Forest Ecosystems and Society (FES)
FES 199, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 199
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 202, SOFTWARE TOOLS IN QUANTITATIVE SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH, 3 Credits
Develop and apply software skills to analyze quantitative social science data, then interpret and present results. Using software, students will conduct statistical analysis of primary and/or secondary data (for example, their own survey data or data from sources such as the US Census American Community Survey).
Prerequisite: ST 201 with C or better or ST 243Z with C or better
FES 240, *FOREST BIOLOGY, 4 Credits
Structure, function, development and biology of forest vegetation and their relationships to forestry and natural resource applications. Field trips required.
Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science
Equivalent to: FES 240H
Available via Ecampus
FES 240H, *FOREST BIOLOGY, 4 Credits
Structure, function, development and biology of forest vegetation and their relationships to forestry and natural resource applications. Field trips required.
Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science; HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: FES 240
FES 241, DENDROLOGY, 3 Credits
Learn to identify the principal forest trees of North America, and the principal trees and shrubs of the Pacific Northwest. Also learn about forested regions of the world.
Available via Ecampus
FES 341, FOREST ECOLOGY, 3 Credits
Examines fundamentals of forest ecosystems, including factors that influence forest composition, structure, and function over space and time. Covers principles of social-ecological forest systems, species traits, species interactions, forest disturbance-succession cycles, community ecology and biodiversity, invasion ecology, landscape ecology, adaptation and transformation in forest ecosystems. Presents topics in the context of understanding a global array of forest ecosystems and considering issues in their management from multiple perspectives.
Prerequisite: FES 240 with D- or better or FES 240H 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-]) or BI 370 [D-] or BI 370H [D-]
Available via Ecampus
FES 342, FOREST TYPES OF THE NORTHWEST, 3 Credits
Forest trees in nature are aggregated into stable or transitory associations known as forest cover types. Knowledge of forest cover types, their species composition and ecology, is applicable to the fields of forestry, fire management, wildlife management, and forest ecology.
Equivalent to: FOR 342
Available via Ecampus
FES 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: FOR 350
Recommended: Foundational forestry and horticulture courses
Available via Ecampus
FES 365, *ISSUES IN NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION, 3 Credits
Background of major current issues in natural resources conservation with emphasis on forests, soils, and water and potential sustainable carrying capacity. Focus on evaluating facts and opinions related to issues. Basics of terrestrial and aquatic ecology, recent and current issues of soil, water, and forest use and management. (Bacc Core Course)
Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues
Equivalent to: FOR 365
Available via Ecampus
FES 399, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 401, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 401
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 403, THESIS, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 403
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 405, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 405
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 406, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 407, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits
Full-time supervised professional experience emphasizing functional proficiency under joint sponsorship of university and agency personnel.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 412, FOREST ENTOMOLOGY, 3 Credits
Role of insects in natural and managed forests. Recognition of important forest insect pest groups and species, prediction of forest insect responses to environmental changes, and management strategies and treatments to protect forest resource values.
Prerequisite: BI 204 with C or better or BI 211 with C or better or BI 211H with C or better or BI 212 with C or better or BI 212H with C or better or BI 221 with C or better or BI 221H with C or better
FES 422, RESEARCH METHODS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE, 4 Credits
An introduction to research methods applied to social science issues and problems. Emphasis is on the nature of the research process, how to conduct research, and how to interpret and disseminate research results.
Prerequisite: ST 201 with D- or better or ST 243Z with D- or better or ST 351 with D- or better or ST 351H with D- or better
Available via Ecampus
FES 430, FOREST AS CLASSROOM, 4 Credits
Investigates instructional methods used to teach K-12 students about natural resources. Reveals how forest exploration can be used as a means to teach others about science, ecology, mathematics, social science, and history. Provides an opportunity for future teachers, naturalists, interpreters, and scientists to improve their teaching and communication skills.
Available via Ecampus
FES 435, *GENES AND CHEMICALS IN AGRICULTURE: VALUE AND RISK, 3 Credits
A multidisciplinary course that examines the scientific, social, political, economic, environmental, and ethical controversies surrounding agricultural and natural resource biotechnologies. CROSSLISTED as FES 435/TOX 435.
Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society
Equivalent to: BI 435, TOX 435, TOX 435H
Recommended: One quarter each of biology and chemistry
FES 440, WILDLAND FIRE ECOLOGY, 3 Credits
Explores main principles of fire ecology, including fire regimes, fire histories, ecology, and socio-ecological systems across a broad range of ecosystems and landscape conditions. Develops toolbox of skills, theory, and information for contemporary land management in context of landscape restoration, conservation, and climate change.
Recommended: Junior or senior standing with coursework in ecology and natural resource management; analytical, critical thinking, and reasoning skills
Available via Ecampus
FES 444, ECOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF PARK MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Ecological principles applied to the management of park recreation uses. The relationship between biological and physical science information and recreation management decisions is explored.
Equivalent to: TOL 444
Recommended: An ecology course and completion or concurrent enrollment in FES 251 or FOR 251
FES 445, ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION, 4 Credits
Fundamentals of restoring and reclaiming disturbed landscapes and ecosystems. Topics covered include types and assessment of site conditions; determining restoration goals and feasibility; hydrologic, biotic, and soil functions and their importance in restoration; and measures of successful restoration. CROSSLISTED as FES 445/FW 445.
Equivalent to: FES 445H, FW 445, FW 445H
Recommended: BI 370
Available via Ecampus
FES 445H, ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION, 4 Credits
Fundamentals of restoring and reclaiming disturbed landscapes and ecosystems. Topics covered include types and assessment of site conditions; determining restoration goals and feasibility; hydrologic, biotic, and soil functions and their importance in restoration; and measures of successful restoration. CROSSLISTED as FES 445/FW 445.
Attributes: HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: FES 445, FW 445, FW 445H
Recommended: BI 370
Available via Ecampus
FES 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 and FES 547/HORT 547.
Equivalent to: HORT 447
Recommended: (FES 241 or HORT 226 or HORT 228) and (FOR 111 or HORT 112)
Available via Ecampus
FES 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: FS 453, FW 452
Recommended: FES 240 or FES 341 or BI 370
Available via Ecampus
FES 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 and FES 555/HORT 555.
Prerequisite: FES 350 with C- or better or HORT 350 with C- or better
Equivalent to: HORT 455
Available via Ecampus
FES 477, *AGROFORESTRY, 3 Credits
Theory and worldwide practice of multiple-crop low input sustainable systems involving concurrent production of tree and agricultural products. Biological, economic, social, and political factors that underlie the application of agroforestry technology. CROSSLISTED as FES 477/NR 477 and FES 577.
Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues
Equivalent to: NR 477, RNG 477
Recommended: Introductory course in biology
FES 485, *CONSENSUS AND NATURAL RESOURCES, 3 Credits
Using a working group approach, select a natural resource topic, study the team process and interaction as a method of learning, explore the issue using systems practice, and strive for consensus on solutions to the issue.
Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society
Equivalent to: FES 485H
Available via Ecampus
FES 485H, *CONSENSUS AND NATURAL RESOURCES, 3 Credits
Using a working group approach, select a natural resource topic, study the team process and interaction as a method of learning, explore the issue using systems practice, and strive for consensus on solutions to the issue.
Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society; HNRS – Honors Course Designator
Equivalent to: FES 485
Available via Ecampus
FES 486, ^PUBLIC LANDS POLICY AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Examines public lands policy and management in the Western U.S. Overview of historical and current federal land management agency laws, regulations, and policies. Highlights political, legal, economic, ecological, and social context of public land management decisions.
Attributes: CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Course
Recommended: Sophomore standing
Available via Ecampus
FES 499, SELECTED TOPICS IN FOREST SCIENCE, 0-16 Credits
In-depth studies of specific topics within a field of specialization. Examples include biotechnology in forestry, mycorrhizal ecology, tree improvement, landscape ecology, global climatic change in relation to forestry, advanced silviculture prescriptions, agroforestry, and others.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 500, MARKET TOOLS FOR MANAGING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS, 3 Credits
Examines the use of market-based approaches to managing greenhouse gas emissions; the role of forestry and natural resource management in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions; and the design of carbon and offset markets in the context of broader climate change policies. CROSSLISTED as FES 500/MNR 500.
Equivalent to: MNR 500
Recommended: MTH 111Z
Available via Ecampus
FES 501, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 501
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 503, THESIS, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 503
This course is repeatable for 999 credits.
FES 505, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 505
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 506, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 506
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
Available via Ecampus
FES 507, SEMINAR, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 507
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 508, WORKSHOP, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 508
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 511, CASE STUDIES IN FORESTS AND CLIMATE CHANGE, 1 Credit
Identifies and justifies topics for students to examine in their final independent projects. Evaluates scientific research, policy documents, and/or other materials related to the students’ selected topics. Generates a detailed outline and workplan for analyzing the topic during the Independent Project course.
Available via Ecampus
FES 512, FOREST ENTOMOLOGY, 3 Credits
Role of insects in natural and managed forests. Recognition of important forest insect pest groups and species, prediction of forest insect responses to environmental changes, and management strategies and treatments to protect forest resource values.
FES 516, CASE STUDIES IN URBAN FORESTRY, 1 Credit
Introduces students to knowledge and skills appropriate for conducting case study analysis in the field of urban forestry and provides guidance for creating student-directed capstone study proposals.
Available via Ecampus
FES 520, POSING RESEARCH QUESTIONS, 3 Credits
Acquaints beginning graduate students in the natural resources to the scientific method and formation of good researchable questions. The course consists of lectures, readings and discussions. Concepts in the course are reinforced and amplified by discipline-specific companion modules. Students prepare and orally present a researchable question in their area of interest that is critiqued by the class and instructors.
Equivalent to: FS 520
FES 521, NATURAL RESOURCE RESEARCH PLANNING, 3 Credits
Research planning and study plan development, investigative procedures, the principles and ethics of natural resource science, principles and practices in scientific communication.
Equivalent to: FS 521
FES 522, RESEARCH METHODS SOCIAL SCIENCE, 4 Credits
An introduction to research methods applied to social science issues and problems. Emphasis is on the nature of the research process, how to conduct research, and how to interpret and disseminate research results.
Equivalent to: MNR 522
Recommended: Recent statistics course
FES 523, QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE, 4 Credits
Applies and interprets statistical approaches to human dimensions of natural resources, recreation and tourism, and other social sciences. Emphasizes an applied and practical approach focusing on understanding data, selecting appropriate statistics for theoretical and managerial problems, using statistical software for analyses, and interpreting the findings.
FES 524, NATURAL RESOURCES DATA ANALYSIS, 4 Credits
Hands-on experience in applied statistical modeling and data analysis for natural resources. Emphasis is on understanding of statistical models and the application and actual implementation of statistical analysis techniques, use of statistical software for analyses (e.g., R), and interpretation of findings. Students analyze data from their own research for final projects.
FES 525, INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACHES TO SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL PROBLEMS, 3 Credits
Inter-, multi- and transdisciplinary approaches to socio-ecological problems, including terminology, assumptions, and analytical frameworks of different scientific fields. How disciplines have been integrated to approach specific case studies. Teams apply concepts, tools, and approaches in a final integrated analysis, resulting in proposed actions or policies.
FES 526, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION & PRESENTATION SKILLS FOR SCIENTISTS, 1 Credit
Provides an overview of communication principles and effective scientific communication skills for producing a seminar on proposed research presented to fellow scientists. Students evaluate strengths and weaknesses of communication styles; develop their ability to provide fair, timely feedback; and apply communication principles to evaluate strengths and weaknesses of presentations and proposed research.
This course is repeatable for 3 credits.
FES 527, FOREST CARBON ANALYSIS FOR ASSESSMENTS AND POLICY AGREEMENTS, 3 Credits
Role of forests in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. International GHG policies and recommendations for monitoring emissions and forest carbon. Measurement, modeling, and projections of forest ecosystem carbon. Evaluation of policies for reducing GHG emissions and increasing forest carbon stores.
Prerequisite: FES 536 with C or better
Recommended: MNR 538 or MNR 550
Available via Ecampus
FES 530, FOREST AS CLASSROOM, 4 Credits
Investigates instructional methods used to teach K-12 students about natural resources. Reveals how forest exploration can be used as a means to teach others about science, ecology, mathematics, social science, and history. Provides an opportunity for future teachers, naturalists, interpreters, and scientists to improve their teaching and communication skills.
Available via Ecampus
FES 533, PLANNING AGROFORESTRY PROJECTS, 2 Credits
Helps forestry and other natural resource students understand various agroforestry concepts, systems and technologies and practices worldwide. Lays the groundwork for students to identify different systems, characterize socio-economic conditions and plan sustainable agroforestry systems. Class activities examine how biological, economic, and social factors influence agroforestry farming decisions.
Recommended: BOT 341 and/or equivalent course in ecology.
FES 535, GENES AND CHEMICALS IN AGRICULTURE: VALUE AND RISK, 3 Credits
A multidisciplinary course that examines the scientific, social, political, economic, environmental, and ethical controversies surrounding agricultural and natural resource biotechnologies. CROSSLISTED as FES 535/TOX 535.
Equivalent to: BI 535, MCB 535, TOX 535
Recommended: One quarter each of biology and chemistry
FES 536, CARBON SEQUESTRATION IN FORESTS, 3 Credits
Examines processes controlling the sequestration of carbon in the forest system including the forest itself and wood products. Examines how forests can be managed to sequester carbon as well as the important economic, policy, and other constraints. Designs, analyzes, and evaluates simulation experiments that test the effect of alternative management systems on forest carbon sequestration.
Recommended: Undergraduate-level biology or ecology
Available via Ecampus
FES 540, WILDLAND FIRE ECOLOGY, 3 Credits
Explores main principles of fire ecology, including fire regimes, fire histories, ecology, and socio-ecological systems across a broad range of ecosystems and landscape conditions. Develops toolbox of skills, theory, and information for contemporary land management in context of landscape restoration, conservation, and climate change.
Recommended: Coursework in ecology and natural resource management
FES 542, WILDLIFE LANDSCAPE ECOLOGY, 3 Credits
Explores the interaction between spatial pattern and scale and ecological processes with particular emphasis on biodiversity in forests. Focuses on theory, methods and conservation applications in landscape ecology.
Recommended: Experience with or coursework in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), such as GEOG 560; Completion or concurrent enrollment in ST 511 or another introductory graduate-level statistics course; Basic programming experience in R
FES 545, ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION, 4 Credits
Fundamentals of restoring and reclaiming disturbed landscapes and ecosystems. Topics covered include types and assessment of site conditions; determining restoration goals and feasibility; hydrologic, biotic, and soil functions and their importance in restoration; and measures of successful restoration. CROSSLISTED as FES 545/FW 545.
Equivalent to: FW 545
Recommended: BI 370
Available via Ecampus
FES 546, ADVANCED FOREST COMMUNITY ECOLOGY, 4 Credits
Fundamental concepts of community including disturbance, diversity and succession. Strong emphasis on field skills and data interpretation. Saturday field trip required. Lec/lab.
FES 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 447/HORT 447 and FES 547/HORT 547.
Equivalent to: HORT 547
Recommended: (FES 241 or HORT 226 or HORT 228) and (FOR 111 or HORT 112)
Available via Ecampus
FES 548, INVASIVE PLANTS: BIOLOGY, ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Concepts of plant physiology, genetics and population dynamics are used to understand how plant invasions occur and some communities continue to exist. Management implications are explored.
Equivalent to: FS 548
Available via Ecampus
FES 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: FOR 547, FW 547, FW 550
This course is repeatable for 3 credits.
FES 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: FW 552
Recommended: FOR 341 or equivalent course in ecology.
Available via Ecampus
FES 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 455/HORT 455 and FES 555/HORT 555.
Equivalent to: HORT 555
Recommended: FES 350 or HORT 350
Available via Ecampus
FES 560, GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE, 4 Credits
Explores the relationship between the natural and built environments in cities and examines how planning for and managing green infrastructure assets (such as urban tree canopy, watersheds, and natural areas) increases economic health, community livability and ecological resilience in cities.
Available via Ecampus
FES 565, URBAN FORESTRY LEADERSHIP, 2 Credits
Examines the application of leadership theories and principles to the decision-making, policy creation, and effective administration of urban forestry programs in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Taught via Ecampus only.
Available via Ecampus
FES 577, AGROFORESTRY, 3 Credits
Theory and worldwide practice of multiple-crop low input sustainable systems involving concurrent production of tree and agricultural products. Biological, economic, social, and political factors that underlie the application of agroforestry technology. CROSSLISTED as FES 477/NR 477 and FES 577.
Equivalent to: RNG 577
Recommended: Introductory course in biology.
FES 580, WRITING SCIENTIFIC MANUSCRIPTS, 1 Credit
Discussion of parts of a scientific manuscript and the submission, review, and publication process. Brief presentations and discussion of examples provided by the instructor and students. Students write their own manuscripts and work in teams to provide feedback on manuscript components.
FES 581, STREAM ECOLOGY, 3 Credits
Explores structure and function of stream ecosystems, with emphasis on biological processes; physical and chemical relations; riparian influences and landscape perspectives.
Equivalent to: FW 580
Recommended: 9 credits of upper-division science
FES 585, CONSENSUS AND NATURAL RESOURCES, 3 Credits
Using a working group approach, select a natural resource topic, study the team process and interaction as a method of learning, explore the issue using systems practice, and strive for consensus on solutions to the issue.
Available via Ecampus
FES 586, PUBLIC LANDS POLICY AND MANAGEMENT, 3 Credits
Examines public lands policy and management in the Western U.S. Overview of historical and current federal land management agency laws, regulations, and policies. Highlights political, legal, economic, ecological, and social context of public land management decisions.
Available via Ecampus
FES 599, SELECTED TOPICS IN FOREST SCIENCE, 0-16 Credits
In-depth studies of specific topics within a field of specialization. Examples include biotechnology in forestry, mycorrhizal ecology, tree improvement, landscape ecology, global climatic change in relation to forestry, advanced silviculture prescriptions, agroforestry, and others.
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 601, RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 601
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 603, THESIS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 999 credits.
FES 605, READING AND CONFERENCE, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 605
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 606, PROJECTS, 1-16 Credits
Equivalent to: FS 606
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.
FES 629, TEACHING PRACTICUM IN FOREST SCIENCE, 1 Credit
Preparation of graduate students in forest science and related disciplines for their first teaching experiences. Using concepts and information introduced in the class, students will develop the curriculum for one credit of college-level instruction (or an equivalent approved by the instructor) in a topic of their choice.
Equivalent to: FS 629
FES 699, SELECTED TOPICS, 1-16 Credits
This course is repeatable for 16 credits.