Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course covers basic biological and physical science concepts important to a general understanding of forest ecology and forestry. It investigates tree anatomy and basic physiology, forest types and distributions across the Earth, ecological processes and species adaptations, forests of the United States and the history of their use, California forests and major tree species, soils, fire ecology and natural selection, and pests and diseases of forest trees. Additional topics include the role of fire in forest management, the science of silviculture and forestry, forest management and harvest techniques, history of the forest conservation movement, and current issues and policies related to forest resource use. Field trips are required.Usually HeldMon Wed 1:30pm–2:50pm 