP 509/ENT 509/PBG 509/SOIL 509.

Equivalent to: CSS 509, ENT 509, PBG 509, SOIL 509

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

CROP 514, PRECISION AGRICULTURE, 4 Credits

Provides insight into the technology available to support precision agriculture and data management planning applications. Examines the concepts and applications of precision agriculture to teach practical use of hardware, equipment and software. An overview of current technology including autonomous vehicles, GPS, soil and crop proximal sensors, imagery and mapping, variable rate control systems, and yield monitors.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 520, SEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, 3 Credits

Seed formation and factors affecting their development and maturation. Seed structure and chemical composition. Physiological and biochemical aspects of seed germination, dormancy, deterioration and storability. The concept of seed quality, its importance in agriculture, its attributes and impact on field performance. Methods of measuring seed quality of conventional and genetically modified seeds.

Recommended: Biology, plant anatomy and/or physiology courses

Available via Ecampus

CROP 530, ORGANIC SOIL AND CROP MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Explores organic soil and crop management, organic soil system management, soil microbiology under organic systems, cropping systems, organic cereal production systems, organic forage production system, organic horticultural systems management, organic field and horticulture cropping systems. CROSSLISTED as CROP 530/SOIL 530.

Equivalent to: SOIL 530

Recommended: AGRI 520, SOIL 525 or introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

CROP 533, SYSTEMATICS AND ADAPTATION OF VEGETABLE CROPS, 4 Credits

Covers the botanical and taxonomic relationships, breeding systems and adaptation of vegetable crops. Fresh material is used to illustrate varietal differences and traits of importance. CROP 533/HORT 533.

Equivalent to: HORT 533

Recommended: BI 102 or BI 213 or BI 223 or BI 311 or HORT 430 or CSS 430 or PBG 430 or HORT 450 or CSS 450 or PBG 450

CROP 540, WEED MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Principles of weed control by cultural, biological, and chemical means; weed identification; introduction to herbicides and factors influencing their use.

Recommended: One year biological science and one course in organic chemistry.

Available via Ecampus

CROP 560, SEED PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

An introduction to principles and practices of seed-based genetic delivery systems. Fundamentals of seed crop biology, cultivar maintenance and production methods are stressed. Concepts are illustrated using Pacific Northwest seed crops.

Recommended: CROP 200

Available via Ecampus

CROP 563, SEED BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Information about reproductive development of plants such as pollination and fertilization, which is important for the initiation of seed formation, will be provided. Embryo and endosperm development as well as accumulation of seed storage materials, which are major events during seed development, will be covered, as well as the dormancy and germination mechanisms in mature seeds. CROSSLISTED as CROP 563/HORT 563.

Equivalent to: HORT 563

CROP 575, PRINCIPLES OF CANNABACEAE PRODUCTION: HEMP AND HOPS, 3 Credits

Explores hemp and hops history, products, utilization, phytochemistry, organic and conventional production systems, including rotation, fertilization, weed and pest control, multiple utilization streams, harvesting, postharvest operations.

Prerequisite: AGRI 520 with C or better or CROP 530 with C or better or HORT 521 with C or better or SOIL 525 with C or better or SOIL 530 with C or better

Equivalent to: CROP 575X

CROP 580, CASE STUDIES IN CROPPING SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Analyzes decision cases involving the production of field and horticultural crops; individual and group activities; discussion of the decision-making process. CROSSLISTED as CROP 580/HORT 580.

Equivalent to: HORT 580

Available via Ecampus

CROP 590, EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN IN AGRICULTURE, 4 Credits

Field layout, analysis, and interpretation of basic experimental designs used in agronomy and plant breeding and including field plot techniques such as optimum plot size and shape, factorial arrangement, replication, sub-sampling, randomization, and blocking.

Recommended: ST 351

Available via Ecampus

CROP 599, SPECIAL TOPICS IN CROP SCIENCE AND SOIL SCIENCE, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 601

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 603

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

CROP 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 605

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 606, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 606

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 607, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

Equivalent to: CSS 607

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

CROP 608, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 608

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CROP 609, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-3 Credits

Developing skills and competence in teaching under staff supervision; organization and presentation of instructional material by assisting in laboratory, recitation, and lectures.

Equivalent to: ENT 609, PBG 609, SOIL 609

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

CROP 699, SPECIAL TOPICS IN CROP SCIENCE AND SOIL SCIENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 699

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

CSS 205, *SOIL SCIENCE, 4 Credits

Introduction to the chemical, physical and biological nature of soils. Examines the functions of soil as a medium for plant growth, a recycling system for nutrients and wastes, a modifier of atmospheric chemistry, a habitat for soil organisms, a system for water purification, and an engineering medium. Field and laboratory projects provide an understanding of fundamental soil science principles and the impact of human activities on soil quality and sustainability.

Attributes: CPPS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Physical Science

Equivalent to: CSS 305, SOIL 205, SOIL 205H

Available via Ecampus

ENT 101, INTRODUCTION TO CROP, SOIL, AND INSECT SCIENCE, 1 Credit

Introduces students with interests in crop, soil, and insect sciences to educational and professional opportunities in these disciplines. Speakers will discuss opportunities in research and academia as well as in the applied professional job market. CROSSLISTED as CROP 101/ENT 101/SOIL 101.

Equivalent to: CROP 101, HORT 101, SOIL 101

Available via Ecampus

ENT 300, *PESTS, PLAGUES AND POLITICS, 3 Credits

Explores the interaction between humans and insects over the course of history up to the modern era. Examines the interaction of entomology with other aspects of society including agriculture, natural resources, engineering, public health, humanities, business, and geopolitics. Explores how entomology has been inextricably linked with, and contributes to, technological advancements by human society. Develops the ability to analyze relationships among science, technology, and society and to articulate critical perspectives on how those relationships have shaped human society. CROSSLISTED as ENT 300/HORT 330.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Equivalent to: HORT 330

Recommended: Critical thinking, synthesis, and writing skills

Available via Ecampus

ENT 311, INTRODUCTION TO INSECT PEST MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Identification, biology and management of injurious and beneficial insects. Concurrent laboratory is designed to provide hands-on experience with identification of insect groups of relevance to agricultural cropping systems.

Recommended: Entomology course work or one year college biology.

Available via Ecampus

ENT 322, HONEY BEE BIOLOGY AND BEEKEEPING, 3 Credits

In this introduction to the fascinating honey bee and its biology, honey bees are used as model organisms to illustrate general principles of biology, entomology, and sociobiology. Students will learn the basics of beekeeping, have an opportunity to manipulate honey bee colonies, and gain hands-on experience, prevailing winter weather permitting.

Available via Ecampus

ENT 331, *POLLINATORS IN PERIL, 3 Credits

Pollinators, human influences on pollination systems, and the potential consequences of pollinator decline. An introduction to the skills needed to investigate media reports and multidisciplinary scientific research. Effects of pesticides, habitat fragmentation, climate change, invasive species, pests, pathogens, and other threats to pollinators in critical natural and agricultural systems around the world. CROSSLISTED as ENT 331/HORT 331.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Equivalent to: HORT 331

Recommended: Completion of a Baccalaureate Core biological science course

Available via Ecampus

ENT 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

Work on approved problems carried on in the library, laboratory or field.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Reading and discussions on special topics.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 407, SEMINAR, 1-2 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 440, ISSUES IN INSECT TOXICOLOGY, 3 Credits

Introduction to concepts and mechanisms associated with molecular toxicology as it relates to insects, including interactions with naturally occurring and synthetic compounds. Overview of current research in insect toxicology including resistance to pesticides, protection of non-target species, and use of insects as model organisms. Discussion of laboratory and field approaches and potential strategies to address issues in insect toxicology.

Recommended: Background in basic chemistry and biology

Available via Ecampus

ENT 444, INSECT AGROECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Agroecology incorporates ecological concepts and principles to the design and management of sustainable agricultural systems. Topics include: the role of insects in sustainable agricultural systems; application of the principles of insect ecology to better manage insect pests and maximize crop yield; conserving beneficial insects and other natural resources in agroecosystems and the surrounding landscape. CROSSLISTED as ENT 444/HORT 444.

Equivalent to: HORT 444

Recommended: General background or previous course work in entomology.

ENT 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-6 Credits

This course is repeatable for 6 credits.

Available via Ecampus

ENT 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

Work on approved problems carried on in the library, laboratory or field.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

ENT 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Reading and discussions on special topics.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 507, SEMINAR, 1-2 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 509, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-3 Credits

Developing skills and competence in teaching under staff supervision; organization and presentation of instructional material by assisting in laboratory, recitation, and lectures. CROSSLISTED as CROP 509/ENT 509/PBG 509/SOIL 509.

Equivalent to: CROP 509, PBG 509, SOIL 509

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

ENT 510, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 518, CURRENT TOPICS IN ENTOMOLOGY, 2 Credits

Provides an advanced understanding of entomology and its relationship to other disciplines through critical analysis of the scientific literature. Practice synthesizing information and presenting findings to peers. Instructors, topics, and specific learning objectives vary from term to term. CROSSLISTED as ENT 518/HORT 518.

Equivalent to: HORT 518

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

ENT 523, ORGANIC BEEKEEPING AND HONEY PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

In this introduction to the fascinating honey bee and its biology, honey bees are used as model organisms to illustrate general principles of biology, entomology, and sociobiology. Learn the basics of beekeeping, organic beekeeping and honey production. Examine the culture and certification of organic and conventional systems of honey production.

Available via Ecampus

ENT 540, ISSUES IN INSECT TOXICOLOGY, 3 Credits

Introduction to concepts and mechanisms associated with molecular toxicology as it relates to insects, including interactions with naturally occurring and synthetic compounds. Overview of current research in insect toxicology including resistance to pesticides, protection of non-target species, and use of insects as model organisms. Discussion of laboratory and field approaches and potential strategies to address issues in insect toxicology.

Recommended: Background in basic chemistry and biology

Available via Ecampus

ENT 542, PRINCIPLES OF INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT: SYSTEMS DESIGN, 4 Credits

Principles of integrated pest management design focusing on the use of systems analysis as a means to integrate management tactics, environmental and biological monitoring, pest control models, and implementation elements into a cohesive whole. Introduction to integrated pest management on websites. Students will design a hypothetical crop-pest management system.

Recommended: ENT 311

ENT 544, INSECT AGROECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Agroecology incorporates ecological concepts and principles to the design and management of sustainable agricultural systems. Topics include: the role of insects in sustainable agricultural systems; application of the principles of insect ecology to better manage insect pests and maximize crop yield; conserving beneficial insects and other natural resources in agroecosystems and the surrounding landscape. CROSSLISTED as ENT 544/HORT 544.

Equivalent to: HORT 544

Recommended: General background or previous course work in entomology.

ENT 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Important topics of current interest in the areas of systematics, insect physiology and toxicology, ecology and behavior, and pest management. Course content and title will change with each offering.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

ENT 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

ENT 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 607, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

ENT 609, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-3 Credits

Developing skills and competence in teaching under staff supervision; organization and presentation of instructional material by assisting in laboratory, recitation, and lectures.

Equivalent to: CROP 609, PBG 609, SOIL 609

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

ENT 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Important topics of current interest in the areas of systematics, insect physiology and toxicology, ecology and behavior, and pest management. Course content and title will change with each offering.

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 101, FOOD SCIENCE ORIENTATION, 1 Credit

For food science majors. Orientation and academic guidance toward career planning in food science and technology.

FST 199, SPECIAL STUDIES, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 212, DAIRY PROCESSING, 2 Credits

Methods of processing and preserving milk and milk products and related unit operations.

Recommended: CH 123 or CH 233

FST 213, DAIRY PROCESSING LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Laboratory and field work to accompany FST 212. Field trip required.

Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in FST 212

FST 214, FOOD PRESERVATION BASICS, 3 Credits

Explores diverse food preservation techniques (freezing, thermal processing, fermentation, and reduced water activity) and explains how each approach controls foodborne hazards. Performs and reports on food preservation techniques using their own experiences. Critically evaluates recipes/instructions to determine potential risk and suggest modifications to eliminate risk. Categorizes the risk of incorrectly following validated food preservation methods.

FST 251, INTRODUCTION TO WINES, BEERS, AND SPIRITS, 3 Credits

A descriptive introduction to the history, science, sensory, economics, and societal aspects of alcoholic beverages.

Recommended: High school biology and chemistry

Available via Ecampus

FST 260, *FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN WESTERN CULTURE, 3 Credits

Exploring the sciences and technologies of food processing and preservation within the context of their historical, current, and possible future influences on what we eat, the structure of our society, and our day-to-day lives.

Attributes: CPWC – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Western Culture

Available via Ecampus

FST 265, HALAL FOOD PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

Introduces the basic principles and various aspects involved in halal food production. Covers halal production requirements for different foods. Describes the kosher and halal laws as they apply in the food industry. Explains the Muslim demography and global halal trade and economy. Describes all permitted and non-permitted ingredients and additives in halal food processing. Elaborates on the procedures of halal food certification and food safety guidelines. Compares halal food with kosher and vegetarian.

FST 273, *WINE IN THE WESTERN WORLD, 3 Credits

A study of wine throughout history, from its accidental discovery and refinement through today, with a focus on the profound role wine plays in agriculture, social rituals, human health, economics, and the ambivalent pursuit of pleasure.

Attributes: CPWC – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Western Culture

Available via Ecampus

FST 280, FOOD AND BEVERAGE FERMENTATION, 2 Credits

Investigates different types of fermentation processes, related techniques, and products. Engages in laboratory activities on cider fermentation and sensory evaluation.

Prerequisite: (CH 231 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or CH 231H (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better) and (CH 261 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] or CH 261H (may be taken concurrently) [C-])

FST 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-4 Credits

FST 315, PILOT PLANT EXPERIENCES, 2 Credits

Students will be working in one of the FST pilot plants (dairy, vegetables/fruit, brewing, wine making, distilling) and will be assisting with the manufacturing of foods or beverages. Students must have available blocks of time in their schedules to contribute significantly to a production run. Production schedules for each pilot plant will be determined in advance of registration for each term. Not all pilot plants will be available each term.

FST 327, INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE FOOD PROCESSING, 3 Credits

Examines principles and assessment of sustainable food processing. Develops concepts of sustainable food processing technologies and food manufacture operations. Explores sustainable processing of various food commodities and products.

Prerequisite: FST 210 with D or better or FST 212 with D or better or FST 280 with D or better

FST 350, FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT: A PRACTICAL GUIDE, 3 Credits

Focuses on holistic food safety management for preparation in working in the food processing and food service industries. Introduces microbiological, chemical, and physical hazards related to food production and mitigation strategies for their control. Introduces management strategies and tools to support the implementation and ongoing management of these programs. Discusses importance and strategies for fostering a food safety culture.

Recommended: Microbiology and statistical background

FST 360, FOOD SAFETY AND SANITATION, 3 Credits

Principles, practices, and regulations governing and ensuring the microbiological safety of our food supply through risk assessment, surveillance, and intervention.

Prerequisite: (BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better or BI 212 with D- or better or BI 212H with D- or better or BI 213 with D- or better or BI 213H with D- or better or BI 221 with D- or better or BI 221H with D- or better or BI 222 with D- or better or BI 222H with D- or better or BI 223 with D- or better or BI 223H with D- or better) and (CH 121 [D-] or CH 221 [D-] or CH 221H [D-] or CH 231 [D-] or CH 231H [D-])

FST 370, INDUSTRY PREPARATION/HACCP, 3 Credits

Assists students in preparation for internships and employment in the food industry by introducing compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP, and audits.

Recommended: One year of chemistry and one year of biology.

FST 375, FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE, 3 Credits

Focuses on the total quality management for the food industry. Describes the role of quality assurance and quality control personnel as important functions within the food processing organizations. Establishes and assesses a food safety and quality system within a food processing organization based on the total quality management principles and risk-based thinking concept. Explains statistical process control tools and laboratory control concepts for food processing.

Recommended: FST 370

Available via Ecampus

FST 385, ^COMMUNICATING FOOD AND FERMENTATION SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Guides students in the investigation and critical evaluation of literature on a topic of current interest in food or fermentation science, and the development of their ability to write concisely and with precision about technical subject matter in this discipline.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: FST 360 with D- or better and (WR 121 [C-] or WR 121H [C-] or WR 121Z [C-] or WR 121HZ [C-]) and (MB 302 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] or MB 302H (may be taken concurrently) [D-])

Recommended: Completion of Bacc Core Writing II requirement

FST 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 0-16 Credits

Equivalent to: FST 399H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 399H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: FST 399

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 407, SENIOR SEMINAR, 1 Credit

FST 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 420, SENSORY EVALUATION OF FOOD, 3 Credits

Covers sensory techniques used in the evaluation of the taste, smell, texture, and appearance of foods as well as the evaluation of consumer acceptance. Examines methods for measuring sensory qualities, underlying psychological principles, and statistical methods for analyzing data.

Prerequisite: (ST 351 with C- or better or ST 411 with C- or better) and (ST 352 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] or ST 412 (may be taken concurrently) [D-])

Recommended: Familiarity with z-test, t-test, ANOVA, and post-hoc tests

FST 421, FOOD LAW, 3 Credits

Concepts, statutes, regulations, and agencies controlling the production, processing, and distribution and promotion of food.

FST 422, FOOD CHEMISTRY FUNDAMENTALS, 4 Credits

An integrated course applying theories of molecular reactivity to model food systems. Lectures focus on the molecular bases of chemical phenomena that dictate the behavior of foods. Laboratories and recitations provide opportunities for students to observe, manipulate, and explore model food systems. Emphasis on major food components (water, lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates) and their behavior under conditions of particular relevance to food processing.

Prerequisite: (BB 350 with D- or better or BB 450 with D- or better or BB 450H with D- or better) and (CH 332 [C-] or CH 336 [C-]) and (MTH 228 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] or MTH 252 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] or MTH 252H (may be taken concurrently) [D-])

FST 423, FOOD ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

An integrated laboratory/lecture course covering methods used for the quantitative analysis of the chemical composition of foods and agricultural products.

Recommended: CH 324 and CH 337 and BB 350

FST 425, FOOD SYSTEMS CHEMISTRY, 4 Credits

The chemistry of food components in real-world food systems. Focused on water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and food polymers, their interactions, and the effects of food processing and storage. Integrates writing as a learning tool and means of professional communication.

Prerequisite: FST 422 with D- or better

FST 428, SENSORY EVALUATION OF FOOD LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Emphasizes sensory techniques used in the evaluation of the taste, smell, texture, and appearance of foods as well as the evaluation of consumer acceptance. This includes methods for measuring sensory qualities, statistical methods for analyzing data, and proper interpretation of these results. Focuses on sample presentation, dealing with panelists, data recording, data analysis, interpretation of results, and report writing.

Prerequisite: FST 420 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

FST 430, FOOD PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits

Provides technical background and hand-on experience in food product development and food innovation.

Recommended: Junior or senior standing

FST 437, CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF DISTILLED SPIRITS, 3 Credits

The underlying science of the production of the distilled spirits will be discussed systematically. The course will cover the requirements for water, the major raw materials (eg. cereals, fruits, agave, syrups, and woods for maturation) and the conversion of these into fermentable extract. The scientific principles of fermentation will be explored, in the context of both ethanol and secondary metabolite production. Distillation will be considered, in terms of the physics and chemistry of liquid-liquid separations, before discussing post-fermentation options such as blending, maturation and product finishing.

Prerequisite: FST 251 with C- or better and BB 350 (may be taken concurrently) [D-]

FST 439, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF DISTILLED SPIRITS, 2 Credits

Compares and contrasts different approaches to the manufacture of distilled spirits by using some of the major spirit categories as examples. Discusses the management of a distilled spirits production plant in terms of legislative, safety and process/ product quality before explicit consideration of the requirements for establishing a distilled spirits production plant. Provides students with a broad understanding of the distilled spirits sector.

Prerequisite: FST 437 with D- or better

FST 440, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF DISTILLED SPIRITS LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Building on the corequisite lecture course, the laboratory sessions focus on the essential analyses required in most if not all distillery operations and the production of final spirit products as examples of different spirit sectors. Provides students with a broad understanding of the distilled spirits sector and complements the lecture-based classes.

Corequisites: FST 439

FST 455, FOOD AND CLIMATE CHANGE, 3 Credits

Focus on traditional regional recipes, explore and document how global change has affected food production and demand until today and how projected climate change will affect it in the future by analyzing the ingredient lists. Focus on one recipe/ingredient, find maps of past/current crop ranges, document changes, establish the carbon footprint, and identify possible replacement ingredients projecting future culinary solutions.

Equivalent to: FST 455X

Available via Ecampus

FST 460, CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF BEER, 3 Credits

Explores the chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology and engineering of malting and brewing operations for the production of beer, including the compositional analysis of barley, malt, hops, water, and beer and their effects on beer quality.

Prerequisite: (BI 205 with C- or better or BI 221 with C- or better or BI 221H with C- or better) and CH 331 [C-] and CH 332 [C-]

Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in (BEE 472 or FST 472), MB 302, and BB 350 or BB 450

Available via Ecampus

FST 463, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF BEER, 2 Credits

Examines the chemical, microbiological, physical, and sensory analyses for assessing beer quality.

Prerequisite: FST 460 with C- or better and (MB 302 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] or MB 302H (may be taken concurrently) [C-])

Available via Ecampus

FST 464, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF BEER LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Focuses on hands-on instruction of brewery operations and analytical techniques for producing and assessing beer.

Prerequisite: FST 460 with D- or better and (MB 302 [D-] or MB 302H [D-]) and (MB 303 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] or MB 303H (may be taken concurrently) [D-])

Corequisites: FST 463

FST 466, CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF WINE, 3 Credits

Explores principles of wine production technology from grape berry development through bottling, covering the microbiology and chemistry and biochemistry of fermentation, aging and production practices of red and white table wines as well as sparkling and dessert wines.

Prerequisite: MB 302 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better or MB 302H (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better

Available via Ecampus

FST 469, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF WINE, 2 Credits

Examines the fundamentals of red and white wine production including procedures and equipment used and application of key chemical, microbial, and sensory analysis techniques to assess wine.

Prerequisite: FST 466 with D- or better and FST 479 (may be taken concurrently) [D-]

Available via Ecampus

FST 470, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF WINE LABORATORY, 3 Credits

Focuses on the production of red and white wine and the key analytical techniques utilized in the wine industry (chemical, microbiological, and sensorial) during the production of wine.

Corequisites: FST 469

FST 472, FOOD ENGINEERING AND PROCESSING I, 4 Credits

Covers fundamental engineering principles for scientists and non-process engineers. Explores unit conversion, mass and energy balances, heat transfer, thermal processing, and lethality. Directed at food scientists and other majors who need or would like a working knowledge of food engineering principles.

Prerequisite: (MTH 227 with C- or better or MTH 251 with C- or better or MTH 251H with C- or better) and (PH 201 [C-] or PH 211 [C-] or PH 211H [C-]) and FST 360 [D-]

FST 473, FOOD ENGINEERING AND PROCESSING II, 4 Credits

Covers fundamental engineering principles for scientists and non-process engineers. Explores mass transfer, extrusion, filtration, osmosis, distillation, extraction, drying, and freezing.

Prerequisite: FST 472 with D- or better

FST 479, FERMENTATION MICROBIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Introduction to fermentation microbiology that emphasizes the evolution of key physiological traits and biochemical pathways within key microbial genera. Explores the microbial ecology of processes used to make alcoholic beverages, food ingredients, and fermented foods. CROSSLISTED as FST 479/MB 479.

Prerequisite: (BB 350 with D- or better or BB 450 with D- or better) and (MB 302 [D-] or MB 302H [D-])

Equivalent to: MB 479

Available via Ecampus

FST 480, TOPICS IN FERMENTATION, 0-2 Credits

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

FST 495, FOOD PACKAGING, 3 Credits

Fundamentals of food packaging covering the major packaging solutions with a focus on plastic, paper, glass, metal, and paperboard. Modeling of gas and water permeation and accelerated shelf testing. Regulations in food contact surface and related to indirect food additives.

Prerequisite: (MTH 111 with C- or better or MTH 111Z with C- or better) and PH 201 [C-] and CH 331 [C-]

FST 499, SPECIAL STUDIES, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

FST 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 507, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

FST 509, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 510, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 520, SENSORY EVALUATION OF FOOD, 3 Credits

Covers sensory techniques used in the evaluation of the taste, smell, texture, and appearance of foods as well as the evaluation of consumer acceptance. Examines methods for measuring sensory qualities, underlying psychological principles, and statistical methods for analyzing data.

Prerequisite: ST 511 with D- or better and ST 512 (may be taken concurrently) [D-]

Recommended: Familiarity with z-test, t-test, ANOVA, and post-hoc tests

FST 521, FOOD LAW, 3 Credits

Concepts, statutes, regulations, and agencies controlling the production, processing, and distribution and promotion of food.

FST 522, FOOD CHEMISTRY FUNDAMENTALS, 4 Credits

An integrated course applying theories of molecular reactivity to model food systems. Lectures focus on the molecular bases of chemical phenomena that dictate the behavior of foods. Laboratories and recitations provide opportunities for students to observe, manipulate, and explore model food systems. Emphasis on major food components (water, lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates) and their behavior under conditions of particular relevance to food processing.

Recommended: (BB 350 or BB 450) and (CH 332 or CH 336) and (MTH 228 or MTH 252)

FST 523, FOOD ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

An integrated laboratory/lecture course covering methods used for the quantitative analysis of the chemical composition of foods and agricultural products.

Recommended: CH 324 and CH 337 and BB 350

FST 525, FOOD SYSTEMS CHEMISTRY, 4 Credits

The chemistry of food components in real-world food systems. Focused on water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and food polymers, their interactions, and the effects of food processing and storage. Integrates writing as a learning tool and means of professional communication.

Prerequisite: FST 522 with C or better

FST 528, SENSORY EVALUATION OF FOOD LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Emphasizes sensory techniques used in the evaluation of the taste, smell, texture, and appearance of foods as well as the evaluation of consumer acceptance. This includes methods for measuring sensory qualities, statistical methods for analyzing data, and proper interpretation of these results. Focuses on sample presentation, dealing with panelists, data recording, data analysis, interpretation of results, and report writing.

Prerequisite: FST 520 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

FST 537, CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF DISTILLED SPIRITS, 3 Credits

The underlying science of the production of the distilled spirits will be discussed systematically. The course will cover the requirements for water, the major raw materials (eg. cereals, fruits, agave, syrups, and woods for maturation) and the conversion of these into fermentable extract. The scientific principles of fermentation will be explored, in the context of both ethanol and secondary metabolite production. Distillation will be considered, in terms of the physics and chemistry of liquid-liquid separations, before discussing post-fermentation options such as blending, maturation and product finishing.

FST 555, FOOD AND CLIMATE CHANGE, 3 Credits

Focus on traditional regional recipes, explore and document how global change has affected food production and demand until today and how projected climate change will affect it in the future by analyzing the ingredient lists. Focus on one recipe/ingredient, find maps of past/current crop ranges, document changes, establish the carbon footprint, and identify possible replacement ingredients projecting future culinary solutions.

Equivalent to: ENSC 555X, FST 555X

Available via Ecampus

FST 560, CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF BEER, 3 Credits

Explores the chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology and engineering of malting and brewing operations for the production of beer, including the compositional analysis of barley, malt, hops, water, and beer and their effects on beer quality.

Recommended: (BI 205 or BI 221) and CH 331 and CH 332 and completion or concurrent enrollment in (BEE 472 or FST 472) and MB 302

FST 563, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF BEER, 2 Credits

Examines the chemical, microbiological, physical, and sensory analyses for assessing beer quality.

FST 564, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF BEER LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Focuses on hands-on instruction of brewery operations and analytical techniques for producing and assessing beer.

Prerequisite: FST 560 with C or better

Corequisites: FST 463

FST 566, CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF WINE, 3 Credits

Explores principles of wine production technology from grape berry development through bottling, covering the microbiology and chemistry and biochemistry of fermentation, aging and production practices of red and white table wines as well as sparkling and dessert wines.

Available via Ecampus

FST 569, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF WINE, 2 Credits

Examines the fundamentals of red and white wine production including procedures and equipment used and application of key chemical, microbial, and sensory analysis techniques to assess wine.

Prerequisite: FST 566 with C or better and FST 579 (may be taken concurrently) [C]

FST 570, PRODUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF WINE LABORATORY, 3 Credits

Focuses on the production of red and white wine and the key analytical techniques utilized in the wine industry (chemical, microbiological, and sensorial) during the production of wine.

Corequisites: FST 569

FST 572, FOOD ENGINEERING AND PROCESSING I, 4 Credits

Covers fundamental engineering principles for scientists and non-process engineers. Explores unit conversion, mass and energy balances, heat transfer, thermal processing, and lethality. Directed at food scientists and other majors who need or would like a working knowledge of food engineering principles.

FST 573, FOOD ENGINEERING AND PROCESSING II, 4 Credits

Covers fundamental engineering principles for scientists and non-process engineers. Explores mass transfer, extrusion, filtration, osmosis, distillation, extraction, drying, and freezing.

Prerequisite: FST 572 with C- or better

FST 574, PRINCIPLES OF WINE PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

Examines the fundamentals of wine production including grape and wine composition, key winemaking steps, and regulatory compliance.

Recommended: High school biology and chemistry

FST 575, WINE APPRECIATION AND ETIQUETTE, 3 Credits

Explores wine etiquette and appreciation as a wine drinker. Examine major old and new wine regions of the world, analyze wine labels. Practice the use of sensory descriptors that are associated with major wine varieties, wine glasses, and the proper way to taste/order wine. Describe wine spoilage.

FST 579, FERMENTATION MICROBIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Introduction to fermentation microbiology that emphasizes the evolution of key physiological traits and biochemical pathways within key microbial genera. Explores the microbial ecology of processes used to make alcoholic beverages, food ingredients, and fermented foods. CROSSLISTED as FST 579/MB 579.

Equivalent to: MB 579

Recommended: (BB 350 or BB 450) and MB 302

Available via Ecampus

FST 595, FOOD PACKAGING, 3 Credits

Fundamentals of food packaging covering the major packaging solutions with a focus on plastic, paper, glass, metal, and paperboard. Modeling of gas and water permeation and accelerated shelf testing. Regulations in food contact surface and related to indirect food additives.

FST 599, SPECIAL STUDIES, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

FST 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FST 607, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

FST 620, ADVANCED TOPICS IN SENSORY SCIENCE, 2 Credits

Current and/or advanced subjects in human sensory science. Includes 1) topics in human flavor perception that covers human psychophysics, neuroscience, and related fields, and 2) sensory evaluation techniques and data handling methods that are advanced in nature. Different points of view regarding above topics will be discussed.

Prerequisite: FST 520 with C or better

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

FST 628, FLAVOR CHEMISTRY, 3 Credits

The definition of flavor, analytical methods in flavor chemistry, and mechanisms of odor interaction in food system will be discussed. In addition, an integrated approach will be used to study the flavor chemistry of economically-important agricultural products in the Pacific Northwest such as dairy products, fruits, and alcoholic beverages.

Recommended: FST 522 and FST 523

FST 639, FOOD POLYMER SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Investigates the theoretical principles and structure-function relationships of food macromolecules. The theoretical principles are related, where possible, to observable phenomena during thermal processing and storage of foods.

Recommended: (FST 422 or FST 522) and (FST 425 or FST 525)

FST 641, PROCESSING WHEAT AND OTHER SMALL GRAINS: A MOLECULAR VIEW, 3 Credits

Provides a fundamental overview of wheat and other cereals from the perspective of the molecular level events that are important in milling, baking, and other processes. Uses cereal processing (focused primarily on bread-making) as the vehicle for placing elements of food chemistry, food polymer science, physical chemistry, and rheology into the cohesive framework of a single food category. Students will experience how the sciences of chemistry, physics, engineering, microbiology, biochemistry, nutrition, etc. amalgamate in the production of the selected cereal products.

FST 666, ADVANCED TOPICS IN ENOLOGY, 3 Credits

An in-depth investigation of advanced wine processing techniques and wine research, focusing on their impact on production and wine quality.

Prerequisite: FST 566 with B or better and (FST 567 (may be taken concurrently) [B] or (FST 569 (may be taken concurrently) [B] and FST 570 (may be taken concurrently) [B]))

Recommended: Viticulture course such as HORT 454 and good understanding of how vineyard practices influence grape quality

FW 107, ORIENTATION TO FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE, 1 Credit

Information relevant to academic pathways and career planning in the fields of fisheries and wildlife.

Available via Ecampus

FW 113, INTRODUCTION TO MARINE LIFE IN THE SEA-MARINE BIRDS AND MAMMALS, 1 Credit

Introduces first- and second-year undergraduates, teachers and non-degree students to the breadth of marine science course offerings and research at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center located in Newport, Oregon. Using an experiential based format, students collect field data to better understand marine mammals (whales, dolphins and porpoises), seabirds, and their interactions with their environment.

FW 199, SPECIAL STUDIES, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: FW 199H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 199H, SPECIAL STUDIES, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: FW 199

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 209, CAREER SKILLS IN FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE SCIENCES, 1 Credit

A foundation for life-long career development in fisheries and wildlife sciences. Practice the skills needed to search, apply, and attain internships and jobs.

Prerequisite: FW 107 with P or better

Available via Ecampus

FW 251, PRINCIPLES OF FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION, 3 Credits

History of conservation and natural resource use; ecological principles, and social and economic limitations of conservation; principles and practices of wildlife and fisheries management; role of research in management.

Recommended: One course in introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 255, FIELD SAMPLING OF FISH AND WILDLIFE, 3 Credits

Introduction to sampling populations and communities of vertebrate animals emphasizing sampling design, collection and management of data, and communication of results.

Recommended: WR 121Z and familiarity with personal computers

Available via Ecampus

FW 289, COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE PROFESSIONALS, 4 Credits

Introduces students to the theoretical and practical dimensions of interpersonal and public communication in a natural resource management field.

Recommended: FW 251

Available via Ecampus

FW 301, FIELD TECHNIQUES FOR MARINE MAMMAL CONSERVATION, 1 Credit

A laboratory and hands-on experience covering field techniques, computer software for data organization and analyses, and understanding the practical management conservation application.

Prerequisite: BI 302 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or FW 302 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

FW 302, BIOLOGY AND CONSERVATION OF MARINE MAMMALS, 4 Credits

An examination of the biology of whales, pinnipeds, and other marine mammals, including general adaptations to a marine existence; systematics and biogeography; reproduction; diving physiology; communication and echolocation; feeding and migratory behavior; and marine mammal/human interactions; including conservation issues.

Equivalent to: BI 302

Recommended: One year of introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 303, SURVEY OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN NATURAL RESOURCE, 3 Credits

Concepts underlying geographic information systems, global positioning system, and remote sensing; application to management and research, data quality issues, and case studies. Not a lab/skills class.

Available via Ecampus

FW 307, SPECIALIZATION DEVELOPMENT, 1 Credit

Examine career alternatives, develop career goals, learn what knowledge, skills, and abilities are important for diverse careers in fisheries and wildlife conservation, and develop an academic and lifelong plan for achieving career goals. Intended to assist students in developing a specialization in fisheries and wildlife sciences.

Recommended: FW 209

Available via Ecampus

FW 311, ORNITHOLOGY, 3 Credits

Survey of the adaptations of birds to a diverse array of habitats. Topics include origins, anatomy, reproductive strategies, migration, flight, behavior, physiology, nutrition, and conservation.

Recommended: One year of introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 312, SYSTEMATICS OF BIRDS, 3 Credits

Describes the external anatomy of birds using scientific terminology. Evaluates the evolutionary relationships of birds using modern naming procedures, and identifies birds by sight and sound.

Recommended: One year of introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 315, ICHTHYOLOGY, 3 Credits

A survey of the diversity of biological adaptations of fishes. Topics include physiological and zoogeographical adaptations, reproduction, evolution, cladogenesis, morphology, behavior, and genetics.

Recommended: One year of introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 316, SYSTEMATICS OF FISHES, 3 Credits

Phylogenetic diversity, evolution, relationships and identification of the world's fishes, with particular focus on Oregon fishes. Includes identification, anatomy, use of keys, introduction to the comparative method, systematic theory, taxonomy, field collection and specimen curation.

Prerequisite: (BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better or BI 221 with D- or better or BI 221H with D- or better or BI 204 with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-] or BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-] or BI 205 [D-]) and (BI 213 [D-] or BI 213H [D-] or BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-] or BI 206 [D-])

Recommended: FW 315

Available via Ecampus

FW 317, MAMMALOGY, 3 Credits

A survey of the origins, evolution, diversity, and adaptations of mammals to diverse environments. Topics include taxonomy, reproduction, sensory perception, herbivory, population cycles and behavior.

Recommended: One year of introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 318, SYSTEMATICS OF MAMMALS, 3 Credits

Explore the diversity of mammals in temperate North America, with a focus on species in Oregon. Use skull, dentition, and pelt characteristics to classify mammals to order, family, genus and species. Describe habitat, range, diet, physical characteristics, and systematic relationships of mammal species. Learn and apply scientific skills, concepts, and terminology of mammalian systematics.

Recommended: One year of introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 320, INTRODUCTORY POPULATION DYNAMICS, 4 Credits

Principles and concepts of population dynamics related to fish and wildlife populations; methods of estimating abundance, mortality, sustainable harvest levels and extinction risk; hands-on introduction to models for population analysis.

Prerequisite: BI 370 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or BI 370H (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or BI 371 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Recommended: Introductory statistics and mathematics equivalent to MTH 245 or higher

Available via Ecampus

FW 321, APPLIED COMMUNITY AND ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Perspectives in community and ecosystem ecology, and their use in management of fisheries and wildlife resource systems.

Prerequisite: FW 320 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

FW 323, MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES OF PACIFIC SALMON IN THE NORTHWEST, 3 Credits

Explores the nature of the salmon problem in the Northwest. Experts from diverse disciplines describe principles of salmon biology, habitat ecology and management, socioeconomics of direct and indirect users, and government policies.

Available via Ecampus

FW 324, *FOOD FROM THE SEA, 3 Credits

Where does seafood come from, and how does seafood arrive on a plate? How productive are the world’s oceans, and can the oceans continue to produce enough to feed (and employ) the masses? How do different cultures, ethnicities, and regions of the world rely upon food from the sea for daily meals? Food from the Sea is an exploration of the cultural, societal, economic, practical, and environmental features of the protein that feeds billions.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Equivalent to: FW 324H

Available via Ecampus

FW 324H, *FOOD FROM THE SEA, 3 Credits

Where does seafood come from, and how does seafood arrive on a plate? How productive are the world’s oceans, and can the oceans continue to produce enough to feed (and employ) the masses? How do different cultures, ethnicities, and regions of the world rely upon food from the sea for daily meals? Food from the Sea is an exploration of the cultural, societal, economic, practical, and environmental features of the protein that feeds billions.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: FW 324

Available via Ecampus

FW 325, *GLOBAL CRISES IN RESOURCE ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Historical and contemporary implications of the impacts of burgeoning human populations on rates and patterns of global ecological change. Changes in ecosystem processes and crises of species extinction in the context of cultural and political institutions.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Available via Ecampus

FW 326, INTEGRATED WATERSHED MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

A comprehensive approach to watershed management, one that includes biophysical, socioeconomic, planning and education related topics. Intended for students interested in the sustainable management of natural resources.

Recommended: FW 251

Available via Ecampus

FW 328, WILDLIFE CAPTURE AND IMMOBILIZATION, 2 Credits

Manual and chemical restraint methods are covered with an emphasis on darting equipment, animal and human safety, drug pharmacology and species specific recommendations.

This course is repeatable for 4 credits.

FW 331, ECOLOGY OF MARINE AND ESTUARINE BIRDS, 4 Credits

Focusing on how marine and estuarine birds are adapted for life at sea. Topics include morphology, physiology, foraging ecology, and biogeography as well as introductory oceanography. Field trips.

Recommended: One year introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 340, *MULTICULTURAL PERSPECTIVES IN NATURAL RESOURCES, 3 Credits

Explores multicultural influences on development of natural resources in the American West. Effects of diverse social values on changes in the physical landscape and biodiversity.

Attributes: CPDP – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Difference/Power/Discrimination

Available via Ecampus

FW 341, FISH AND WILDLIFE LAW ENFORCEMENT, 2 Credits

Introduction to the philosophy, purposes, and methods of enforcing natural resource laws, emphasizing fish and wildlife laws.

FW 345, *GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Global Change Biology is the study of the impact of climate change on natural systems and actions to mitigate (slow) or adapt to climate change. Global climate change is having dramatic effects on natural resources including fish and wildlife populations and their habitats. Students will gain an understanding of the role that natural ecosystems (oceans, forests, wetlands, grasslands etc.) play in regulating the climate; how land use affects the earth’s climate; how climate change will affect fish, wildlife and their habitats; and the role that managers and researchers can play in mitigating and adapting to climate change.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Equivalent to: FW 345H

Recommended: Introductory biology and ecology courses such as BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 345H, *GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Global Change Biology is the study of the impact of climate change on natural systems and actions to mitigate (slow) or adapt to climate change. Global climate change is having dramatic effects on natural resources including fish and wildlife populations and their habitats. Students will gain an understanding of the role that natural ecosystems (oceans, forests, wetlands, grasslands etc.) play in regulating the climate; how land use affects the earth’s climate; how climate change will affect fish, wildlife and their habitats; and the role that managers and researchers can play in mitigating and adapting to climate change.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: FW 345

Recommended: Introductory biology and ecology courses such as BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 350, *ENDANGERED SPECIES, SOCIETY AND SUSTAINABILITY, 3 Credits

Provides a general background to endangered species biology, and the social and economic implications of the legislation enacted to conserve endangered species (Endangered Species Act, CITES Treaty).

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Recommended: FW 251

Available via Ecampus

FW 366, ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINANTS IN FISH AND WILDLIFE, 3 Credits

Environmental contamination is an important threat to many fish and wildlife populations and the habitats and prey upon which they rely. The field of ecotoxicology links the ecology of fish and wildlife with toxicology of environmental contaminants, and so spans political, scientific, and public relations realms. Through the pairing of introductory concepts with key case studies, this course provides students with a preparatory framework for understanding toxicological issues of importance for those focused on studying, managing or conserving fish and wildlife populations.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-])) or (BI 204 [D-] and BI 205 [D-])

Available via Ecampus

FW 370, CONSERVATION GENETICS, 4 Credits

A foundational course in preparation for a degree focused on conservation of natural resources. Covers a broad range of topics associated with issues surrounding genetics that working professionals in the biological sciences should be conversant about. One of the most important aspects of the course is the development of problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Prerequisite: (BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better or BI 221 with D- or better or BI 221H with D- or better or BI 204 with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-] or BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-] or BI 205 [D-]) and (BI 213 [D-] or BI 213H [D-] or BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-] or BI 206 [D-])

Recommended: One year introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

FW 371, ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY OF FISHES, 3 Credits

Introduces fish physiology and the interactions between physiological systems in fishes and both natural and human-modified habitats and ecosystems. Describes key aspects of fish physiology, understand how to use physiology to define fish health, and consider how large environmental factors like climate change will influence fish health. Examples and case histories will emphasize marine, estuarine, and anadromous fishes.

Equivalent to: FW 471

Recommended: FW 315 or one year of introductory biology; critical thinking, problem solving, and synthesis skills

Available via Ecampus

FW 391, *RIDGE TO REEF: SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN PALAU, 4 Credits

How do small islands address issues of natural resource management, food security, and sustainability? What role do communities, governments, and non-profits play in addressing these issues? Can traditional ecological knowledge help solve these challenges? What about climate change on small Islands? The Republic of Palau will be our classroom. Students will work with and learn from fishers, farmers, community leaders, traditional chiefs, terrestrial and marine biologists, and policy makers. Key topics include food security/production, climate change adaptation, protected area management, biocultural conservation, sustainable forest management, watershed management, sustainable development, coral reef and fisheries management, biodiversity measurement methods and ecosystem restoration.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

FW 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 32 credits.

FW 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: FW 407H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 407H, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: FW 407

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 408, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 415, FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE LAW AND POLICY, 3 Credits

Provides students with an understanding of the key legal frameworks within which they will work to conserve fish and wildlife resources. Examines federal law and policy relating to allocation and conservation of fish and wildlife resources.

Recommended: PS 201 or other introductory political science course

Available via Ecampus

FW 418, URBAN ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Understand how an increasing human population increases pressure on fish and wildlife communities and resources within ecosystems. Examines the interactions between humans and animal species within urban areas and the effects of urbanization on species, communities, and ecosystems. Topics include conserving biodiversity, invasive species, human health and well-being, and urban planning.

Recommended: FW 255, BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 419, THE NATURAL HISTORY OF WHALES AND WHALING, 3 Credits

Addresses the natural history of whales as a unique example of adaptation in an evolutionary lineage, and the history of whaling as a general example of the failings of international resource management.

Recommended: Some background in vertebrate ecology and evolution or genetics

Available via Ecampus

FW 421, AQUATIC BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS, 4 Credits

An overview of the background, theory, evolution, ecology, politics and conservation of invasions by introduced species in aquatic environments.

Equivalent to: BI 421

Recommended: One year of university-level biology.

Available via Ecampus

FW 422, INTRODUCTION TO OCEAN LAW, 3 Credits

Examination of US law and primary international law focused on fisheries management with coverage of regulation of other ocean resources including energy, marine mammals, endangered species, pollution, and protected areas. Final project is intended to provide students with hands-on exposure to real-world fisheries and ocean management issues.

Available via Ecampus

FW 426, COASTAL ECOLOGY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 5 Credits

Study of the ecology and management of coastal marine and freshwater ecosystems as well as natural resources, emphasizing experimental (participatory) learning in a field station setting.

FW 427, PRINCIPLES OF WILDLIFE DISEASES, 4 Credits

Examines the general principles of how wildlife diseases emerge, evolve, and spread. Explores the relationships between human society, environmental change, and wildlife disease. Emphasizes how global environmental change (e.g. climate change, land use change, globalization of travel and trade) affect disease dynamics and cross-species transmission. Covers disease examples of North American mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Available via Ecampus

FW 430, INTRODUCTION TO SCIENTIFIC DIVING, 4 Credits

Prepares students to manage the task loading associated with performing scientific work underwater through a combination of classroom, confined water, and open water training. Introduces the diver to basic techniques and equipment used in underwater data collection. Includes required field trips to dive in both freshwater and marine habitats (two single-day trips and one three-day trip).

Equivalent to: GRAD 430

Recommended: Cold water diving experience; experience with cold water exposure protection (drysuit, thick wetsuit, thick or dry gloves)

FW 433, POPULATION DYNAMICS FOR CONSERVATION, 4 Credits

Synthesizes the principles of population dynamics from the viewpoint of a resource manager. Focuses on populations structured by age, size, or over space, and considers both fisheries and wildlife management. Uses computer programming in the R language in the laboratory work to implement examples from lecture.

Prerequisite: (FW 320 with C or better or BI 483 with C or better) and ((MTH 227 with C or better and MTH 228 [C]) or ((MTH 251 [C] or MTH 251H [C]) and (MTH 252 [C] or MTH 252H [C])) )

FW 434, ESTUARINE ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Integrated and synthetic training in the ecological processes of estuarine environments, with emphases on ecological interactions among organisms and the biogeochemical cycling of carbon and nitrogen. Topics include geomorphology, estuarine physics and chemistry, primary and secondary producers, ecosystem metabolism, element cycling, food webs, fisheries, restoration, management, and impacts of climate. Field trip required, transportation fee charged. CROSSLISTED as FW 434/OC 434.

Equivalent to: OC 434

Available via Ecampus

FW 435, ^WILDLIFE IN AGRICULTURAL ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Examines the relationships between agricultural production and fish and wildlife populations and communities. Explores the impacts of agricultural practices on fish and wildlife. Field trips required; transportation fee charged. OSU Ecampus students are not required to attend field trips.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Recommended: BI 370 and FW 251

Available via Ecampus

FW 439, ^HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Examines the human dimensions of fisheries and wildlife including economics, policy, communications, and management. Focuses on the application of social scientific theories and approaches to fisheries and wildlife issues. Independent and group work with a substantial writing component.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Recommended: FW 255, FW 289 and completion of human dimensions coursework

Available via Ecampus

FW 448, HERPETOFAUNA CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Reviews life history traits of amphibians and reptiles and the wide variety of factors that threaten herpetofauna populations worldwide. Discusses a variety of sampling techniques and current laws and policies that directly impact herpetofauna management. Focuses on species and conservation strategies in the United States, but international conservation efforts will be discussed as well.

Available via Ecampus

FW 451, AVIAN CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Identification, classification, life history strategies, ecology and management of upland and migratory birds.

Recommended: FW 311

Available via Ecampus

FW 452, BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION IN MANAGED FORESTS, 3 Credits

Designed for students in forestry, wildlife, fisheries and related fields. Introduces the concepts of, and approaches to, managing forest stands, landscapes and regions to achieve desired habitat conditions for indicator species and conservation of biological diversity. CROSSLISTED as FES 452/FW 452.

Equivalent to: FES 452

Recommended: FES 240 or FES 341 or BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 454, ^FISHERY BIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Principles and methods used in studying the biology of fishes; ecological requirements of freshwater and anadromous fishes; principles and practices in sport fishery management.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: FW 315 with D- or better and FW 320 [D-]

Available via Ecampus

FW 456, FRESHWATER ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION, 5 Credits

Physical, chemical, biological, and environmental concepts in continental aquatic systems. Includes techniques related to assessing aquatic resources their management and conservation.

Prerequisite: BI 370 with D- or better or BI 370H with D- or better or BI 371 with D- or better

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biological sciences

Available via Ecampus

FW 457X, BIOLOGY, ECOLOGY, AND CONSERVATION OF MARINE MAMMALS, 9 Credits

Provides a comprehensive overview of the ecology, biology, and evolution of marine mammals, which are globally distributed, shape marine ecosystems, and are inextricably linked to humans. Examines adaptations of marine mammals to the marine environment, biogeography, bioacoustics, ecological roles, social, feeding and migratory behavior, and conservation issues. Emphasizes integrative learning through lectures, group discussions and debates, field activities, lab work, analyses of real-world data, and interaction with a wide variety of professions and fields related to marine mammal science.

Recommended: 200-level biology series; familiarity with field work in marine environment and with R computer programming

FW 458, MAMMAL CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

A thorough understanding of the management, conservation, and ecology of mammals in North America; includes population dynamics, harvest management, techniques to determine abundance, diets, reproduction, and the cultural and political variables that contribute to formulation of management programs.

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biological sciences.

Available via Ecampus

FW 461X, INTRODUCTION TO MARINE BIOACOUSTICS, 3 Credits

Focuses on passive and active acoustic sources, sound production mechanisms, animal communication, tools used, and the impacts of human-made noise on animals. Provides experience in collecting and analyzing acoustic data based on the sounds made and used by different species to make hydrophones. Analyzes how bioacoustics can be used in conservation studies.

FW 462, ECOSYSTEM SERVICES, 3 Credits

Introduces students to the ecological, economic, and social/ethical issues involved in the study of ecosystem services, with a major focus on biological components involved in ecosystem services. Topics covered include: 1) an introduction to the roles that living organisms play in the provision of ecosystem services, 2) the relationship of ecosystem functions and services, 3) the societal factors that influence this relationship, 4) general categories of ecosystem services, 5) identification of potential ecosystem services in terrestrial and aquatic systems, 6) an overview of the methods of valuation, and 7) translating ecosystems functions to services. Case studies will be used to illustrate key concepts and relationships within different ecological and social contexts.

Recommended: BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 464, MARINE CONSERVATION BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Lectures, group library research, and class debates on current issues regarding the conservation of biodiversity in the sea. Topics include overfishing, invasive species, eutrophication, marine pollution, and global warming, as well as means of addressing these threats.

Prerequisite: BI 370 with D- or better or BI 370H with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

FW 466, BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY OF MARINE ANIMALS, 3 Credits

Examines how the social lives of animals contributes to solving fundamental life challenges—eat, not be eaten, reproduce—from an evolutionary and ecological perspective. Examines how group-living shape animal societies in terms of structure, organization, mating and care systems. Explores fundamental concepts of behavioral ecology, sociobiology, social evolution, with emphasis on marine megafauna (cetaceans, pinnipeds, seabirds, elasmobranchs). Combines lectures, groups discussions, field activities, and data analyses on animal societies.

Recommended: Biology 200-level series, FW 302, or background in vertebrate ecology or animal behavior

FW 467, ANTARCTIC SCIENCE AND CONSERVATION, 4 Credits

Explores the history, geology, climate, and ecosystems of Antarctica, with an emphasis on current research and conservation issues. Focuses on critical thinking skills developed through independent research on a topic of interest, an internal peer review project, and discussions of relevant case studies in Antarctic research.

Available via Ecampus

FW 469, METHODS IN PHYSIOLOGY AND BEHAVIOR OF MARINE MEGAFAUNA, 4 Credits

An in-depth study of marine megafauna (mammals, birds, turtles) with an emphasis on methods and analyses of behavior and physiology for conservation. Lab and field exercises include investigations into the behavior–physiology nexus of diving, migration, thermoregulation, energy expenditure, and mating systems. Research techniques to be explored will include, for example, tracking and remote biotelemetry monitoring technologies, respirometry, genetics, and direct field study observation. Theoretical approaches, field techniques and statistical analyses will help prepare students for a career in fisheries or wildlife science.

Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])

Recommended: FW 302, FW 320, FW 331 and FW 475

FW 473, FISH ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Explores how fish physiology and behavior interact with spatial and temporal heterogeneity in aquatic ecosystems. Considers emergent properties at population, community, and ecosystem levels and their implications for management and conservation.

Prerequisite: (BI 370 with D- or better or BI 370H with D- or better) and FW 315 [D-]

Available via Ecampus

FW 474, EARLY LIFE HISTORY OF FISHES, 4 Credits

Overview of diversity of development patterns in fishes; emphasis on morphology, life history, and evolution. Offered alternate years. CROSSLISTED as FW 474/OC 474.

Equivalent to: OC 474

Recommended: FW 315

FW 475, WILDLIFE BEHAVIOR, 4 Credits

Emphasizes adaptive significance of egocentric and social behavior of wildlife species. Discusses implications of behavior in sound management practice.

Prerequisite: FW 255 with C- or better

Recommended: Coursework in field sampling, ecology, and statistics

Available via Ecampus

FW 476, FISH PHYSIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Physiological specializations and adaptations of major groups of fishes.

Prerequisite: FW 315 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

FW 479, WETLANDS AND RIPARIAN ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Ecology of riparian freshwater and estuarine wetlands of the Pacific Northwest. Effects of land use on ecosystem structure, function, biodiversity, and restoration will be explored.

Recommended: BI 370 or BI 371

Available via Ecampus

FW 481, WILDLIFE ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Interrelationships of wildlife, environmental change. Predicting and measuring responses of wildlife to altered habitat conditions

Prerequisite: BI 370 with D- or better or BI 370H with D- or better or BI 371 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

FW 488, PROBLEM SOLVING IN FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE SCIENCE, 3 Credits

A capstone course designed to introduce students to the synthesis of scientific information on species, habitats and ecosystems and the use of such data in shaping fisheries and wildlife conservation, management and policy. Includes a group problem-solving project and case studies.

Prerequisite: FW 320 with D- or better and FW 321 (may be taken concurrently) [D-]

Recommended: 400-level FW course work (e.g., FW 426 or FW 454 or FW 481)

Available via Ecampus

FW 491, FISH DISEASES IN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY AND AQUACULTURE, 3 Credits

Introduction to diseases of fish including pathogens important to aquaculture and ornamental industries as well as to wild fish populations and conservation programs. CROSSLISTED as FW 491/MB 491 and FW 591/MB 591.

Equivalent to: MB 491

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division fisheries or biology

FW 497, ^AQUACULTURE, 3 Credits

Principles and practices for the aquaculture of fish, shellfish, and algae.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biology.

Available via Ecampus

FW 498, AQUACULTURE LABORATORY, 3 Credits

Biology and culture requirements of fish, shellfish, and algae. Emphasis on laboratory culture techniques and practical experience in handling organisms.

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biology

FW 499, SPECIAL TOPICS IN FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 502, TEACHING METHODS IN FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE, 1 Credit

This is a discussion course designed to help new GTAs and instructors who are learning the trials and tribulations of university-level teaching in our department. This is a great course for students who are interested in hearing more about teaching approaches, grading and assessment, student communication, problem students, and development of teaching.

FW 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 506, PROJECTS, 1-6 Credits

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 509, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 510, PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 10 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 514, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: MEETING COMMUNICATIONS, 1-3 Credits

Fisheries and wildlife professionals use meetings of scientists, managers and stakeholders to communicate key findings and develop consensus recommendations for policy. This experiential learning course exposes students to a scientific or management meeting in their chosen field (fisheries, wildlife, ecology, or conservation biology) and gets them to think about how meetings function as well as their content.

This course is repeatable for 3 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 515, US WILDLIFE LAW, 3 Credits

Explores US treaty and statutory law in the context of contemporary conservation of island fish and wildlife species. Includes the context of the framework’s historical evolution from the Public Trust Doctrine and other common law concepts, Tribal, State, Territorial, and Federal management and collaborations therein, examining judicial decisions to illustrate key examples of the system’s application, process, and outcomes.

Recommended: PS 201 or other introductory political science course

Available via Ecampus

FW 518, URBAN ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Understand how an increasing human population increases pressure on fish and wildlife communities and resources within ecosystems. Examines the interactions between humans and animal species within urban areas and the effects of urbanization on species, communities, and ecosystems. Topics include conserving biodiversity, invasive species, human health and well-being, and urban planning.

Available via Ecampus

FW 519, THE NATURAL HISTORY OF WHALES AND WHALING, 3 Credits

Addresses the natural history of whales as a unique example of adaptation in an evolutionary lineage, and the history of whaling as a general example of the failings of international resource management.

Recommended: Some background in vertebrate ecology and evolution or genetics

Available via Ecampus

FW 521, AQUATIC BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS, 4 Credits

An overview of the background, theory, evolution, ecology, politics and conservation of invasions by introduced species in aquatic environments.

Recommended: One year of university-level biology.

Available via Ecampus

FW 522, INTRODUCTION TO OCEAN LAW, 3 Credits

Examination of US law and primary international law focused on fisheries management with coverage of regulation of other ocean resources including energy, marine mammals, endangered species, pollution, and protected areas. Final project is intended to provide students with hands-on exposure to real-world fisheries and ocean management issues.

Available via Ecampus

FW 523, MONITORING WILDLIFE POPULATIONS AND THEIR HABITATS, 3 Credits

An overview of monitoring plan design and the conceptual background needed to understand and critique monitoring plans, and have the basic skills to develop and implement a monitoring program as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Recommended: Introductory course in statistics and introductory course in ecology.

Available via Ecampus

FW 524, INTRODUCTION TO FISHERIES ASSESSMENT, 3 Credits

Fisheries management strategies rely on models that predict a population's responses to exploitation. Introduces approaches commonly used to assess and evaluate the dynamics and status of a population. Provides an overview of the terminology, data requirements, underlying rationale, assumptions, limitations and uncertainty associated with stock assessments.

Recommended: College algebra, introductory statistics and, if unfamiliar with data collection and analysis methods in fisheries, FW 454/FW 554

Available via Ecampus

FW 526, COASTAL ECOLOGY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 5 Credits

Study of the ecology and management of coastal marine and freshwater ecosystems as well as natural resources, emphasizing experimental (participatory) learning in a field station setting.

FW 527, PRINCIPLES OF WILDLIFE DISEASES, 4 Credits

Examines the general principles of how wildlife diseases emerge, evolve, and spread. Explores the relationships between human society, environmental change, and wildlife disease. Emphasizes how global environmental change (e.g. climate change, land use change, globalization of travel and trade) affect disease dynamics and cross-species transmission. Covers disease examples of North American mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Available via Ecampus

FW 528, DIVERSITY AND IDENTIFICATION OF LARVAL FISHES, 3 Credits

Research on early life history stages of fishes has increased considerably in recent years, due to its importance in many research fields, such as fisheries science and oceanography, species conservation, systematics and morphology. Simultaneously, the ability to identify ichthyoplankton has decreased. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of the evolutionary diversity of ichthyoplankton of the world.

Recommended: A completed 300-level systematics of fishes, ichthyology or comparitive anatomy course.

FW 529, ICHTHYOPLANKTON IDENTIFICATION LABORATORY, 3 Credits

Explores the phylogenetic diversity, relationships and the identification of samples from the Oregon State University Ichthyology collection. Covers identification based on available keys, comparison between systematic groups, comparative anatomy, interpretation of traits.

Recommended: FW 528

FW 530, INTRODUCTION TO SCIENTIFIC DIVING, 4 Credits

Prepares students to manage the task loading associated with performing scientific work underwater through a combination of classroom, confined water, and open water training. Introduces the diver to basic techniques and equipment used in underwater data collection. Includes required field trips to dive in both freshwater and marine habitats (two single-day trips and one three-day trip).

Equivalent to: GRAD 530

Recommended: Cold water diving experience; experience with cold water exposure protection (drysuit, thick wetsuit, thick or dry gloves)

FW 532, MACHINE LEARNING IN SPECIES DISTRIBUTION MODELING, 3 Credits

Explores machine learning (ML) topics for building and evaluating species distribution models (SDMs). Examines ML approaches such as tree-based methods, maximum entropy methods, and cross-validation through reading and discussion of current literature as well as hands-on exercises in the R programming language. Culminates in student projects to apply the material.

Recommended: Experience with programming in R

FW 533, POPULATION DYNAMICS FOR CONSERVATION, 4 Credits

Synthesizes the principles of population dynamics from the viewpoint of a resource manager. Focuses on populations structured by age, size, or over space, and considers both fisheries and wildlife management. Uses computer programming in the R language in the laboratory work to implement examples from lecture.

Recommended: IB 592 and ((MTH 227 and MTH 228) or (MTH 251 and MTH 252))

FW 534, ESTUARINE ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Integrated and synthetic training in the ecological processes of estuarine environments, with emphases on ecological interactions among organisms and the biogeochemical cycling of carbon and nitrogen. Topics include geomorphology, estuarine physics and chemistry, primary and secondary producers, ecosystem metabolism, element cycling, food webs, fisheries, restoration, management, and impacts of climate. Field trip required, transportation fee charged. CROSSLISTED as FW 534/OC 534.

Equivalent to: OC 534

Available via Ecampus

FW 535, WILDLIFE IN AGRICULTURAL ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Examines the relationships between agricultural production and fish and wildlife populations and communities. Explores the impacts of agricultural practices on fish and wildlife. Field trips required; transportation fee charged. OSU Ecampus students are not required to attend field trips.

Recommended: BI 370 and FW 251

Available via Ecampus

FW 537, STRUCTURED DECISION MAKING IN NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 2 Credits

Structured decision making (SDM) is used for making natural resource management and policy decisions. It is an ideal framework for interdisciplinary teams to cooperate and identify the most effective management strategies. Graduate students from diverse backgrounds (natural resources, political science, others) are provided with an understanding of the SDM process.

Recommended: One year of college-level mathematics and one quarter of fish and wildlife management

Available via Ecampus

FW 539, COMMUNITY SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Examines the growing movement of involving the public in scientific research and how community-driven projects function. Evaluates best practices of successful projects, sources and solutions for error and bias, opportunities to include diverse audiences and participants, and creation of new community science projects.

Available via Ecampus

FW 544, QUANTITATIVE DECISION ANALYSIS FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Decision analysis allows decision makers to examine the expected effects of different strategies before implementation; incorporate multiple objectives and values of stakeholders; determine the relative influence of various sources of uncertainty; and estimate the value of collecting additional data. Quantitatively oriented graduate students in natural resources are provided with an in-depth overview of decision analysis and adaptive management, emphasizing animal population management.

Recommended: ST 511 and ST 512 or equivalent, basic background in animal population dynamics and management.

FW 548, HERPETOFAUNA CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Reviews life history traits of amphibians and reptiles and the wide variety of factors that threaten herpetofauna populations worldwide. Discusses a variety of sampling techniques and current laws and policies that directly impact herpetofauna management. Focuses on species and conservation strategies in the United States, but international conservation efforts will be discussed as well.

Available via Ecampus

FW 549, HISTORY OF FISHERIES SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Surveys the development of fisheries science, professionalization of the discipline, patronage, and the political, economic, and social context in which fisheries science operates.

Available via Ecampus

FW 550, TROPHIC CASCADES, 2-3 Credits

Theory and empirical analysis of terrestrial carnivore effects on plants and ecosystems as mediated through herbivores. Emphasis on large carnivores, frequency/strength of trophic cascades, implications for ecosystem function, management, and restoration. Lectures, current literature, discussions, field exercise, term paper, and student presentations. CROSSLISTED as FES 550/FW 550.

Equivalent to: FES 550, FOR 547, FW 547

This course is repeatable for 3 credits.

FW 551, AVIAN CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Identification, classification, life history strategies, ecology and management of upland and migratory birds.

Recommended: FW 311

Available via Ecampus

FW 552, FOREST WILDLIFE HABITAT MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Management of terrestrial vertebrates in forest ecosystems. Effects on silvicultural practices and landscape pattern on habitats and populations. CROSSLISTED as FES 552/FW 552.

Equivalent to: FES 552

Recommended: FOR 341 or equivalent course in ecology.

Available via Ecampus

FW 554, FISHERY BIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Principles and methods used in studying the biology of fishes; ecological requirements of freshwater and anadromous fishes; principles and practices in sport fishery management.

Recommended: FW 315 and FW 320

Available via Ecampus

FW 556, FRESHWATER ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION, 5 Credits

Physical, chemical, biological, and environmental concepts in continental aquatic systems. Includes techniques related to assessing aquatic resources their management and conservation.

Recommended: BI 370 or BI 371 or 9 credits of upper-division biological sciences

Available via Ecampus

FW 557X, BIOLOGY, ECOLOGY, AND CONSERVATION OF MARINE MAMMALS, 9 Credits

Provides a comprehensive overview of the ecology, biology, and evolution of marine mammals, which are globally distributed, shape marine ecosystems, and are inextricably linked to humans. Examines adaptations of marine mammals to the marine environment, biogeography, bioacoustics, ecological roles, social, feeding and migratory behavior, and conservation issues. Emphasizes integrative learning through lectures, group discussions and debates, field activities, lab work, analyses of real-world data, and interaction with a wide variety of professions and fields related to marine mammal science.

Recommended: 200-level biology series; familiarity with field work in marine environment and with R computer programming

FW 558, MAMMAL CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

A thorough understanding of the management, conservation, and ecology of mammals in North America; includes population dynamics, harvest management, techniques to determine abundance, diets, reproduction, and the cultural and political variables that contribute to formulation of management programs.

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biological sciences.

Available via Ecampus

FW 560, PSYCHOLOGY OF ENVIRONMENTAL DECISIONS, 3 Credits

Natural resource management and conservation programs have one thing in common: to be effective, they must consider how and why humans make decisions. This course approaches this topic from a psychological lens and will cover the psychological processes associated with making individual and group decisions, common biases and heuristics in our decision-making, and how these apply to diverse natural resource management and conservation issues. Students will learn how to take these aspects of human decision making into consideration when participating in or facilitating collaborative environmental programs.

Available via Ecampus

FW 561X, INTRODUCTION TO MARINE BIOACOUSTICS, 3 Credits

Focuses on passive and active acoustic sources, sound production mechanisms, animal communication, tools used, and the impacts of human-made noise on animals. Provides experience in collecting and analyzing acoustic data based on the sounds made and used by different species to make hydrophones. Analyzes how bioacoustics can be used in conservation studies.

FW 562, ECOSYSTEM SERVICES, 3 Credits

Introduces students to the ecological, economic, and social/ethical issues involved in the study of ecosystem services, with a major focus on biological components involved in ecosystem services. Topics covered include: 1) an introduction to the roles that living organisms play in the provision of ecosystem services, 2) the relationship of ecosystem functions and services, 3) the societal factors that influence this relationship, 4) general categories of ecosystem services, 5) identification of potential ecosystem services in terrestrial and aquatic systems, 6) an overview of the methods of valuation, and 7) translating ecosystems functions to services. Case studies will be used to illustrate key concepts and relationships within different ecological and social contexts.

Recommended: BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 563, CONSERVATION BIOLOGY OF WILDLIFE, 3 Credits

Overview of the field of conservation biology with emphasis on the relationship to conservation and management of wildlife.

Available via Ecampus

FW 564, MARINE CONSERVATION BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Lectures, group library research, and class debates on current issues regarding the conservation of biodiversity in the sea. Topics include overfishing, invasive species, eutrophication, marine pollution, and global warming, as well as means of addressing these threats.

Recommended: BI 370

Available via Ecampus

FW 566, BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY OF MARINE ANIMALS, 3 Credits

Examines how the social lives of animals contributes to solving fundamental life challenges—eat, not be eaten, reproduce—from an evolutionary and ecological perspective. Examines how group-living shape animal societies in terms of structure, organization, mating and care systems. Explores fundamental concepts of behavioral ecology, sociobiology, social evolution, with emphasis on marine megafauna (cetaceans, pinnipeds, seabirds, elasmobranchs). Combines lectures, groups discussions, field activities, and data analyses on animal societies.

FW 567, ANTARCTIC SCIENCE AND CONSERVATION, 4 Credits

Explores the history, geology, climate, and ecosystems of Antarctica, with an emphasis on current research and conservation issues. Focuses on critical thinking skills developed through independent research on a topic of interest, an internal peer review project, and discussions of relevant case studies in Antarctic research.

Available via Ecampus

FW 568, HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF MARINE MAMMAL CONSERVATION, 4 Credits

Approaches for more ethical, equitable, and effective conservation of marine mammals. Issues in marine mammal conservation and key concepts related to the human (social, political, economic, and cultural) dimensions of conservation, and lessons learned from real-world examples. Topics will include: social-ecological systems; transdisciplinarity; Design Thinking; human rights-based approach to management; social science and participatory research methods; responsible community engagement; conservation evaluation.

Recommended: FW 302 or equivalent marine mammal biology course

FW 569, METHODS IN PHYSIOLOGY AND BEHAVIOR OF MARINE MEGAFAUNA, 4 Credits

An in-depth study of marine megafauna (mammals, birds, turtles) with an emphasis on methods and analyses of behavior and physiology for conservation. Lab and field exercises include investigations into the behavior–physiology nexus of diving, migration, thermoregulation, energy expenditure, and mating systems. Research techniques to be explored will include, for example, tracking and remote biotelemetry monitoring technologies, respirometry, genetics, and direct field study observation. Theoretical approaches, field techniques and statistical analyses will help prepare students for a career in fisheries or wildlife science.

Recommended: FW 302, FW 320, FW 331, and FW 475

FW 573, FISH ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Explores how fish physiology and behavior interact with spatial and temporal heterogeneity in aquatic ecosystems. Considers emergent properties at population, community, and ecosystem levels and their implications for management and conservation.

Recommended: BI 370 and FW 315

Available via Ecampus

FW 574, EARLY LIFE HISTORY OF FISHES, 4 Credits

Overview of diversity of development patterns in fishes; emphasis on morphology, life history, and evolution. Offered alternate years. CROSSLISTED as FW 574/OC 574.

Equivalent to: OC 574

Recommended: FW 315

FW 575, WILDLIFE BEHAVIOR, 4 Credits

Emphasizes adaptive significance of egocentric and social behavior of wildlife species. Discusses implications of behavior in sound management practice.

Recommended: Coursework in field sampling, ecology, and statistics

Available via Ecampus

FW 576, FISH PHYSIOLOGY, 4 Credits

Physiological specializations and adaptations of major groups of fishes.

Recommended: FW 315

Available via Ecampus

FW 579, WETLANDS AND RIPARIAN ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Ecology of riparian freshwater and estuarine wetlands of the Pacific Northwest. Effects of land use on ecosystem structure, function, biodiversity, and restoration will be explored.

Recommended: BI 370 or BI 371

Available via Ecampus

FW 581, WILDLIFE ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Interrelationships of wildlife, environment and humans. Evaluation of properties and habitats of wildlife populations.

Recommended: (BI 370 or BI 371) and FW 311 and FW 320 and ST 351

Available via Ecampus

FW 583, SPECIES RECOVERY PLANNING AND RESTORATION, 3 Credits

The importance of communication in science is stressed and a broad knowledge of endangered species-related information is provided. Students develop the ability to critically evaluate published information in scientific literature and to present and summarize it as part of the collaborative species recovery planning process with a varied audience of stakeholders.

Recommended: FW 563 and FW 573

Available via Ecampus

FW 591, FISH DISEASES IN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY AND AQUACULTURE, 3 Credits

Introduction to diseases of fish including pathogens important to aquaculture and ornamental industries as well as to wild fish populations and conservation programs. CROSSLISTED as FW 491/MB 491 and FW 591/MB 591.

Equivalent to: MB 591

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division fisheries or biology

FW 597, AQUACULTURE, 3 Credits

Principles and practices for the aquaculture of fish, shellfish, and algae.

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biology.

Available via Ecampus

FW 598, AQUACULTURE LABORATORY, 3 Credits

Biology and culture requirements of fish, shellfish, and algae. Emphasis on laboratory culture techniques and practical experience in handling organisms.

Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division biology.

FW 599, SPECIAL TOPICS IN FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

Available via Ecampus

FW 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 606, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 607, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

FW 620, ECOLOGICAL POLICY, 3 Credits

Policy issues associated with ecosystem management, risk assessment, biological diversity, ecosystem health, sustainability, invasive species, bioregionalism, globalization and transnational factors, and rights, ethics, and morals.

Recommended: Background in natural resources, environmental sciences, ecological sciences, ecological economics, political science, or similar discipline.

Available via Ecampus

FW 661, ANALYSIS OF ANIMAL POPULATIONS, 5 Credits

Quantitative methods for estimating parameters (abundance, survival, population stability) of animal populations. Emphasis is on vertebrate animals and statistical methods of hypothesis testing, parameter estimation, and inference testing.

Recommended: ST 511 and ST 512 or equivalent

FW 699, SPECIAL TOPICS IN FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE, 1-4 Credits

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

FW 808, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

HORT 001, SERVICE LEARNING, 0 Credits

Engage in a service-learning or community engagement experience where skills and knowledge are applied to meet an authentic community-identified need. The experience will integrate meaningful community service with reflection. Through readings and discussions, critically reflect on the service in order to increase understanding of the discipline, gain a broader appreciation of the discipline, enhance a sense of civic responsibility, and strengthen connections with communities.

HORT 002, LEADERSHIP, 0 Credits

Provides students with basic personal and interpersonal leadership skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, the leadership experience help students explore motivation, decision-making, time management, power, team building, conflict, ethics, dealing with change, communication skills, and diversity issues.

HORT 003, UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH, 0 Credits

Engage in research activities appropriate to the discipline; and through the research experience, acquire skills, techniques, and knowledge relevant to the field of study. In consultation with a faculty mentor, engage in research activity, and make and execute a plan for a project.

HORT 112, INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURAL SYSTEMS, PRACTICES AND CAREERS, 2 Credits

Overview of horticultural systems and practices, with an emphasis on the Pacific Northwest. Exploration of career opportunities in horticulture. Includes viticulture, environmental landscaping, turf management, greenhouse and nursery production, farming, education, and research. Required field trips.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 120, INTRODUCTION TO HEMP, 3 Credits

Introduces principles and latest research information on greenhouse and field crop production, phytochemistry, propagation, growing, harvesting, postharvest operations such as drying and extraction. Examines different types of hemp, history and products.

HORT 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: HORT 199H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 199H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: HORT 199

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 212, INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

An introduction to organic agricultural systems with a focus on history, regulations, principles and practices, performance, trends, and careers.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 217, *SOCIAL IMPACTS OF SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Contemporary societies provide funding for scientific research, at the same time they struggle with existing and emerging societal problems. This course will discuss how social problems can be addressed by science and technology, and how the impacts of research are quantified.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

Available via Ecampus

HORT 226, LANDSCAPE PLANT MATERIALS I: DECIDUOUS HARDWOODS AND CONIFERS, 4 Credits

Identification of trees, shrubs, vines, and ground covers used in landscape horticulture. Basic plant taxonomy, nomenclature, anatomy, and use of plants in the landscape. Diverse plant material covered with an emphasis on deciduous hardwoods and conifers.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 228, LANDSCAPE PLANT MATERIALS II: SPRING FLOWERING TREES AND SHRUBS, 4 Credits

Identification of trees, shrubs, vines, and ground covers used in landscape horticulture. Basic plant taxonomy, nomenclature, anatomy, and use of plants in the landscape. Diverse plant material covered with an emphasis on spring flowering trees and shrubs.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 251, TEMPERATE TREE FRUIT, BERRIES, GRAPES, AND NUTS, 2 Credits

Covers fruit and nut crops for temperate zones. Emphasis placed on scientific and common names, plant adaptation, basic morphology, major cultivars, and markets. Offered alternate years.

HORT 255, HERBACEOUS ORNAMENTAL PLANT MATERIALS, 3 Credits

Identification and culture of herbaceous plants used in the landscape.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 260, ORGANIC FARMING AND GARDENING, 3 Credits

Organic farming and gardening methods are discussed in class and practiced in the field. The philosophical background of organic farming as well as the biological, environmental and social factors involved in organic food production are covered. Emphasis is on hands-on application of scientific principles to create sustainable food production systems.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 270, INTRODUCTION TO THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE, 3 Credits

Introduces the horticultural therapy profession. Provides an overview of program models for clinical and non-clinical settings. Explores working within an interdisciplinary treatment team in a healthcare setting. Covers basic medical terminology and core concepts of group therapy. Introduces community health and wellness connections, diversity, and stress reduction into the practice of therapeutic horticulture.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 271, THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE TECHNIQUES AND ADAPTIVE STRATEGIES, 2 Credits

Covers the design and development of wellness activities associated with therapeutic horticulture gardens and programs incorporating indoor, outdoor, and seasonal adaptations, strategies, and techniques. Focuses on special needs populations in retirement and long term care communities, vocational and medical rehabilitation facilities, and developmental disabilities settings.

Prerequisite: HORT 270 with D- or better

HORT 272, THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE SKILLS I, 2 Credits

Introduces therapeutic models and skills, task analysis of treatment issues, medical terminology, goal setting, activity planning, assessment, documentation and evaluation, and safety as applied in a therapeutic horticulture milieu. Covers professional and therapeutic topics including learning styles, motivational management, group dynamics, therapeutic use of self, counseling basics, roles within an interdisciplinary team, the leadership role of the therapist, professional ethics, and writing, listening and communication skills.

Prerequisite: HORT 271 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

HORT 273, THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE PROGRAMMING, 2 Credits

Introduces therapeutic horticulture, human development, and intergenerational program models. Covers issues in aging, frailty, dementia, the continuum of care, assessment, documentation, and treatment planning. Includes thematic and seasonal planning; programming for children and seniors; case study writing; marketing and public relations; examples of therapeutic horticulture programs; and characteristics of therapeutic garden design and maintenance.

Prerequisite: HORT 272 with D- or better

HORT 274, THERAPEUTIC HORTICULTURE SKILLS II, 2 Credits

Covers therapeutic and professional skills to work in pediatric, geriatric, developmental disabilities, psychiatric, and offender programs. Includes advanced skills in designing and evaluating 12-month therapeutic activities and programming for frail elderly, pediatric, developmentally disabled, neurologically impaired, and other special needs populations. Focuses on professional skill mastery and continuing education planning.

Prerequisite: HORT 273 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

HORT 275, THERAPEUTIC GARDENS, 3 Credits

Focuses on the design, maintenance and programming of natural and horticultural therapeutic gardens. Includes working with an interdisciplinary team, garden assessment using therapeutic gardening standards, designing restorative settings, planning and conducting group and seasonal sessions, and sensory goals programming for dementia clients. Covers patio and strolling gardens for assisted living facility programs and special needs gardens.

Prerequisite: HORT 274 with D- or better and HORT 380 [D-]

HORT 283, INTRODUCTION TO URBAN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Focuses on the adaption of agricultural principles to the urban environment, specifically the production of plant crops. Topics include: (I) urban environments and infrastructure, (II) urban crop production practices, (III) urban markets and farm management. Exposes students to the breadth of items that they should consider in order to be a successful urban grower.

Recommended: General background or previous coursework in agriculture

Available via Ecampus

HORT 285, PERMACULTURE DESIGN AND THEORY: CERTIFICATE COURSE, 4 Credits

Permaculture design course meets internationally recognized standards for certification. Lectures, hands-on activities, experiential learning, group discussions, readings, student projects and presentations. Two mandatory weekend days. Design intensive, utilizing graphic and verbal presentation skills. Research into other functioning permaculture systems through literature, websites, and as observed on field trips.

This course is repeatable for 8 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 286, PERMACULTURE WATER MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Teaches assessment, mapping, and site designs for installing water retention landscapes using integrated water management strategies. Introduces assessment and analysis of rainwater runoff patterns and calculation of runoff quantities and water usage amounts. Teaches principles of water harvesting used to create functional site designs. Examines rainwater harvesting systems case study designs and teaches to identify both water and solar site resources. Creates an integrated permaculture site design based on design principles, water flow and quantity analysis, and overall site condition assessment. Covers rainwater harvesting cisterns, water harvesting earthworks, their integration with greywater treatment, passive solar design, and planning for vegetation.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 0-16 Credits

Equivalent to: HORT 299H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 299H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: HORT 299

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 300, CROP PRODUCTION IN PACIFIC NORTHWEST AGROECOSYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Relation of crop production to human culture and the natural environment. Origins of agriculture and the processes of agricultural change, and productivity and sustainability of specific crop production systems in the Pacific Northwest. History, geography, resource requirements, and key challenges faced are presented. Fundamental crop production practices in relation to productivity and sustainability. CROSSLISTED as CROP 300/HORT 300.

Equivalent to: CROP 300

Recommended: One year of general biology

Available via Ecampus

HORT 301, GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF HORTICULTURAL CROPS, 3 Credits

Gain fundamental knowledge of plant growth and development of horticultural crops from a micro- to macro-level starting at double fertilization through fruit growth--covering seed-to-seed. The last section specifically examines how environmental factors affect growth and development.

Recommended: General biology or botany sequence.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 303, HORTICULTURAL PROJECTS, 2 Credits

Student-managed crop production projects with emphasis on container grown, greenhouse crops. Crop scheduling, propagation and planting, selecting temperature and lighting regimes, specifying growth regulator applications, nutrient management, irrigation management, pest monitoring, and problem diagnosis and correction.

Recommended: HORT 301

HORT 306, INPUTS IN ORGANIC CROPPING SYSTEMS: SOURCING AND EFFICACY, 2 Credits

Applied course focused on the regulation, sourcing, and efficacy of organic inputs including soil amendments, fertilizers, and pesticides. Gain experience using science-, practice-, and regulation-based information to source and determine effectiveness of inputs in certified organic cropping systems.

Prerequisite: HORT 212 with C- or better and CROP 355 [C-]

Available via Ecampus

HORT 307, ORGANIC SYSTEM PREDICAMENTS, 3 Credits

Analyze controversial organic agriculture and systems issues while developing critical- and systems-thinking skills. Synthesis of information from diverse sources and application of scientific knowledge will be required to recommend possible solutions to real world organic agriculture predicaments.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 308, WEED MANAGEMENT IN ORGANIC CROPPING SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Applied organic weed identification and management course. Learn real-world application of science-, practice-, and regulation-based weed management information while designing and evaluating organic weed management plans for certified organic farming systems.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 310, PLANT PROPAGATION, 3 Credits

Discusses horticultural and physiological principles of plant propagation, and explores the methods and techniques used for laboratory, nursery, greenhouse, orchards, and other agricultural environments. Focuses on the major issues facing plant propagators.

Prerequisite: HORT 301 with D- or better or CROP 200 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

HORT 312, PLANT PROPAGATION LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Conducts laboratory exercises to learn methods of plant propagation for a variety of plant types to maintain the appropriate level of genetic variation. Focuses on regeneration of plants from vegetative and reproductive tissues and organs, while maintaining their genetic potential. Explores the methods and techniques used for laboratory, nursery, greenhouse, orchards, and other agricultural environments to address some of the major issues facing plant propagators.

Prerequisite: HORT 310 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better

HORT 314, PRINCIPLES OF TURFGRASS MAINTENANCE, 4 Credits

Identification and adaptation of common turfgrasses. Physiology of turfgrass growth and response to cultural and environmental stresses. Cultural practices including establishment, general maintenance, and pest control. Field trips required.

Recommended: CSS 205 or CSS 305 or SOIL 205

Available via Ecampus

HORT 315, SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPES: MAINTENANCE, CONSERVATION, RESTORE, 4 Credits

Sustainable care and maintenance practices for non-turf landscape areas. Low input pruning, planting, fertilization, and pest control with an emphasis on IPM. Plant responses to stress, particularly those encountered in the urban environment. Outdoor labs required.

Recommended: Basic knowledge of plant physiology

Available via Ecampus

HORT 316, PLANT NUTRITION, 4 Credits

Basic concepts and principles of plant mineral nutrition that provide a basis for solving practical nutritional problems in horticultural crops. Areas covered include mineral nutrients, nutrient availability in the soil and plant uptake, nutrient deficiencies and toxicities and their causes and remedies, and plant and soil analysis.

Prerequisite: CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better or SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

HORT 318, ^APPLIED ECOLOGY OF MANAGED ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Survey of ecological processes in managed ecosystems emphasizing ecological management techniques. Ecosystem services; biodiversity management; weed dynamics; agroecology; urban ecology; restoration and mitigation; landscape management. Field trip required.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Available via Ecampus

HORT 319, RESTORATION HORTICULTURE, 3 Credits

As world population increases to some 9 billion plus by 2044, the importance of ecologically sound horticultural practices becomes increasingly apparent. Integration of ecological concepts and theory in management and development of created landscapes is critical for the preservation of many ecological services currently provided by undeveloped areas.

Recommended: WR 121Z with proficiency in writing skills and ability to communicate through writing. Basic ecology course or practical experience providing understanding of ecological principals and concepts

HORT 330, *PESTS, PLAGUES AND POLITICS, 3 Credits

Explores the interaction between humans and insects over the course of history up to the modern era. Examines the interaction of entomology with other aspects of society including agriculture, natural resources, engineering, public health, humanities, business, and geopolitics. Explores how entomology has been inextricably linked with, and contributes to, technological advancements by human society. Develops the ability to analyze relationships among science, technology, and society and to articulate critical perspectives on how those relationships have shaped human society. CROSSLISTED as ENT 300/HORT 330.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

Equivalent to: ENT 300

Recommended: Critical thinking, synthesis, and writing skills

Available via Ecampus

HORT 331, *POLLINATORS IN PERIL, 3 Credits

Pollinators, human influences on pollination systems, and the potential consequences of pollinator decline. An introduction to the skills needed to investigate media reports and multidisciplinary scientific research. Effects of pesticides, habitat fragmentation, climate change, invasive species, pests, pathogens, and other threats to pollinators in critical natural and agricultural systems around the world. CROSSLISTED as ENT 331/HORT 331.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Equivalent to: ENT 331

Recommended: Completion of a Baccalaureate Core biological science course

Available via Ecampus

HORT 344, INSECT AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT IN ORGANIC CROPPING SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Emphasizes basic concepts of applied entomology and plant pathology. Focuses on real-world application of science-, practice-, and regulation-based insect and disease management information in certified organic cropping systems. Designs and evaluates organic insect and disease management toolboxes and plans using the National Organic Program as a starting point as well as detailed farm case studies and research-based management information.

Prerequisite: BOT 220 with D- or better or CROP 200 with D- or better or HORT 301 with D- or better or ((BI 211 with D- or better or BI 211H with D- or better) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-]) and (BI 213 [D-] or BI 213H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-])) or (BI 204 [D-] and BI 205 [D-] and BI 206 [D-])

Available via Ecampus

HORT 349, DIAGNOSING PLANT PROBLEMS, 3 Credits

Basic principles of problem diagnosis in crop, garden, and landscape plants are covered. Problems caused by cultural and environmental issues, plant diseases, insect pests, and other causes are addressed. Students will gain familiarity with resources for plant problem diagnosis.

Recommended: Background in basic biology, plant pathology and/or entomology from a university or practical setting

Available via Ecampus

HORT 350, URBAN FORESTRY, 3 Credits

Introduction to principles and practices of planting and managing trees as a system of urban environment; understanding the economic, environmental, social aspects of urban forests, and an overview of contemporary land use issues and societal perspectives between people and plants. CROSSLISTED as FES 350/HORT 350.

Equivalent to: FES 350

Recommended: Foundational forestry and horticulture courses

Available via Ecampus

HORT 351, FLORICULTURE AND GREENHOUSE SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

For students interested in growing plants in commercial or educational greenhouses. Actively explores the production and scheduling of floriculture crops for various markets. Combines the practical aspects of growing floral crops under environments created by traditional and technologically advanced greenhouses. Greenhouse structures and crop environment manipulation will be emphasized. Students actively manage a floriculture crop and are responsible for developing and implementing production schedules, and for making key decisions on the culture of diverse floral crops.

Recommended: HORT 301

HORT 358, LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES, 4 Credits

Study of landscape construction process from initial site analysis to finished landscape. Techniques used in building hardscape and landscape areas. Field trips required.

HORT 360, IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE, 4 Credits

Familiarizes students with the principles and practices of irrigation and drainage systems. Optimum use of water, irrigation and drainage system design, installation, repairs, and troubleshooting are emphasized.

Prerequisite: CSS 305 with D- or better or CSS 205 with D- or better or ((SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better) and (SOIL 206 [D-] or SOIL 206H [D-] or FOR 206 [D-]))

Available via Ecampus

HORT 361, PLANT NURSERY SYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Covers how to grow shrubs and trees, and herbaceous annuals and perennials in nurseries for use in urban landscapes and managed ecosystems such as forestry and restoration. Plant nursery systems are diverse and require intensive management involving a dynamic decision making process. This course actively explores field and container production systems as well as the marketing of plants, an overview of plant growth regulation and post-production handling, the influence of efficient production practices on plant quality, integrating pest management strategies, and natural resource utilization.

Recommended: HORT 301

HORT 380, SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE DESIGN, 3 Credits

The assessment of design problems/situations, the development of solutions and the communication of those solutions to the client through the design. Specific topics include designing for ecosystem maintenance/enhancement, introduction to computer-aided design (CAD), using color in landscape designs and rendering section/elevation views.

HORT 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 402, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: HORT 405H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 405H, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: HORT 405

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 406, PROJECTS: DATA PRESENTATIONS, 1 Credit

For any student doing research, to learn to develop and evaluate poster and slide presentations containing scientific data. Students are exposed to a variety of scientific disciplines as they prepare and critique their own and other students' posters and oral presentations. Students improve written and oral communication skills. Letter grade is based on participation, improvement, and the quality of a final poster project and oral presentation. Offered winter term. CROSSLISTED as BRR 406/HORT 406.

Equivalent to: BRR 406

HORT 407, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

Equivalent to: CROP 407, SOIL 407

Available via Ecampus

HORT 408, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 409, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-12 Credits

Work internship to acquaint horticulture majors with the practices of the horticulture industry. Under direction of departmental internship committee. Requires approved statement of intent, submission of employer and employee evaluation forms and written report.

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 411, HORTICULTURE BOOK CLUB, 1 Credit

Reading and discussion of noteworthy books and associated topics relating to agriculture, society and the environment.

This course is repeatable for 2 credits.

HORT 412, CAREER EXPLORATION: INTERNSHIPS AND RESEARCH PROJECTS, 1 Credit

Provides orientation to the horticulture major internship and research project requirement. Covers procedures for selecting, performing, and reporting on an internship or research project. Includes guidance and skill development valuable in the pursuit of horticultural career goals, such as cover letter and resume preparation and interviewing experience.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 414, PRECISION AGRICULTURE, 4 Credits

Provides insight into the technology available to support precision agriculture and data management planning applications. Examines the concepts and applications of precision agriculture to teach practical use of hardware, equipment and software. An overview of current technology including autonomous vehicles, GPS, soil and crop proximal sensors, imagery and mapping, variable rate control systems, and yield monitors. CROSSLISTED as CROP 414/HORT 414.

Equivalent to: CROP 414

Available via Ecampus

HORT 418, GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE, 4 Credits

Basic aspects of golf course maintenance under temperate zone conditions.

Recommended: HORT 314

Available via Ecampus

HORT 421, HERBS, SPICES, AND MEDICINAL PLANTS, 3 Credits

Principles of crop ecology, morphology, chemistry and utilization of natural products of herbs, spices, and medicinal plants (HSMP). Examines the history and importance of HSMP, their historic and modern uses, current market trends, botany, collection in the wild, fundamentals of production systems for HSMP, harvesting, drying, and other postharvest operations, natural products and their uses, regulations and legal concerns of herbal products.

Recommended: CROP 200 or equivalent horticulture course

Available via Ecampus

HORT 433, SYSTEMATICS AND ADAPTATION OF VEGETABLE CROPS, 4 Credits

Covers the botanical and taxonomic relationships, breeding systems and adaptation of vegetable crops. Fresh material is used to illustrate varietal differences and traits of importance. CROSSLISTED as CROP 433/HORT 433.

Prerequisite: BI 102 with D- or better or BI 213 with D- or better or BI 213H with D- or better or BI 223 with D- or better or BI 223H with D- or better or BI 311 with D- or better or BI 311H with D- or better or HORT 430 with D- or better or CSS 430 with D- or better or PBG 430 with D- or better or HORT 450 with D- or better or CSS 450 with D- or better or PBG 450 with D- or better

Equivalent to: CROP 433

HORT 444, INSECT AGROECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Agroecology incorporates ecological concepts and principles to the design and management of sustainable agricultural systems. Topics include: the role of insects in sustainable agricultural systems; application of the principles of insect ecology to better manage insect pests and maximize crop yield; conserving beneficial insects and other natural resources in agroecosystems and the surrounding landscape. CROSSLISTED as ENT 444/HORT 444.

Equivalent to: ENT 444

Recommended: General background or previous course work in entomology.

HORT 447, ARBORICULTURE, 4 Credits

The principles and practices of arboriculture, the art and science of selecting, planting, establishing and maintaining trees in urban, suburban, commercial and residential landscapes. CROSSLISTED as FES 447/HORT 447.

Equivalent to: FES 447

Recommended: (FES 241 or HORT 226 or HORT 228) and (FOR 111 or HORT 112)

Available via Ecampus

HORT 453, GRAPEVINE GROWTH AND PHYSIOLOGY, 3 Credits

The physiological aspects of grapevine growth and development including dormancy, flowering and fruit set, vegetative growth, fruit development and water relations. Additional topics include taxonomy, morphology and physiological influences of vineyard mesoclimate and vine microclimate.

Prerequisite: HORT 301 with C- or better

HORT 454, PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF VINEYARD PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

The relationship of vineyard and canopy management to grapevine physiology and fruit quality. Nutrient/water relations within the soil/vine continuum. Vineyard microclimate, floor management, and pests will also be discussed.

Prerequisite: HORT 301 with D- or better

Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in HORT 453

HORT 455, URBAN FOREST PLANNING, POLICY AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Examination of planning, policy, and management strategies used in the stewardship of urban natural resources. Fundamentals for developing effective programs to maximize the economic, environmental, and social values and benefits of urban forest landscapes. CROSSLISTED as FES 455/HORT 455.

Prerequisite: FES 350 with C- or better or HORT 350 with C- or better

Equivalent to: FES 455

Available via Ecampus

HORT 456, PHYSIOLOGY AND PRODUCTION OF BERRY CROPS, 4 Credits

Physiology and production systems of blueberries, red and black raspberries, blackberries, and other berry crops. Emphasis on plant growth and development; flower and fruit development; cultivars; pruning and training systems; irrigation; harvesting; nutrient management; and conventional and organic production systems.

Prerequisite: HORT 301 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

HORT 463, SEED BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Information about reproductive development of plants such as pollination and fertilization, which is important for the initiation of seed formation, will be provided. Embryo and endosperm development as well as accumulation of seed storage materials, which are major events during seed development, will be covered, as well as the dormancy and germination mechanisms in mature seeds. CROSSLISTED as CROP 463/HORT 463.

Equivalent to: CROP 463

HORT 480, CASE STUDIES IN CROPPING SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Analyzes decision cases involving the production of field and horticultural crops; individual and group activities; discussion of the decision-making process. CROSSLISTED as CROP 480/HORT 480.

Equivalent to: CROP 480

Recommended: CROP 300/HORT 300 or HORT 301; prior knowledge of plant physiology, soils, entomology, weed science, plant pathology, and plant nutrition

Available via Ecampus

HORT 482, DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT OF ORGANIC CROPPING SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Iteratively design and evaluate organic farming system management plans. Apply real-world science-, practice-, and regulation-based information to the design and management of organic farming systems.

Prerequisite: HORT 212 with C- or better and CROP 355 [C-] and HORT 306 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] and HORT 307 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] and HORT 308 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] and HORT 344 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] and SOIL 360 (may be taken concurrently) [C-]

Available via Ecampus

HORT 483, CASE STUDIES IN URBAN AGRICULTURE, 3 Credits

Provides an overview of the diversity of endeavors that are available to potential urban agriculturists. These include urban and peri-urban farms (for profit and non-profit), community and school gardens, controlled climate facilities, rooftop farms and gardens, and more. For each case study, we will specifically examine: (1) the market where the farmer sells goods, (2) methods of achieving growth, particularly while avoiding debt, (3) increasing livelihood reliance upon on-farm income.

Recommended: General background or previous coursework in agriculture

Available via Ecampus

HORT 485, ADVANCED PERMACULTURE DESIGN TOOLS FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE, 3 Credits

Understand how permaculture as a design system can create sustainable human habitation that is beneficial to the natural world. Use tools specific to permaculture designers to assess, analyze, and project future climate scenarios and respond to them with appropriate design. Climate analogue identification and climate change forecasting provide the basis for a student assessment project that addresses current and future climatic conditions. Assessment and mapping assignments utilize Google Earth Pro, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.

Prerequisite: HORT 285 with B or better

Available via Ecampus

HORT 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

HORT 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 506, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 509, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 510, INTERNSHIP, 1-12 Credits

Offered via Ecampus only.

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

HORT 511, RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONAL PERSPECTIVES IN HORTICULTURE, 2 Credits

Introduces beginning graduate students to the faculty in horticulture and provides an in-depth discussion of their research and education programs.

HORT 518, CURRENT TOPICS IN ENTOMOLOGY, 2 Credits

Provides an advanced understanding of entomology and its relationship to other disciplines through critical analysis of the scientific literature. Practice synthesizing information and presenting findings to peers. Instructors, topics, and specific learning objectives vary from term to term. CROSSLISTED as ENT 518/HORT 518.

Equivalent to: ENT 518

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

HORT 519, CURRENT TOPICS IN PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS, 2 Credits

Provides an advanced understanding of plant breeding and genetics and their relationship to other disciplines through critical analysis of the scientific literature. Practice synthesizing information and presenting findings to peers. Instructors, topics, and specific learning objectives vary from term to term. CROSSLISTED as HORT 519/PBG 519.

Equivalent to: PBG 519

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

HORT 520, CURRENT TOPICS IN HORTICULTURAL RESEARCH, 2 Credits

Provides an advanced understanding of horticulture science and its relationship to other disciplines through critical analysis of the scientific literature. Practice synthesizing information and presenting findings to peers. Instructors, topics and specific learning objectives vary from term to term.

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

HORT 521, HERBS, SPICES, AND MEDICINAL PLANTS, 3 Credits

Principles of crop ecology, morphology, chemistry and utilization of natural products of herbs, spices, and medicinal plants (HSMP). Examines the history and importance of HSMP, their historic and modern uses, current market trends, botany, collection in the wild, fundamentals of production systems for HSMP, harvesting, drying, and other postharvest operations, natural products and their uses, regulations and legal concerns of herbal products.

Recommended: CROP 200 or equivalent course in HORT.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 533, SYSTEMATICS AND ADAPTATION OF VEGETABLE CROPS, 4 Credits

Covers the botanical and taxonomic relationships, breeding systems and adaptation of vegetable crops. Fresh material is used to illustrate varietal differences and traits of importance. CROP 533/HORT 533.

Equivalent to: CROP 533

Recommended: BI 102 or BI 213 or BI 223 or BI 311 or HORT 430 or CSS 430 or PBG 430 or HORT 450 or CSS 450 or PBG 450

HORT 544, INSECT AGROECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Agroecology incorporates ecological concepts and principles to the design and management of sustainable agricultural systems. Topics include: the role of insects in sustainable agricultural systems; application of the principles of insect ecology to better manage insect pests and maximize crop yield; conserving beneficial insects and other natural resources in agroecosystems and the surrounding landscape. CROSSLISTED as ENT 544/HORT 544.

Equivalent to: ENT 544

Recommended: General background or previous course work in entomology.

HORT 547, ARBORICULTURE, 4 Credits

The principles and practices of arboriculture, the art and science of selecting, planting, establishing and maintaining trees in urban, suburban, commercial and residential landscapes. CROSSLISTED as FES 547/HORT 547.

Equivalent to: FES 547

Recommended: (FES 241 or HORT 226 or HORT 228) and (FOR 111 or HORT 112)

Available via Ecampus

HORT 555, URBAN FOREST PLANNING, POLICY AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Examination of planning, policy, and management strategies used in the stewardship of urban natural resources. Fundamentals for developing effective programs to maximize the economic, environmental, and social values and benefits of urban forest landscapes. CROSSLISTED as FES 555/HORT 555.

Equivalent to: FES 555

Recommended: FES 350 or HORT 350

Available via Ecampus

HORT 556, PHYSIOLOGY AND PRODUCTION OF BERRY CROPS, 4 Credits

Physiology and production systems of blueberries, red and black raspberries, blackberries, and other berry crops. Emphasis on plant growth and development; flower and fruit development; cultivars; pruning and training systems; irrigation; harvesting; nutrient management; and conventional and organic production systems.

Available via Ecampus

HORT 563, SEED BIOLOGY, 3 Credits

Information about reproductive development of plants such as pollination and fertilization, which is important for the initiation of seed formation, will be provided. Embryo and endosperm development as well as accumulation of seed storage materials, which are major events during seed development, will be covered, as well as the dormancy and germination mechanisms in mature seeds. CROSSLISTED as CROP 563/HORT 563.

Equivalent to: CROP 563

HORT 573, VINEYARD OPERATIONS, 3 Credits

Examines operations lifecycle of a grape farm (vineyard) from the annual production cycle to the productive life of a vineyard from pre-development to termination. Emphasizes wine grape vineyards and links the annual and lifetime operations to winery production and marketing. Develops a solid understanding of the process timeline and inputs required in commercial vineyard production. Explores decision-making about vineyard development planning, planning for annual management practices, planning for in-season production, and practices that occur in the pre-planting, development, and management stages.

HORT 580, CASE STUDIES IN CROPPING SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Analyzes decision cases involving the production of field and horticultural crops; individual and group activities; discussion of the decision-making process. CROSSLISTED as CROP 580/HORT 580.

Equivalent to: CROP 580

Available via Ecampus

HORT 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 603, DISSERTATION, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

HORT 605, READING & CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 606, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 607, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 608, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

HORT 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 242, PERSONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, 3 Credits

Examines content related to leadership traits, styles, and effective leadership tactics. An introductory course designed to create awareness and develop the employability skills necessary for participants to be productive contributors in their school, home, community and profession.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 252, *MULTICULTURAL LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

Explores and examines the dynamic subject of multicultural leadership from multiple perspectives, using examples from throughout the U.S. and around the world, and employs an international lens for inquiry. Emphasizes "effective" leadership across cultures; cultural styles and awareness; social dimensions of culture; leading with cultural intelligence, and multicultural leadership effectiveness. Builds multicultural leadership competencies in order to create effective and mindful leaders. Prepares students to be global leaders in their prospective communities.

Attributes: CPCD – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Cultural Diversity

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 342, *TEAM AND ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

Examines the planning, implementation and evaluation of organizations, and challenges students in the development of effective communication, group dynamics, conflict management, teambuilding and problem solving. Students will explore the development of successful teams, multiple roles within teams, improving group performance, group decision making, how to manage conflict in teams, enhancing diversity in teams, creating a culture of creativity and innovation, and the evaluation of teams.

Attributes: CPSI – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Social Processes & Institutions

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 401, LEADERSHIP RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 409, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 410, LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 430, FOUNDATIONS OF ADVENTURE LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

Examines leadership concepts utilized in adventure education and provides a foundation for leadership opportunities. Presents an overview of the history, theoretical foundations and utilization of adventure leadership. Focused leadership topics include theoretical foundations of adventure leadership, learning styles in effective leadership, facilitation techniques in leadership activities, and situational leadership tactics.

LEAD 432, BACKCOUNTRY LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

Prepares students to be leaders in outdoor settings by building the practical and logistical skills needed in the effective delivery of courses and/or trips. Covers the teaching skills and essentials for trip leaders in the wilderness, including trip planning, logistics, risk management, and group interaction in the backcountry. Focuses on leadership development and leading groups, focus on special populations, social justice, and situational leadership skills.

Recommended: Previous outdoor recreation understanding; critical thinking, leadership, and problem solving skills

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 433, TEACHING AND LEADING TECHNIQUES FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, 3 Credits

Plans and executes an activity course for students, including class sessions and at least one outing. Emphasizes teaching and leading groups through outdoor activities at a professional level, including risk management, trip logistics, policies, response plans, evacuation skills, situational leadership theory, and group development. Explores their personal leadership styles and how to adapt based on the group's needs. Instructor guides student through implementation and reflection of leadership skills and styles throughout the course.

Prerequisite: LEAD 432 with C or better

LEAD 442, LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR CAREER SUCCESS, 3 Credits

Focuses on the development and refinement of the following leadership skills: utilizing diversity, team building, project management, program planning models, working with difficult people, conflict management, leading change, establishing an effective network, organizational strategies, and emotional intelligence.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 443, LEADERSHIP THROUGH CONVERSATIONS, 3 Credits

Engages students in the exploration of conversations as a component of leadership. Students will engage in topics related to developing effective conversations, listening, conversation styles, group dynamics, digital communication, meetings as conversations and interviewing skills.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 444, LEADERSHIP MINOR CAPSTONE, 2 Credits

Capstone course for students completing the Leadership minor. Students will reflect on what they have learned through the Leadership minor and how to apply that learning in the context of their future careers.

Recommended: LEAD 242 and LEAD 342

LEAD 501, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 502, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 506, SPECIAL PROBLEMS/SPECIAL PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 509, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

LEAD 510, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 530, FOUNDATIONS OF ADVENTURE LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

Examines leadership concepts utilized in adventure education and provides a foundation for leadership opportunities. Presents an overview of the history, theoretical foundations and utilization of adventure leadership. Focused leadership topics include theoretical foundations of adventure leadership, learning styles in effective leadership, facilitation techniques in leadership activities, and situational leadership tactics.

LEAD 532, BACKCOUNTRY LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

Prepares students to be leaders in outdoor settings by building the practical and logistical skills needed in the effective delivery of courses and/or trips. Covers the teaching skills and essentials for trip leaders in the wilderness, including trip planning, logistics, risk management, and group interaction in the backcountry. Focuses on leadership development and leading groups, focus on special populations, social justice, and situational leadership skills.

Recommended: Previous outdoor recreation understanding

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 533, TEACHING AND LEADING TECHNIQUES FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, 3 Credits

Plans and executes an activity course for students, including class sessions and at least one outing. Emphasizes teaching and leading groups through outdoor activities at a professional level, including risk management, trip logistics, policies, response plans, evacuation skills, situational leadership theory, and group development. Explores their personal leadership styles and how to adapt based on the group's needs. Instructor guides student through implementation and reflection of leadership skills and styles throughout the course.

Prerequisite: LEAD 532 with C or better

LEAD 542, LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR CAREER SUCCESS, 3 Credits

Focuses on the development and refinement of the following leadership skills: utilizing diversity, team building, project management, program planning models, working with difficult people, conflict management, leading change, establishing an effective network, organizational strategies, and emotional intelligence.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 543, LEADERSHIP THROUGH CONVERSATIONS, 3 Credits

Engages students in the exploration of conversations as a component of leadership. Students will engage in topics related to developing effective conversations, listening, conversation styles, group dynamics, digital communication, meetings as conversations and interviewing skills.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 580, LEADING AUTHENTICALLY: FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP, 3 Credits

The foundational course for students in graduate leadership coursework. Students will explore leadership theories to develop an understanding of how to be an authentic leader. Students will analyze and apply course content in relation to their own personal leadership experiences and gain perspectives and tools to influence their future.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 581, LEADING OTHERS:ENHANCING TEAM AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE, 3 Credits

A foundational course for group, team, and organizational leadership. Throughout this course, you will become familiar with the necessary conditions for designing effective teams and work groups, best practices and processes needed for maximum productivity, strategies to resolve common issues in teams, and methods to evaluate team performance.

Available via Ecampus

LEAD 582, LEADING CHANGE: LEADING, MOTIVATING, AND EMPOWERING OTHERS, 3 Credits

Examines and synthesizes leadership content to form a personal and professional foundation for being remarkable. Drawing on 15 different being remarkable qualities, students will be challenged to develop and apply the skills needed for leadership success.

Available via Ecampus

PBG 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: PBG 199H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 199H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: PBG 199

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: PBG 299H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 299H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: PBG 299

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 99 credits.

PBG 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: PBG 405H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 405H, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: PBG 405

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 409, TEACHING PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-12 Credits

Offered via Ecampus only.

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

PBG 430, PLANT GENETICS, 3 Credits

Introduction to the principles of plant genetics with an emphasis on the structure and function of economically important plant genomes.

Recommended: One year of biology and chemistry

Available via Ecampus

PBG 431, PLANT GENETICS RECITATION, 1 Credit

Review and demonstration of plant genetics principles.

PBG 440, PRINCIPLES OF PLANT TISSUE CULTURE, 3 Credits

Explores principles of plant tissue culture including explant source, environment, and aseptic techniques. Examines techniques and culture methods including callus, somatic embryogenesis, and micropropagation. Contextualizes modern biotechnology techniques rooted in tissue culture, emphasizing themes of plant genetics and physiology as they pertain to successful tissue culture.

Recommended: One full year of general biology and BOT 220 or CROP 200 or HORT 301; analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills

Available via Ecampus

PBG 441, PLANT TISSUE CULTURE, 4 Credits

Principles, methods, and applications of plant tissue culture. Laboratory is important part of course. Topics include callus culture, regeneration, somaclonal variation, micropropagation, anther culture, somatic hybridization, and transformation.

Recommended: (BI 311 and BOT 331) or PBG 430

PBG 442, PLANT TISSUE CULTURE LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Practice and develop skills pertinent to various tissue culture techniques. Employ aseptic technique with a variety of culture types and categorize different potential sources of contamination. Interpret lab results in the context of theories and topics explored in PBG 440/PBG 540.

Prerequisite: PBG 440 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Recommended: One full year of general biology and BOT 220 or CROP 200 or HORT 301

PBG 450, PLANT BREEDING, 4 Credits

An introduction to the genetic improvement of self-pollinated, cross-pollinated, and asexually propagated species and the genetic principles on which breeding methods are based. Examples are drawn from a wide range of crops, including cereal grains, grasses, fruits, nuts, and vegetables; guest lecturers discuss their breeding programs. Additional topics include crop evaluation, germplasm preservation, disease resistance, and biotechnology.

Prerequisite: PBG 430 with D- or better

Recommended: BI 311

Available via Ecampus

PBG 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: PBG 499H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 499H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: PBG 499

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 501, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

PBG 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 506, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 509, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-3 Credits

Developing skills and competence in teaching under staff supervision; organization and presentation of instructional material by assisting in laboratory, recitation, and lectures. CROSSLISTED as CROP 509/ENT 509/PBG 509/SOIL 509.

Equivalent to: CROP 509, ENT 509, SOIL 509

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

PBG 510, INTERNSHIP, 4 Credits

Offered via Ecampus only.

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

PBG 513, PLANT GENETIC ENGINEERING, 3 Credits

Principles, methods, and recent developments in the genetic engineering of higher plants.

Recommended: (BI 311 and BOT 331) or (PBG 430 or PBG 530)

PBG 519, CURRENT TOPICS IN PLANT BREEDING AND GENETICS, 2 Credits

Provides an advanced understanding of plant breeding and genetics and their relationship to other disciplines through critical analysis of the scientific literature. Practice synthesizing information and presenting findings to peers. Instructors, topics, and specific learning objectives vary from term to term. CROSSLISTED as HORT 519/PBG 519.

Equivalent to: HORT 519

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

PBG 530, PLANT GENETICS, 3 Credits

Introduction to the principles of plant genetics with an emphasis on the structure and function of economically important plant genomes.

Recommended: One year of biology and chemistry

PBG 540, PRINCIPLES OF PLANT TISSUE CULTURE, 3 Credits

Explores principles of plant tissue culture including explant source, environment, and aseptic techniques. Examines techniques and culture methods including callus, somatic embryogenesis, and micropropagation. Contextualizes modern biotechnology techniques rooted in tissue culture, emphasizing themes of plant genetics and physiology as they pertain to successful tissue culture.

Available via Ecampus

PBG 541, PLANT TISSUE CULTURE, 4 Credits

Principles, methods, and applications of plant tissue culture. Laboratory is important part of course. Topics include callus culture, regeneration, somaclonal variation, micropropagation, anther culture, somatic hybridization, and transformation.

Equivalent to: MCB 541

Recommended: (BI 311 and BOT 331) or PBG 430

PBG 542, PLANT TISSUE CULTURE LABORATORY, 1 Credit

Practice and develop skills pertinent to various tissue culture techniques. Employ aseptic technique with a variety of culture types and categorize different potential sources of contamination. Interpret lab results in the context of theories and topics explored in PBG 440/PBG 540.

Prerequisite: PBG 540 (may be taken concurrently) with C or better

PBG 550, PLANT BREEDING, 4 Credits

An introduction to the genetic improvement of self-pollinated, cross-pollinated, and asexually propagated species and the genetic principles on which breeding methods are based. Example are drawn from a wide range of crops, including cereal grains, grasses, fruits, nuts, and vegetables; guest lecturers discuss their breeding programs. Additional topics include crop evaluation, germplasm preservation, disease resistance, and biotechnology.

Recommended: BI 311 or PBG 430 or PBG 530

Available via Ecampus

PBG 551, BREEDING CLONAL CROPS, 1 Credit

The overall goal of the course is to gain fundamental knowledge of breeding methods for clonal crops; these methods are different from those used for seed-propagated crops. Specific examples from a wide array of plant species (tree fruits, berries, tree nuts, potato, sweet potato, cassava, cacao) will be provided to illustrate application of the fundamental knowledge.

Prerequisite: PBG 450 with C or better or PBG 550 with C or better

PBG 552, PLANT BREEDING AND SEED PRODUCTION IN ORGANIC SYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Genetic improvement and seed propagation of self-pollinated and cross-pollinated crops bred for and used in organic production. The philosophical basis for organic agriculture will be reviewed in the context of what breeding technologies are allowed and why. Important traits for adaptation to organic production will be described. Models for organic plant breeding and examples of such programs are provided.

Prerequisite: PBG 530 with D or better

Recommended: BI 311 or PBG 430

Available via Ecampus

PBG 556, CROP PLANT DOMESTICATION, 2 Credits

Learning is based on discussion of the contemporary literature on crop plant origins and domestication. The major agronomic and horticultural crops will be covered. Topics include primary centers of domestication, traits altered by domestication, effect of genetic architecture and local ecology on domestication, and importance of genetic diversity to current plant improvement efforts.

PBG 557, PLANTS AND PATENTS, 2 Credits

Learn about different methods of intellectual property protection in agriculture with a focus on plant patents, plant variety protection and utility patents. The rights, current issues and restrictions that different types of patents allow will be presented through reading the current literature.

PBG 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 601, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 603, DISSERTATION, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

PBG 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 607, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

PBG 609, PRACTICUM IN TEACHING, 1-3 Credits

Developing skills and competence in teaching under staff supervision; organization and presentation of instructional material by assisting in laboratory, recitation, and lectures.

Equivalent to: CROP 609, ENT 609, SOIL 609

This course is repeatable for 9 credits.

PBG 620, INTRODUCTION TO MOLECULAR MARKERS, 2 Credits

Principles and methods for molecular marker discovery and analysis.

Equivalent to: MCB 620

Recommended: BI 311 or PBG 430 or PBG 530

PBG 621, GENETIC MAPPING AND ASSOCIATION, 2 Credits

Principles and methods for genetic map construction and genome-wide association studies.

Equivalent to: MCB 621

Recommended: BI 311 or PBG 430 or PBG 530

PBG 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 121, *INTRODUCTION TO WILDLAND ECOLOGY, 4 Credits

Ecological principles will be applied to understand contemporary issues related to wildlands, specifically the rangeland biomes that comprises over 50% of the Earth's surface (FAO, SRM, USDA ERS). Topics to be covered fall into the following categories: Fundamentals of Ecology; Animals (wildlife & livestock); Disturbance (e.g., invasive species, fire, mineral extraction, etc.); Ecosystem Goods & Services (e.g., carbon sequestration, watersheds, biodiversity, recreation, etc.). The course will largely focus on U.S. wildlands, however a portion will examine the ecology and issues of international rangelands in Africa, Eurasia, Australia, and South America.

Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science

Available via Ecampus

RNG 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: RNG 299H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 299H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: RNG 299

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 341, PRINCIPLES OF RANGELAND ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Describes the ecology and management of North American rangelands with an emphasis on a holistic understanding of rangelands as social-ecological systems. Examines ecosystem goods and services, ecosystem function, disturbance ecology, and management frameworks and principles. Analyzes contemporary issues that threaten the health of rangelands including those that cause conflicts among stakeholders.

Prerequisite: ((BI 221 with D or better or BI 221H with D or better) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D])) or ((BI 211 [D] or BI 211H [D]) and (BI 212 [D] or BI 212H [D]) and (BI 213 [D] or BI 213H [D])) or (BI 204 [D] and BI 205 [D] and BI 206 [D])

Available via Ecampus

RNG 351, ECOLOGY OF GRASSLAND ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Describe and differentiate the spatio-temporal dynamics of North American grassland ecosystems including structure, function, and processes. Explore water, nutrient cycles and energy pathways as affected by driving forces of climate, herbivory, and fire.

Recommended: RNG 341

Available via Ecampus

RNG 352, ECOLOGY OF SHRUBLAND ECOSYSTEMS, 3 Credits

Describe and differentiate stress and disturbance impacts on shrubland ecosystems using an autecological approach. Explores the effects of climate, fire, and herbivory on plant morphology, physiology, reproduction, and growth. Evaluate and compare life histories of common shrubs and shrubland communities.

Recommended: RNG 341

Available via Ecampus

RNG 353, WILDLAND PLANT IDENTIFICATION, 4 Credits

Identify common plant species of grassland, shrubland and woodland ecosystems of North America and describe their ecological, cultural and economic importance. Use ecological, morphological and anatomical characteristics to identify plant species. Design and conduct plant inventories, collect and press voucher specimens and utilize dichotomous keys, hand lenses and microscopes to identify plant species.

Recommended: Coursework in botany or rangeland sciences

Available via Ecampus

RNG 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 403, SENIOR THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 406, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 407, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

This course is repeatable for 6 credits.

RNG 421, RANGELAND RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Describe and evaluate principles, tools and techniques guiding the restoration of degraded rangelands including grassland, shrubland, woodland, riparian and dry forest ecosystems. Identify and understand ecological factors, processes, stressors and pressures that interact to determine ecological health, resistance and resilience. Manipulate plants, soil, animals and microenvironments to improve ecosystem function and services. Conduct site assessments to identify key causes of degradation, and create restoration and management solutions that incorporates ecological, economic, and social factors.

Prerequisite: ((BI 221 with D or better or BI 221H with D or better) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D])) or ((BI 211 [D] or BI 211H [D]) and (BI 212 [D] or BI 212H [D]) and (BI 213 [D] or BI 213H [D])) or (BI 204 [D] and BI 205 [D] and BI 206 [D])

Recommended: Coursework in soils and ecology

Available via Ecampus

RNG 441, VEGETATION MONITORING AND ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

Describe techniques and methods used to measure, monitor and analyze vegetation attributes and natural resource data in shrubland, grassland, and forest ecosystems. Topics include sampling principles and design; protocol development; inventory and monitoring; field methods; analysis, evaluation and interpretation of resource data. Field-oriented course, emphasizing both theory and practice.

Prerequisite: ((BI 221 with D or better or BI 221H with D or better) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D])) or ((BI 211 [D] or BI 211H [D]) and (BI 212 [D] or BI 212H [D]) and (BI 213 [D] or BI 213H [D])) or (BI 204 [D] and BI 205 [D] and BI 206 [D])

Recommended: Coursework in ecology

Available via Ecampus

RNG 442, RANGELAND-ANIMAL RELATIONS, 4 Credits

Examines ecological principles of domesticated livestock grazing and their applications to the management of rangelands. Emphasizes sustainability of ecosystem goods and services including grazing effects on individual plants, plant communities and ecosystems. Analyzes grazing management principles to integrate livestock production and enhance ecological goods and services.

Prerequisite: (( (BI 221 with D or better or BI 221H with D or better) and (BI 222 [D] or BI 222H [D]) and (BI 223 [D] or BI 223H [D])) or ((BI 211 [D] or BI 211H [D]) and (BI 212 [D] or BI 212H [D]) and (BI 213 [D] or BI 213H [D])) or (BI 204 [D] and BI 205 [D] and BI 206 [D])) and RNG 341 [D]

Recommended: Coursework in soils and ecology

Available via Ecampus

RNG 448, LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION ON PASTURE, 4 Credits

Focuses on grazing management in cultivated pastures in Oregon and other regions with similar agro-ecological conditions. Become familiar with the basic principles of pasture production, grazing management and feed planning and management in large and small ruminant production systems. Provides information on the underlying factors affecting pasture and animal production and product quality in pasture-based production systems. CROSSLISTED as ANS 448/CROP 448/RNG 448.

Equivalent to: ANS 448, CROP 448

RNG 455, RIPARIAN ECOHYDROLOGY AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

A systems approach to study ecological and hydrological relationships occurring in riparian ecosystems. The class is focused on gaining knowledge of multiple connections between soil, water, and terrestrial vegetation occurring in riparian systems. Emphasis is placed on land use effects on the riparian ecologic and hydrologic function, methods of rehabilitation, and theories of the proper use of riparian ecosystems under a multiple-use philosophy (i.e., fish, wildlife, livestock, aesthetics, recreation, and silviculture).

Recommended: RNG 355

Available via Ecampus

RNG 457, HABITAT ANALYSIS 1: HABITAT USE AND MOVEMENT, 3 Credits

Effective habitat management necessitates an understanding of how animals use and move through the landscape, including rangelands. This is an advanced undergraduate and introductory graduate course designed to familiarize students with multiple techniques of assessing the influence of habitat on site selection of terrestrial animals (wild and domestic). However, topics covered in this course are broadly analogous to other ecosystems. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of habitat use (space use) and animal movement from multiple study designs.

Prerequisite: FW 251 with D- or better and RNG 341 [D-] and MTH 241 [D-] and (ST 201 [D-] or ST 243Z [D-] or ST 351 [D-] or ST 351H [D-])

Available via Ecampus

RNG 458, HABITAT ANALYSIS 2: ABUNDANCE, OCCUPANCY AND DEMOGRAPHY, 3 Credits

Habitat influences abundance, occupancy, and demographic rates of wildlife. Wildlife management is often a component of land management and both benefit from land stewards that have an understanding of how habitat characteristics influence the occupancy, abundance, and performance of wildlife within an area. This is an advanced undergraduate and introductory graduate course designed to familiarize students with multiple techniques of assessing the influence of habitat on abundance, occupancy, and demographic rates of terrestrial animals.

Prerequisite: FW 251 with D- or better and RNG 341 [D-] and MTH 241 [D-] and (ST 201 [D-] or ST 243Z [D-] or ST 351 [D-] or ST 351H [D-])

RNG 470, *PASTORAL SYSTEMS OF THE WORLD, 4 Credits

Describes and evaluates ecosystems which support grazing animals and pastoralists. Examines the biology, ecology and management of these landscapes including climate, soils, plant communities and human-livestock interactions. Investigates the historic role of trade and contemporary challenges to the ecological, social and economic sustainability of pastoral systems.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

Recommended: RNG 341 or other applied terrestrial ecology course

Available via Ecampus

RNG 490, RANGELAND MANAGEMENT PLANNING, 4 Credits

Administration and management of rangelands; planning processes involving goal setting, inventories, personnel management, environment, conflict resolution, and other constraints affecting decision-making. Use of data collected from field problems to support the execution of class plans. Field trip required.

RNG 491, ^RANGELAND MANAGEMENT PLANNING - PRINCIPLES AND PROCESSES, 4 Credits

Applies rangeland ecology principles and processes to select and solve a site-specific rangeland management challenge. Develops professional communication skills including listening, dialog, writing, and negotiating with diverse stakeholders to create a multi-stage management plan through implementation of adaptive management. Demonstrates knowledge of monitoring to evaluate effectiveness and report outcomes of management actions.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: RNG 341 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

RNG 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

RNG 501, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 503, MASTER'S THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

RNG 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 506, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 507, SEMINAR, 1-2 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 521, RANGELAND RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

Describe and evaluate principles, tools and techniques guiding the restoration of degraded rangelands including grassland, shrubland, woodland, riparian and dry forest ecosystems. Identify and understand ecological factors, processes, stressors and pressures that interact to determine ecological health, resistance and resilience. Manipulate plants, soil, animals and microenvironments to improve ecosystem function and services. Conduct site assessments to identify key causes of degradation, and create restoration and management solutions that incorporates ecological, economic, and social factors.

Recommended: Coursework in soils and ecology

Available via Ecampus

RNG 541, VEGETATION MONITORING AND ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

Describe techniques and methods used to measure, monitor and analyze vegetation attributes and natural resource data in shrubland, grassland, and forest ecosystems. Topics include sampling principles and design; protocol development; inventory and monitoring; field methods; analysis, evaluation and interpretation of resource data. Field-oriented course, emphasizing both theory and practice.

Recommended: Coursework in ecology

Available via Ecampus

RNG 542, RANGELAND-ANIMAL RELATIONS, 4 Credits

Examines ecological principles of domesticated livestock grazing and their applications to the management of rangelands. Emphasizes sustainability of ecosystem goods and services including grazing effects on individual plants, plant communities and ecosystems. Analyzes grazing management principles to integrate livestock production and enhance ecological goods and services.

Recommended: Coursework in soils and ecology

Available via Ecampus

RNG 548, LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION ON PASTURE, 4 Credits

Focuses on grazing management in cultivated pastures in Oregon and other regions with similar agro-ecological conditions. Become familiar with the basic principles of pasture production, grazing management and feed planning and management in large and small ruminant production systems. Provides information on the underlying factors affecting pasture and animal production and product quality in pasture-based production systems. CROSSLISTED as ANS 548/RNG 548.

Equivalent to: ANS 548, CROP 548

RNG 555, RIPARIAN ECOHYDROLOGY AND MANAGEMENT, 4 Credits

A systems approach to study ecological and hydrological relationships occurring in riparian ecosystems. The class is focused on gaining knowledge of multiple connections between soil, water, and terrestrial vegetation occurring in riparian systems. Emphasis is placed on land use effects on the riparian ecologic and hydrologic function, methods of rehabilitation, and theories of the proper use of riparian ecosystems under a multiple-use philosophy (i.e., fish, wildlife, livestock, aesthetics, recreation, and silviculture).

Recommended: RNG 355

Available via Ecampus

RNG 557, HABITAT ANALYSIS 1: HABITAT USE AND MOVEMENT, 3 Credits

Effective habitat management necessitates an understanding of how animals use and move through the landscape, including rangelands. This is an advanced undergraduate and introductory graduate course designed to familiarize students with multiple techniques of assessing the influence of habitat on site selection of terrestrial animals (wild and domestic). However, topics covered in this course are broadly analogous to other ecosystems. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of habitat use (space use) and animal movement from multiple study designs.

Recommended: ST 511 and ST 512

Available via Ecampus

RNG 558, HABITAT ANALYSIS 2: ABUNDANCE, OCCUPANCY AND DEMOGRAPHY, 3 Credits

Habitat influences abundance, occupancy, and demographic rates of wildlife. Wildlife management is often a component of land management and both benefit from land stewards that have an understanding of how habitat characteristics influence the occupancy, abundance, and performance of wildlife within an area. This is an advanced undergraduate and introductory graduate course designed to familiarize students with multiple techniques of assessing the influence of habitat on abundance, occupancy, and demographic rates of terrestrial animals.

RNG 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 601, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 603, PH.D. THESIS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 999 credits.

RNG 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 606, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 607, SEMINAR, 1-2 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 608, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

RNG 662, RANGELAND ECOLOGY, 3 Credits

Studies ecological theory and related resource management implications in rangelands and arid wildlands. Topics include the history and development of rangeland ecology, plant demography, invasive species, plant population dynamics, disturbance theory, succession, vegetation classification and range condition assessments.

Recommended: Basic ecology course

RNG 699, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 101, INTRODUCTION TO CROP, SOIL, AND INSECT SCIENCE, 1 Credit

Introduces students with interests in crop, soil, and insect sciences to educational and professional opportunities in these disciplines. Speakers will discuss opportunities in research and academia as well as in the applied professional job market. CROSSLISTED as CROP 101/ENT 101/SOIL 101.

Equivalent to: CROP 101, ENT 101, HORT 101

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: SOIL 199H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 199H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: SOIL 199

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 205, SOIL SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Introduction to the chemical, physical and biological nature of soils. Examines how soils function in terms of plant growth, nutrient supply, the global carbon cycle, ecological habitat, and water purification. Community-based learning projects provide hands-on experience with fundamental soil science principles and the impact of human activities on soil quality and sustainability. (Bacc Core Course if taken with SOIL 206 or FOR 206)

Attributes: CPPL – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Physical Science Attached Lecture

Prerequisite: SOIL 206 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or SOIL 206H (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or FOR 206 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Equivalent to: CSS 205, CSS 305, SOIL 205H

SOIL 205H, SOIL SCIENCE, 3 Credits

Introduction to the chemical, physical and biological nature of soils. Examines how soils function in terms of plant growth, nutrient supply, the global carbon cycle, ecological habitat, and water purification. Community-based learning projects provide hands-on experience with fundamental soil science principles and the impact of human activities on soil quality and sustainability. (Bacc Core Course if taken with SOIL 206 or FOR 206)

Attributes: CPPL – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Physical Science Attached Lecture; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Prerequisite: SOIL 206 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or SOIL 206H (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or FOR 206 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Equivalent to: CSS 205, CSS 305, SOIL 205

SOIL 206, *SOIL SCIENCE LABORATORY FOR SOIL 205, 1 Credit

Students will gain hands-on experience with soil science concepts and applications. Laboratory exercises and field trips will help students develop proficiency in the methods/tools for analyzing soil chemistry, biology, morphology, physical properties, and soil forming factors. Skills will be taught in the context of soils' social, economic, and environmental importance. (Bacc Core Course if taken with SOIL 205)

Attributes: CPPS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Physical Science

Corequisites: SOIL 205

Equivalent to: SOIL 206H

SOIL 206H, *SOIL SCIENCE LABORATORY FOR SOIL 205, 1 Credit

Students will gain hands-on experience with soil science concepts and applications. Laboratory exercises and field trips will help students develop proficiency in the methods/tools for analyzing soil chemistry, biology, morphology, physical properties, and soil forming factors. Skills will be taught in the context of soils' social, economic, and environmental importance. (Bacc Core Course if taken with SOIL 205)

Attributes: CPPS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Physical Science; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Corequisites: SOIL 205H

Equivalent to: SOIL 206

SOIL 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: SOIL 299H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 299H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: SOIL 299

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 316, NUTRIENT CYCLING IN AGROECOSYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Nutrient forms, transformations, and cycling. Diagnosis and correction of nutrient deficiencies, pH and salinity. Impact of nutrient management practices on crop production, soil health, nutrient use efficiency, and environmental quality. Organic and inorganic fertilization. Labs include soil sampling and testing procedures, data collection on soil and plants, computer applications for soil fertility management, and field trips.

Prerequisite: (CH 121 with D- or better or CH 231 with D- or better or CH 231H with D- or better) and (SOIL 205 [C] or SOIL 205H [C] or CSS 205 [C] or CSS 305 [C])

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 325, ^AG AND ENVIRONMENTAL PREDICAMENTS: A CASE STUDY APPROACH, 3 Credits

Analyze controversial agricultural and environmental issues, synthesize information from diverse sources, and apply scientific knowledge to recommend specific courses of action to solve real world problems. Develop oral and written communication skills through individual and group work. CROSSLISTED as CROP 325/SOIL 325/SUS 325.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Equivalent to: CROP 325, SUS 325

SOIL 360, SOIL MANAGEMENT FOR ORGANIC PRODUCTION, 3 Credits

This is a skills-based soil management course that is part lecture and part student-centered learning. Significant class time will be devoted to making field-scale management decisions. The course includes individual and group work, presentation, and discussion. The intent is to prepare students for real-world application of soil management decisions in certified organic systems. Using the National Organic Program as a starting point as well as farm system descriptions with extensive long-term data sets, we will interpret soil nutrient analyses, cover cropping systems, and organic amendments, to design soil management plans for two model cropping systems (annual and perennial).

Prerequisite: CSS 205 with C or better or CSS 305 with C or better or ((SOIL 205 with C or better or SOIL 205H with C or better) and (SOIL 206 [C] or SOIL 206H [C] or FOR 206 [C]))

Recommended: Introductory soil science course with lab

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 366, ECOSYSTEMS OF WILDLAND SOILS, 3 Credits

Focuses on soils that occur in relatively undisturbed ecosystems such as forests and rangelands. Topics covered include properties and processes specific to understanding and managing the soil resource in these areas. An overview of US Soil Taxonomy will also be given.

Prerequisite: SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better or CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better

Recommended: An understanding and appreciation of environmental chemistry, biology, ecology, and physics

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 388, SOIL SYSTEMS AND PLANT GROWTH, 4 Credits

Introduces soils as providers of critical resources for plant growth. Explains how soils supply water, air, thermal energy and nutrients to plants. Shows that sustainable management of soil resources requires substantial understanding of their role in the functioning of natural, forest, and agricultural systems. Explains controls on stocks and availabilities of individual soil resources and mechanisms making these resources plant-available.

Prerequisite: (( (SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better) and (SOIL 206 [D-] or SOIL 206H [D-] or FOR 206 [D-])) or CSS 205 [D-]) and (CH 121 [D-] or CH 231 [D-] or CH 231H [D-]) and (BOT 220 [D-] or (BI 204 [D-] or BI 205 [D-] or BI 206 [D-]) or (BI 211 [D-] or BI 212 [D-] or BI 213 [D-]) or (BI 211H [D-] or BI 212H [D-] or BI 213H [D-]) or (BI 221 [D-] or BI 222 [D-] or BI 223 [D-]) or (BI 221H [D-] or BI 222H [D-] or BI 223H [D-]))

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 395, ^WORLD SOIL RESOURCES, 3 Credits

The properties, global distribution, and agricultural productivity of major world soil groups are described. Potentials for human-accelerated soil degradation are introduced for each soil group, and reasons for conflicting assessments of degradation are discussed.

Attributes: CSWC – Core Ed - Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC); CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Curriculum (WIC)

Prerequisite: CH 121 with D- or better or CH 122 with D- or better or CH 123 with D- or better or CH 201 with D- or better or CH 202 with D- or better or CH 231 with D- or better or CH 231H with D- or better or CH 232 with D- or better or CH 232H with D- or better or CH 233 with D- or better or CH 233H with D- or better

Recommended: One term of chemistry

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: CSS 401

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits

Independent, original study and preparation of a senior thesis.

Equivalent to: CSS 403

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: SOIL 405H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 405H, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits

Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: SOIL 405

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 407, SEMINAR, 1 Credit

Equivalent to: CROP 407, HORT 407

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 408, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits

Evaluation and judging of soils in Oregon and other states; directed studies of soil morphology, soil survey, soil fertility, soil physics, soil chemistry, soil biology, and soil information systems.

Equivalent to: CSS 408

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 409, PRACTICUM, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-6 Credits

Professional work experience previously approved and supervised by the department, written report required.

Equivalent to: CSS 410

This course is repeatable for 12 credits.

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 430, ORGANIC SOIL AND CROP MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Explores organic soil and crop management, organic soil system management, soil microbiology under organic systems, cropping systems, organic cereal production systems, organic forage production system, organic horticultural systems management, organic field and horticulture cropping systems. CROSSLISTED as CROP 430/SOIL 430.

Equivalent to: CROP 430

Recommended: AGRI 420, CROP 200, SOIL 205 or introductory biology

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 435, ENVIRONMENTAL SOIL PHYSICS, 3 Credits

Covers principles of soil physical properties and processes as they relate to agricultural, hydrological and environmental problems.

Prerequisite: CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better or SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better

Recommended: CH 123 and MTH 241 and PH 201

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 445, ENVIRONMENTAL SOIL CHEMISTRY, 3 Credits

Emphasizes structural chemistry of clay minerals and organic matter, cation and anion exchange, and soil solution equilibria of soils. Ion exchange, mineral-solution equilibria, and adsorption reactions of silicate clays, oxides, and organic matter are emphasized. Covers the sorption behavior of environmental contaminants and the weathering reactions that govern the transport of reactive solutes through soils.

Prerequisite: (CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better or ((SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better) and (SOIL 206 [D-] or SOIL 206H [D-] or FOR 206 [D-])) ) and (CH 122 [D-] or CH 202 [D-] or ((CH 232 [D-] or CH 232H [D-]) and (CH 262 [D-] or CH 262H [D-] or CH 272 [D-])) )

Recommended: SOIL 316 or SOIL 388

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 455, BIOLOGY OF SOIL ECOSYSTEMS, 4 Credits

Provides a detailed study of the organisms that live in the soil and their activities in the soil ecosystems, soil as a habitat for organisms, taxonomy and biology of soil organisms, fundamentals of nutrient cycles, special topics in soil biology, review basis of soil microbial and ecological principles.

Prerequisite: (CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better or ((SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better) and (SOIL 206 [D-] or SOIL 206H [D-] or FOR 206 [D-])) ) and (( (BI 211 [D-] or BI 211H [D-]) and (BI 212 [D-] or BI 212H [D-]) and (BI 213 [D-] or BI 213H [D-])) or ((BI 221 [D-] or BI 221H [D-]) and (BI 222 [D-] or BI 222H [D-]) and (BI 223 [D-] or BI 223H [D-])) or (BI 204 [D-] and BI 205 [D-] and BI 206 [D-])) and (CH 122 [D-] or CH 202 [D-] or ((CH 232 [D-] or CH 232H [D-]) and (CH 262 [D-] or CH 262H [D-] or CH 272 [D-])) )

Recommended: MB 302 and CH 331

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 466, SOIL MORPHOLOGY AND CLASSIFICATION, 4 Credits

Observation and description of soil properties in the field; writing soil profile descriptions; evaluating criteria that define features used to classify soils; using soil classification keys.

Prerequisite: SOIL 205 with D- or better or SOIL 205H with D- or better or CSS 205 with D- or better or CSS 305 with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 468, SOIL LANDSCAPE ANALYSIS, 4 Credits

Principles of soil geomorphology, soil stratigraphy, and surficial processes as applied to understanding the soil system and landscape scales. Emphasis on field observations of soils, geomorphic surfaces, and environment. Field project entails design of soil survey map units, field mapping and GIS cartographic techniques.

Prerequisite: SOIL 466 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better or CSS 466 (may be taken concurrently) with D- or better

Available via Ecampus

SOIL 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

Equivalent to: SOIL 499H

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SOIL 499H, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits