Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course examines basic ecological principles applied to forest management, exploring the theory and practice of ecology and conservation of local forest ecosystems. Students examine past and current theoretical advances and use case studies to evaluate the impacts of natural and human disturbance on forested ecosystems. The course covers diverse topics including: Forest restoration, global climate change; individual and population growth; forest succession; invasive species; biodiversity; and forest classification/descriptions. This course has been approved for hybrid and online delivery. 