DEMOGRAPHIC METHODS IN WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Name: DEMOGRAPHIC METHODS IN WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
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F&WECOL 850

Course Description

Explores the application of demographic methods in the conservation and management of animal populations. Techniques explored include maximum likelihood and Bayesian estimation, count-based models, mark-recapture models, occupancy models, matrix models, and sensitivity analyses. Emphasizes application of these models in conservation decision making.

Prerequisites

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

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Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.25

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Completion Rate

90%

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A Rate

40%

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Class Size

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Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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