Course numbers link to the Schedule of Classes. I Concepts of plant ecology illustrated with examples from Arizona. Topics include taxonomy, species distribution, community classification and dynamics, and human influences. Approved as Tier Two - Natural Sciences.
Laboratory includes classroom and field identification of communities and plant species.
Includes design of water developments, fences and other structural range improvements. May be convened with RA M 536. Manipulations will focus on controlling species composition to achieve management objectives, and include chemical, biological, and cultural treatments. P, RNR 316. May be convened with RA M 546.