ESF Academic Catalog
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management
The Natural Resources Management (NRM) program is structured to introduce students to a wide range of renewable natural resources (soils, water, vegetation, wildlife, recreation), while maintaining substantial flexibility for student-centered learning in understanding and managing natural systems. It is based on a vision that combines professional competency in management skills with a strong foundation in the social and biophysical sciences.
The program develops professional skills that employers tell us are the most important traits they look for in new employees. These traits are developed through a broad base of classes in the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities, communication, and quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills. The majority of work scheduled during the first two years (lower division) is in these areas. This major prepares students to be well-rounded natural resources managers.
The educational program, leading to the professional degree in Natural Resources Management, is accredited by the Society of American Foresters (SAF) under Natural Resources and Ecosystem Management.
Lower Division Required Courses
| Course Number | Course | Codes * | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| APM 103 OR APM 104 |
G | ||
| APM 391 | G | ||
| EFB 100 | G | ||
| ESF 200 | |||
| EWP 190 | G | ||
| EWP 220 | |||
| EWP 290 | G | ||
| FCH 110 AND FCH 111 OR FCH 150 AND FCH 151 |
G | ||
| FOR 132 | |||
| FOR 110 | G | ||
| FOR 207 | G | ||
| FOR 232 | |||
| FOR 360 | |||
| FOR 372 | |||
| LSA 233 |
Lower Division Elective Courses
| Course | Codes* | Credits |
| General Education Course in one of the following categories: US History & Civic Engagement, The Arts, World History and Global Awareness, World Languages |
G | 3 |
| General Education Course in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice | G | 3 |
| Sociology or Psychology Course One course from EST 203, SOC 101 or PSY 205. |
3 |
Upper Division Required Courses
| Course Number | Course | Codes * | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESF 300 | |||
| FOR 205 | |||
| FOR 304 | |||
| FOR 322 | |||
| FOR 333 | |||
| FOR 345 | |||
| FOR 465 | |||
| FOR 475 | |||
| FOR 485 | |||
| FOR 490 |
Upper Division Required Courses
| Course | Codes* | Credits |
| Free Electives | 21 | |
| Vegetation Management | 3 | |
| Technical Writing Directed Elective | 3 | |
| Water Resources Directed Elective | 3 | |
| Wildlife or Fisheries Course One course from EFB 390, EFB 413, or EFB 487 | 3 - 4 | |
| Specialized NRM Course: Two upper division courses with a Natural Resources focus, see FNRM Student Handbook |
6 |
Total Minimum Credits For Degree: 122