Natural Resources (NR)
NR 1010 — Introduction to Natural Resources
Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 2
Lecture hours: 1
Lab hours: 3
Lab hours: 3
Introduction to Natural Resources is a course designed to help students learn what careers are available in multiple natural resource fields. This class also gives students an introduction to the history, problems and potential solutions in natural resource fields by giving them the opportunity to see examples in the field.
NR 1020 — Field Inventory & Sampling Techniques
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 3
Lab hours: 3
This course will teach the correct methods of field inventory and sampling techniques within air, water, vegetation and wildlife management through lectures and hands-on field laboratory exercises. Students will learn practical skills and common practices for collecting and assessing data relative to conservation and management. Students will also learn basic data analysis techniques and interpret the data to make basic management decisions. This course was formerly known as Environmental Sampling and Analysis.
NR 1700 — Natural Resource Leadership
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 1
Lab hours: 2
Students who take this course will be involved in the Snow College Natural Resource Club. This course will assist students in gaining a competitive edge through engagement in career exploration, leadership development, hands-on field experience, networking with professionals, and engaging in community service. This course creates learning opportunities outside of the classroom that will help solidify concepts learned in the classroom.
NR 2010 — Environmental Policy & Reporting
Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
This course is an introduction to governmental policy and regulations. Students will learn about policies and regulations including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The course will also include an introduction to governmental reporting on data obtained in the field.
NR 2030 — Rangeland Management and Conservation
Typically Offered: Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Over half of the world’s land surfaces are classified as rangelands, which have been managed and influenced by humans since the beginning of mankind. This class will cover various aspects of rangeland management, including water and nutrient cycles, plant physiology, food production's dependence on rangelands, historical and modern livestock production practices and innovations, grazing management, wildlife influences, manipulation of rangeland vegetation, and management of public rangelands.
NR 2425 — Wildland Plant Identification
Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course introduces general principles of identifying and classifying plants. Students will also learn the basic ecology and uses of wildland plants. Emphasis is given to 200 common North American wildland plants.
NR 2610 — Animal Identification
Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 3
Lab hours: 3
Autecology and identification of important mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians of the Intermountain West. An emphasis will be placed on native species distribution and habitat requirements.
NR 2820 — Pesticide Applicator Safety Certification
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
Safety training in natural resources equips students with essential skills and certifications needed for employment in the field and ensures they can perform their duties safely. As part of this training, students will obtain the Utah Pesticide Applicator License, which is mandatory for applying pesticides and managing weeds for both private companies and government agencies within the state. Licensure fee required.
NR 2825 — Wilderness Navigation Safety Certification
Typically Offered: Fall
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Safety training in natural resources helps students obtain the necessary skills and certifications to help them be employable in the field and perform required duties safely. In this specific training, students will earn a Wilderness Safety Certification, which is earned by demonstrating basic map reading and navigational skills in the outdoors.
NR 2997 — Natural Resource Internship
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 3
This course offers hands-on, field-based experiences in natural resources, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. Internships enable students to connect with professionals, enhancing their job prospects post-graduation. They also help students explore various careers within natural resources and refine their interests early in their academic journey.
Internships, which can be paid or voluntary, involve collaboration between the student, a natural resource faculty member, and a workplace supervisor. Students arrange these placements individually. The course is repeatable for up to 6 credits, with a maximum of 3 credits per semester. Each credit requires 45 clock hours of internship experience.