This course
is taught by Stephen
Bunting: Professor Rangeland ecology and Fire ecology
This course reviews the application of
ecological principles in rangeland management; stressing response and
behavior of range ecosystems to various kinds and intensity of disturbance
and management practices. Students
will discuss the development of ecological principles and concepts that
pertain to the vegetation of rangeland ecosystems. Concepts discussed will
include 1) development of plant community concepts, 2) secondary and primary
succession, 3) vegetation classification, 4) role of disturbance in
community function, 5) concepts related to ecological (range) condition and
trend, and 6) broad-scale management application of ecological concepts.
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