ENCS 299 - Special Topics in Field Skills and Their Application in the Environmental and Conservation Sciences

1 unit (fi 2)(EITHER, 4 DAYS)

Focuses on specialized field skills, their application, and integration in different sub-disciplines of the environmental and conservation sciences. The course involves off-campus field experiences. A student is required to select a topic related to their major, but may take additional sections as part of their electives. Pre- or corequisite: REN R 290.

REN R 402B - Directed Research in Renewable Resources

3 units (fi 12)(TWO TERM, VARIABLE)

Directed research, with the intent of preparing the student for graduate studies. Generally undertaken in the fourth year of study, over the course of the fall and winter terms and results in an undergraduate thesis. Students wishing to enrol must obtain permission from an instructor, as well as the Associate Chair, Undergraduate, Department of Renewable Resources. Prerequisite: 60 units and consent of instructor.

REN R 462 - Parks, Ecology, and Society

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 3-0-0)

An overview of the diversity of management practices among protected areas, including national and provincial parks, interpreted in the context of the ongoing development of ecological science and environmentalism. Prerequisite: REN R 260. REN R 364 recommended.

REN R 566 - Parks, Ecology, and Society

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 3-0-0)

An overview of the diversity of management practices among protected areas, including national and provincial parks, interpreted in the context of the ongoing development of ecological science and environmentalism. Prerequisite: REN R 260. REN R 364 recommended. Not to be taken if credit received for REN R 462 or 766.

REN R 205 - Wildlife Biodiversity and Ecology

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-3)

Introduction to animals in the context of conservation, interactions with people, and roles in natural ecosystems. Labs provide a survey of Western Canadian animal life, both vertebrate and invertebrate, with emphasis on recognition of higher taxa and on hierarchical classification. Field trip. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

REN R 467 - Environmental Interpretation and Science Communication

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)

An overview of theories and methods of communication, as applied to environmental topics and general audiences. Includes discussion of environmental interpretation, science communication, audio-visual communication, and media skills.

REN R 567 - Environmental Interpretation and Science Communication

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)

An overview of theories and methods of communication, as applied to environmental topics and general audiences. Includes discussion of environmental interpretation, science communication, audio-visual communication, and media skills. Not to be taken if credit received for REN R 467 or 764.