This course will introduce the student to an integration of ecological topics that will form a basis for wildlife and rangeland management. These topics will be used to determine stocking rates and habitat condition for agricultural and wild landscapes. The theoretical portion of the course includes identification of intensive and extensive principles blended with a practical focus on application and interpretation of adjacent land uses, land classification, habitat alteration and community dynamics. Fundamental principles for vertebrate management, species at risk, safe use factors, range water conservation and holistic management are included to optimize biodiversity. Biological scenarios are examined by the students to stress indicators of habitat and animal condition.