AGA-154 |
Fundamentals of Soil Science
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3 credits |
$696.00 |
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Introduces physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, their formation, classification, and distribution. Uses soils survey and other information sources in balancing agronomic, economic, and environmental concerns in soil management.
Lecture Hours: 32
Lab Hours: 32
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BIO-113 |
General Biology II
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4 credits |
$914.00 |
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This lecture and laboratory course is part of a two semester sequence designed for students with a specific interest in majoring in the biological sciences or a desire for a more comprehensive undergraduate course in the discipline. The major focus of this course is on the diversity of life forms, including microbes, protists, the fungi, plants and animals. The course will include the study of their structure and function, evolutionary patterns, ecological relationships and behavior. Laboratory exercises are coordinated with lecture topics to enhance the student's understanding of the lecture concepts.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
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AGA-284 |
Pesticide Application Certification
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3 credits |
$731.00 |
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This course will introduce students to the safe use of agricultural chemicals. Safety precautions and prevention of chemical exposure will be stressed when discussing types of chemicals, usage, application, equipment, and mixing. First aid and responding to chemical contamination will also be discussed. This course prepares the students for taking the Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam.
Lecture Hours: 32
Lab Hours: 32
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BIO-112 |
General Biology I
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4 credits |
$905.00 |
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This lecture and laboratory course is the first of a two semester sequence designed for students with a specific interest in majoring in the biological sciences or a desire for a more comprehensive undergraduate course in the discipline. The course integrates the basic principles of general biology and focuses on their interrelationships. The major themes addressed include levels of organization, cell structure and metabolism, the genetic basis of life, evolution, diversity and ecological relationships. Laboratory exercises are coordinated with lecture topics to enhance the student's understanding of these topics.
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
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AGP-340 |
Foundations of GIS and GPS
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3 credits |
$695.00 |
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This course will introduce fundamental processes of Global Positioning System (GPS) including technical aspects of the GPS satellites, differential correction, and hardware. The specific application of this technology for mapping, navigation, variable rate technology (VRT), and data collection will be discussed and demonstrated. Fundamental processes of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) will also be introduced, including file formats, data base management, spatial analysis and manipulation of data.
Lecture Hours: 32
Lab Hours: 32
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CNS-104 |
Outdoor Recreation II
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1 credits |
$315.00 |
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This course provides an introduction into basic outdoor recreation certifications. The course will provide a way for students to learn about boating safety, first aid, and CPR and gain certification necessary for employment. The course will provide background in the principles of Leave No Trace which are essential for wilderness camping. Additionally, the course will provide an examination of the Fish Iowa curriculum for students to share with others as they progress in their careers.
Lab Hours: 32
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in RDG-038.
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CNS-108 |
Wildlife Identification
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3 credits |
$719.00 |
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This course will provide information to assist in the identification of common wildlife of Iowa. Wildlife will be identified not only by physical characteristics, but by many other characteristics. Vertebrates, insects, and macroinvertebrates will be covered. Major groups of vertebrates including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians will be studied.
Lecture Hours: 32
Lab Hours: 32
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CNS-143 |
Fire Management
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3 credits |
$705.00 |
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This course focuses on prescribed burns as a tool in ecosystem management. The use of fire to meet resource management objectives requires definitive and quantified knowledge of physical, biological, and ecological effects of fire on the ecosystem involved. Students will be trained in conducting prescribed burns and will participate as burn crew members.
Lecture Hours: 32
Lab Hours: 32
Prerequisite(s): CNS-121
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CNS-180 |
Principles of Interpretation
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2 credits |
$630.00 |
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This course covers the history, objectives, forms, and techniques of interpretation in the settings of county, state, national parks, and zoos. The course will explore the principles of effective communication as they apply to natural resource fields. Conceptual principles for planning interpretive programs and use of effective communication in multi-media delivery systems in outreach campaigns to manage and conserve natural resources are discussed. This course helps students gain the technical competencies of interpretation professionals by presenting and observing nature walks, giving public presentations, creating displays, writing news releases, and taking photographs as interpretative exercises. Students will have the opportunity to complete the National Certified Interpretative Guide exam.
Lecture Hours: 16
Lab Hours: 32
Pre/Co-requisite(s): A minimum grade of D- in CNS-121.
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ENG-106 |
Composition II
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3 credits |
$675.00 |
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Composition II aims to review and extend writing principles learned in Composition I to analytical, argumentative, and research-based writing. This course emphasizes critical reading, evaluation, and precise and responsible source citation.
Lecture Hours: 48
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in ENG-105.
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