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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a two-year AAS Degree in Wildlife Technology and enter the workforce. Students explore skills in wildlife, aquaculture, fisheries, natural resource management and computer analysis of natural resources. The Wildlife Technology program focuses on principles and research techniques to assist in wildlife and land management. Includes practical field skills, and theory and applications for the study and management of wildlife, fisheries, and wild bird populations. This program prepares students for a career as a wildlife technician. The AAS degree in Wildlife Technology at Front Range Community College has received a three-year accreditation from the North American Wildlife Technology Association (NAWTA).
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| NRE 205 | Wildlife & Fisheries Management | 3 |
| MATH | MAT 107 or higher, MAT 121 | 3-4 |
| GIS 101 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Emphasis Course:__________ | 3 |
| GEN EDU | Any Approved Elective List Course:__________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| NRE 230 | Wildlife Law Enforcement | 3 |
| NRE 100 | Foundations of Forestry | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | NRE 114 or NRE 204 | 3-4 |
| ENGLISH | ENG 121, ENG 122, or ENG 131 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Emphasis Course:__________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |
Semester Note: Upon completion of NRE 205, NRE 114, and 3-5 credits of elective (select one course from AQT 102, BIO 222, NRE 200, NRE 204, NRE 225, NRE 230, NRE 245, or NRE 280), you should apply for the Wildlife Certificate.
Upon completion of NRE 100, NRE 110, and any emphasis course, you should apply for the Forestry Certificate.
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| BIO 111 | General College Biology I with Lab | 5 |
| NRE 245 | Avian Conservation/Ornithology | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Emphasis Course:__________ | 4-5 |
| ELECTIVE | NRE 232, NRE 278, or NRE 285 | 1-2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14-15 |
Semester Note: Upon completion of NRE 225, NRE 100 or NRE 205, and any emphasis course, you should apply for the Environmental Education Certificate.
Upon completion of GIS 101, GIS 210 or GIS 212, and any emphasis course, you should apply for the Natural Resources Geographic Information Systems GIS Certificate.
Upon completion of GIS 101, NRE 100, NRE 205, and NRE 121 or any emphasis course, you should apply for the Natural Resources Certificate.
Fourth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| BIO 112 | General College Biology II with Lab | 5 |
| AQT 102 | Fish Biology and Ichthyology | 5 |
| GEN EDU | Any Approved Elective List Course:__________ | 3 |
| NRE 280 | Internship | 3* |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Semester Note: You
should not exceed 62 credits. You
may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.
Upon completion of REC 210, NRE 265, and 3-5 credits of elective (select one course from AQT 102, NRE 200, NRE 230, NRE 232, NRE 245, NRE 280, or NRE 285), you should apply for the Natural Resources Recreation Certificate.