Wildlife Ecology

Students become proficient in the biology, conservation, and management of wildlife. Students choosing this area will acquire the skills needed to work in government agencies and businesses that require an understanding of wildlife biology and endangered species issues. This specialization also prepares students to work as interpretive naturalists in educational settings such as parks, camps, ecotourism businesses, and natural history organizations. The coursework prepares students for graduate study in fields related to wildlife biology and conservation.

Wildlife Ecology Requirements
CRN Course Name Credits
Select 25 or more credit hours from the following:
Mat 352 Statistics II 3 credits
Env 302 Wildlife Conservation and Management 4 credits
Bio 356 Vertebrate Biology 3 credits
Bio 310 Taxonomy of Vascular Plants 4 credits
Env 354 Wildlife Habitat Interactions 4 credits
Bio 452 Field Ecology 4 credits
Env 319 Environmental Impact Assessment 3 credits
Env 333 Fisheries Science 3 credits
Env 334 Wildlife Science 4 credits
Chy 101 Chemistry II or  
Chy 320 Environmental Chemistry 4 credits
For 242 Map and Airphoto Interpretation or  
Geo 280 GIS Application I 3-4 credits