Description
The Conservation of Natural Resources Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed for students who hold degrees in other areas or are already in the workforce and are looking to enhance their skills related to the basic concepts of conserving natural resources including forest, wildlife, soil and water resources.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Apply the principles of conservation to the implementation of natural resource management.
Entrance Requirements
There are no formal entrance requirements.
Additional Program Costs (Beyond Standard Tuition/Fees and Textbooks)
Material Costs
Students are expected to provide their own appropriate field clothing and tools.
Course Requirements
Course List | Course | Title | Credits |
| FOR 111 | Forestry Perspectives | 4 |
| FOR 208 | Soils: Sustainable Ecosystems | 4 |
| FOR 240B | Wildlife Ecology | 3 |
| FOR 260 | Conservation of Natural Resources | 3 |
| Total Credits | 14 |
Advising Notes
It will take three quarters to complete this career pathway certificate.
Performance Standards
- Academic Requirements:
- Students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to earn a COCC certificate or degree.
- All courses in the program must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
