Natural Areas Management Certificate (Plan 21HQ)
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Award Type
Certificate
Catalog Description
Natural areas management is the practice of land restoration using the scientific principles of restoration ecology and conservation biology. Regional ecology of prairie, savanna, woodland and wetland ecosystems is emphasized. Students will gain experience in floristic identification and monitoring, landscape assessment, and practices of land management such as invasive species control and prescribed burning. Course-work includes extensive field trips and work in various field situations.
Once the program has been completed, students should be able to:
Identify common native herbaceous plants, trees and shrubs found in the natural areas of northern Illinois.
Describe how humans have impacted natural ecosystems and how management can mitigate some of these impacts.
Describe the importance of prescribed burns for managing natural areas in northern Illinois.
Total Hours for Completion
20