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Outcome:
Credit Towards a Certificate
Credit towards:
Sustainable Landscapes Certificate
Location:
Online (web-based), distance education course
Helpful links
Program
Website:
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Type
Continuing Education
Dates
Start date:
Sep 13, 2010
End date:
Dec 03, 2010
Fees
Tuition:
$549.00
Instructor(s):
Jamie Simpson, M.Sc., Research Associate, University of Guelph
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 Description:
How woodlands provide a rich wildlife habitat, a wealth of recreational opportunities and significant financial return when managed well is the focus of this course. During the course, the steps to evaluate a woodland, to consider management options - from preservation of rare species to timber harvest - and develop a conservation plan is explored. In addition, emphasis is placed on woodland ecosystems.
Designed
For:
Those interested in gaining an understanding of management, maintenance and stewardship of woodlands.
Grading Scheme:
| Assessment |
Weight |
| Quizzes (4) |
5% each |
| Assignments (4) |
15%, 10%, 25%, 20% |
| Discussions |
10% |
*Grading Scheme subject to change.
Course Topics:
Woodland Conservation - Natural, social and recreational values; genetic diversity; soil and water conservation; stewardship vs management; role of governments
Tree Identification - Root, stem and branch morphology; structure and function of leaves; tree form and patterns of growth
Ecology of Woodlands - Soil and climate characteristics; succession, competition and complementary interactions; energy webs
Management Options - Developing a work plan; Woodland products - timber, firewood, wildlife conservation, recreation and forest farming
Identifying Non Tree Species - Woodland and flowering plants; ferns and fern allies, grasses, sedges and rushes; mosses
Mapping the Woodland - Maps, aerial photography, satellite imagery and field work
Forest Health - Biotic stresses - insects, diseases, mammals, birds, humans; abiotic stresses - drought and flooding
Wildlife Habitat - Standing dead and dieing trees; downed woody debris, mast trees and stick nests; conifer thickets in hardwood and conifer stands
Planning and Implementation - planning, creating a work plant and budgeting
Tree Harvesting - Silviculture; uneven and even aged systems; choosing a harvest method and timing
Rare and Invasive Species - Monitoring and control
Tree Planting - Plantations, planning, site preparation, stock handling, planting techniques and competition control
Other:
For more info:
Contact: Info
Phone: 519 824-4120,
Ext: 55000
E-mail: info@open.uoguelph.ca
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