STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Recognize terminology, specific facts, experimental methodologies, and general concepts related to the history, ecology, evolution, and management of wildlife;

 II.     Apply the concepts learned to interpret new situations;

 III.    Interpret wildlife data in a variety of formats, such as graphs, tables, and charts;

 IV.     Employ the ¿scientific method¿ to the extent of formulating a hypothesis, designing an investigation complete with controls and manipulation of variables, analyzing results, deriving conclusions and successfully communicating this information in a formal report; and

 V.      Experience aesthetic appreciation of the wildlife of the southwest.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      History

         A.      Overview

         B.      History of Wildlife Biology

         C.      Laws/Policies

         D.      Government Agencies

         E.      Wildlife Organizations

         F.      Careers

 II.     Wildlife Management, Big Game Grazers

         A.      Moose

         B.      Elk

         C.      Deer

         D.      Antelope

         E.      Mt. Goat

         F.      Bighorn Sheep

 III.    Fisheries Management

         A.      Aquatic Issues

         B.      Trout

         C.      Habitat Changes/Loss

         D.      Water Controversies/Water Laws

         E.      Exotic Species

 IV.     Integrated Management of Natural Resources

         A.      Predators

         B.      Reintroduction of Species

         C.      Habitat Issues

         D.      Endangered Species

         E.      Keystone Species

         F.      Multiple Use Concept

         G.      Birds

         H.      Small Mammals

         I.      Reptiles