Diane Haughland
Contact
ATS Assistant Lecturer, Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sci - Renewable Resources Dept
- dianeh@ualberta.ca
Courses
REN R 301 - Topics in Renewable Resource
Directed study in the multiple aspects of renewable resources. Open to second year (or higher) students upon consent of instructor.
REN R 424 - Lichenology
An introduction to the identification, biology, and ecology of lichens in Alberta, which comprise a diverse and under-studied component of Alberta's flora. An emphasis on current research questions and methods. Combined lecture and laboratory, including microscopy, chemical testing, and interpreting morphology. Term project decided upon by students, and may include original research in taxonomy, ecology or lichen biomonitoring. Students learn to identify more than 80 species from across Alberta. Normally offered in alternate years.
REN R 474 - Utilization of Wildlife Resources
Issues, principles and science surrounding sustainable use of wildlife resources. Hunting, angling and trapping for subsistence, recreational and commercial purposes. Sociopolitical dimensions of harvest regulation, wildlife administration, and human demographic changes. Field trips. Prerequisite: minimum of 6 units of REN R or Biological Sciences courses at the 300-level or higher. 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 524 - Lichenology
An introduction to the identification, biology, and ecology of lichens in Alberta, which comprise a diverse and under-studied component of Alberta's flora. An emphasis on current research questions and methods. Combined lecture and laboratory, including microscopy, chemical testing, and interpreting morphology. Term project decided upon by students, and may include original research in taxonomy, ecology or lichen biomonitoring. Students learn to identify more than 80 species from across Alberta. Normally offered in alternate years. Not to be taken if credit received for REN R 424.
REN R 602 - Graduate Professional Skills
Prepares graduate students for a professional career in forestry, conservation and environmental management. Covers Indigenous perspectives. Note: This course may be used to fulfill part of the GPS Professional Development Requirement
REN R 770 - Utilization of Wildlife Resources
Issues, principles and science surrounding sustainable use of wildlife resources. Hunting, angling and trapping for subsistence, recreational and commercial purposes. Sociopolitical dimensions of harvest regulation, wildlife administration, and human demographic changes. Field trips. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar. Not to be taken if credit received for REN R 474.