REWM 2400 - Range Ecosystems and Plants

Credits: 4
Students discover the dominant plant species, disturbance regimes, and management challenges of the major ecosystems of western North America. Students identify dominant woody, forb, grass, and grass-like species of these ecosystems, primarily by sight recognition of characteristic morphological features as well as taxonomic keys. Students examine the interactions between abiotic factors, disturbance regimes, and native and non-native species that create biogeographic variation among ecosystems as well as challenges and opportunities for land managers. Students are recommended to complete REWM 2000 prior to registration.