LNDC1300 Minnesota Invasive Terrestrial Plants
This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of invasive plants in Minnesota and surrounding regions by studying local eco-regions and designing a management plan to control invasives on that site. The plant list will cover non-native, invasive woody and herbaceous plants that are currently endangering native habitats. Annual, perennial, and biennial types will be covered. Students will learn the common and botanical names as well as the habitats these plants are most successful in.
Prerequisite
None
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Identify invasive plants by photos
List plant features that aid in species identification/control
List threats of invasive plants to native habitats
Predict environmental consequences of certain control methods
Demonstrate manual control methods
List chemical control methods
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
bookstore.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities. If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process.
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Campus
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Credit Details