Fall 2019 Course Syllabi

Dakota College at Bottineau Course Syllabus Course Prefix/Number/Title : FWLD 121 – Introduction to Wildlife & Fisheries Management Course Description : Provide a basic understanding of the biological principles involved in management of upland game, waterfowl, big game, furbearers, fisheries, and non-game. Course Objectives : A) To develop a basic methodology of providing sound management plans for a variety of birds, mammals, and fish species, B) Community and ecosystem management approach to integrated management plans, C) Develop philosophies for seasonal requirements for resident and migratory species, and D) Develop basic requirements for warm and cold water species of fish. Instructor : Shubham Datta, PhD Office : NSC 114 Office hours : Posted on door and by appointment Office phone : 701-228-5463 E-mail : shubham.datta@dakotacollege.edu Lecture/Lab Schedule : Tues, TH 9:00-9:50/ LAB: TH. 1-2:50 Labs in this course require some travel to the field as outlined in the syllabus. These labs are required as part of the course and occur on a yearly basis with professionals in the field. The schedule of labs is subject to change as required by weather or other circumstances. Textbook : Introduction to Wildlife and Fisheries: An Integrated Approach. Scalet, Willis and Flake. Second Edition. Course Requirements : Comprehensive Wildlife/Fisheries Conservation Plan 2 Scientific Papers each 100 pts. Weekly quizzes each 20 pts. Weekly lab exercises each 20 pts. 4 laboratory practical quizzes each 20 pts. Grading schedule: 90-100% = A 80-89% = B