NATRS 385 - Forest Protection and Disease Management

Credits: 5
Teaches students about the various biotic and abiotic disturbance agents that affect forest ecosystems. Students identify important forest insects and diseases of North America, especially the Pacific Northwest, as well as their effects on forest ecology. Students learn predisposing factors that increase susceptibility as well as propose effective management strategies to reduce impacts.

Prerequisite: ENGL 128 and instructor’s permission.