Ecology and Use of Fire in Forest Ecosystems (NATRE 22)

2 Unts
Lecture: 1.5 hours
Laboratory: 1.5 hours
Introduction to the ecology and management of fire in California. Selected topics include the effects of fire on vegetation, soils, hydrology, wildlife, air quality, and esthetics; forest fire behavior and the role of fire suppression; the history and current issues of prescribed burning; the planning and implementation of fuels reduction and prescribed burning programs in selected locations. Field trips required. (MJC NR 379).
Transfer: CSU