Learning Outcomes

Ways of Viewing the Environment

Conservation

Recreation And Land Management

Case Study - The Australian Aborigines

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn about ways of viewing the environment from indigenous people. You will also learn about land as a commodity, conservation management, resolving conflicts, conflicts of interests in land use and look at a case study that highlights the Australian Aborigines.

Outdoor Education - Outdoor Recreation and Land Management  - Final Assessment

Learn about outdoor recreation education, land management and conservation from this free online course.

Outdoor Education - Outdoor Recreation and Land Management

This free online course on Recreation and Outdoor Education teaches you about outdoor recreation and land management. Proper land management is a core aspect of ensuring a sustainable environment. This online course will teach you about land as a commodity, the World Conservation Strategy, and conservation management, as well as the different ways we treat our environment.

Forest Definitions

Classification of Forests

Value of Forests

This module presents an introduction to the science of Forest Management. You will learn the various definitions and classifications of forests and you will also come to understand the practices involved in managing forests, as well as the many benefits of forest conservation.

Silviculture

Plant Growth Factor

Ecological Succession

In this module, you will be introduced to the subject of silviculture, where you will learn about the best practices involved in growing forest crops. You will also learn about the factors that facilitate plant growth and the procedures involved in forest formation.

Soil and Soil Profile

Major Soil Types

Nutrient Cycles

This module examines the different categories of soils and soil profiles. You will come to understand the process of soil formation and the individual properties of the different soil types. You will also learn about nutrient cycles and how they relate to soil profiles.

Tree Form

Measurement of Tree Attributes

Measurement of Tree height

This module defines the attributes and characteristics of forest trees. You will learn the ecological benefits of trees as well as their dimensions and features. You will also learn the various techniques and tools that can be used to accurately measure the diameter of forest trees.

First Assessment

This module is the first assessment, which enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of module 1 - 4 of the course.

Classical Tools

Photogrammetry

LIDAR

This module discusses the classical tools and mechanisms involved in forest surveying. You will learn about the concept of Photogrammetry and the use of Light Detection and Ranging in measuring the biomass of forests.

Kinds of Threats

Forest Fire

Forest Law

In this module, you will learn about the procedures involved in protecting forests. You will learn the various kinds of threats there are against forests in modern-day, as well as the techniques that can be adopted to manage and eradicate such threats.

Regeneration

Silvicultural Systems

Clear Felling System

In this module, you will examine the objectives of silvicultural management and its benefit to the forest vegetations. You will learn the best practices and systems that can be adopted in order to reach these objectives.

Shelterwood System

Variations of The Shelterwood System

Selection System and Irregular Shelterwood System

In this module, learn about various other silvicultural systems such as the shelterwood system and the selection system that can be implemented to reach silvicultural management objectives.

Second Assessment

This module is the second assessment, which enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of module 5 - 8 of the course.

Logging and Processing

Growing Stock and Increment

Yield and Sustained Yield

In this module, learn about the procedures involved in removing trees from a stand. You will also learn the factors that influence the growth of timber and the systems required to ensure sustainable yield in a forest.

Seed Collection and Treatment

Nursery Techniques

Planting and Tending

This module features several silvicultural practices such as seed collection, nursery techniques and seed treatment. You will learn the advantages and disadvantages of each of these techniques as well as how to effectively implement them to attain the best results.

Non-Timber Forest Produce

Social Forestry and Tribal Welfare

Conservation of Wild Animals

In this module, learn about the modern trends in forestry that replace timber production, such as social forestry and wildlife conservation. You will examine the advantages of each of these practices in the ecological system and the benefits they pose to the community.

Revision in Forest Management Practices

Revision in Forest Surveying, Protection and Silviculture

Revision in Silvicultural Practices and Newer Trends in Forestry

This module presents a revision of each of the topics that have been discussed in the preceding modules.

Third Assessment

This module is the third assessment, which enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of module 9 - 11 of the course.

Advanced Diploma in Forest Management - Course Assessment

Learn about the ecological benefits of forests and the processes involved in effectively managing them.

Advanced Diploma in Forest Management

Obtain a forest Management certification in this free online course. You will learn about the sustainable and scientific processes involved in managing forests. Students will learn about several kinds of forests and their ecological benefits and value as well as various threats that currently plague forests. Anyone who has an interest in forestry and any related courses will benefit from studying this forest management training course.

Monitoring Wild Animals Preliminaries

Basics of Sampling

Distance Sampling - I

Distance Sampling - II

Radio-Telemetry

Behavioural Monitoring

In this module, you will be introduced to how wildlife can be monitored. You will learn about the basics of sampling, the differences between census and sampling as well as the kinds of sampling. You will be taught distance sampling and how the distance sampling formula is derived. You will also be shown the analysis of radio-telemetry.

What Is A Habitat?

Habitat Degradation, Loss, Fragmentation and Displacement

Reserve Selection and Design

Habitat Management and Improvement

In this module, you will be introduced to habitats and the three modes of dispersal. You will learn about habitat degradation, loss, fragmentation and displacement. You will be taught the creation of reserve, hotspots and gap analysis. You will be shown the principles of reserve design, habitat management and improvement.

Overview of Capturing and Restraining Wild Animals

Mechanical Capture

Chemical Capture

Capture Myopathy

Care of Immobilised Animal

Legal Aspects of Capture and Restraint

Wildlife Tracking and Monitoring - Course assessment

Learn about tracking and monitoring wildlife and the modern technology used to do so in this free online course.

Wildlife Tracking and Monitoring

You will be introduced to wildlife tracking and monitoring in this course. Learn how to protect endangered species, as well as how to develop safe wildlife corridors for migrating animals that help prevent increasing human-wildlife conflict, often caused by human incursion into wild spaces in the name of development. You will also be taught the latest and effective technologies used in tracking wildlife and why wildlife monitoring is essential.

An Introduction to Forest Management - Course Assessment

Explore the fundamentals of forest management and learn the economic value of different forest types.

An Introduction to Forest Management

This course introduces you to the science of forest management. We examine the attributes of different types of forests, their ecological benefits and their economic value. This course suits anyone who has an interest in the fields of forestry, climate change, forest products, wood production and forest resources. Our dwindling forests are precious and this course can qualify you to join the fight to care for and preserve them.

Course Introduction

Depletion of Natural Resources

Waste Management

In this module, you will be introduced to some of the important environmental issues we face and how the course will help you to understand them.  You will meet the two main characters used to present the material.  The module also covers the issues of depletion of natural resources and how we manage waste.

Air Pollution

Water Pollution, Sanitation and Contaminated Land

The Impact of Plastic Pollution

In this module, Naomi and Alison discuss air and water pollution  You will also be introduced to other forms of pollution, including the issue of plastic. Discover how these issues are affecting us.

Climate Breakdown

Loss of Biodiversity

Links Between Environmental Issues

This module is about Climate Breakdown and Biodiversity Loss and the Interrelationships between different environmental issues. The module also includes a summary of the whole course.

Introduction to Environmental Issues - Course Assessment

This free online course introduces a range of today’s critical environmental issues and discusses ways to address them.

Introduction to Environmental Issues

This course aims to give you an understanding of the most pressing environmental issues that we are facing. We will cover resource depletion, waste, pollution, climate change and biodiversity loss. You will discover that all of these issues are interrelated so taking action to resolve one will affect the others. This course delves into the causes of environmental issues and explains what will happen if we do not take action.

Tree Biology and Planting Techniques

Tree Care and Maintenance

Arboriculture - Equipment and Operation

This module covers a broad foundation of arboriculture, with a strong focus on tree biology, pruning, soil and tree growth. You will develop a broad sound technical understanding of arboricultural principles and practices, including seed collection methods, tree nutrition, soil pH management, tree disease and management.

Course Assessment - Introduction to Arboriculture

Gain in-depth knowledge of tree biology and tree establishment, care and maintenance from this free online course.

Introduction to Arboriculture

Trees are vital to our survival on earth since they give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilize the soil and give life to wildlife. It is therefore essential to preserve and sustainably manage them. This course will help you develop the expertise and skills needed to work in arboriculture. It provides indispensable knowledge and background training in tree identification, selection and care. Enrol now and broaden your understanding of arboriculture.

Introduction to the Course

A Historical Overview of Ecology

Ecology and Evolution

The Levels of Organisation

Species Abundance and Composition: Biodiversity

Biodiversity - II

In this module, you will be introduced to evolution and ecology. You will look at what are the interactions that are driving the abundance and distribution of individual animals? You will study the essential concepts of an ecosystem, biogeography evolution, modern population and community ecology. It will then discuss the role of fitness in evolution. Along with this, you will look at the emergent principle, the levels of organization in the biological world, and measures of biodiversity.

Positive Interaction

Negative Interaction

Study of Behavior and Behavioral Ecology

Food Chains, Food Webs & Trophic Levels

Primary Production

Nutrient Cycle

In this module, you will be introduced to ecological interactions. You will learn the difference between intraspecific and interspecific synergies. Along with this, you will explore the differences between exploitative competition and interference competition. You will look at different kinds of behavioural ecologies, such as foraging behaviour and anti-predator behaviour. This module will also cover primary production, the efficiency of production, and biogeochemical cycle.

Population Parameters and Demographic Techniques

Population Growth and Regulation

Population Studies and Applications

Community Nature and Parameters

Community Changes and Ecological Succession

Community Organisation

In this module, you will learn about population studies and applications. This includes the study of theories of population growth and regulation. You will also look at population parameters and demographic techniques. Then, this module will help you learn the specific traits that we can discern from a community. You will look at how the changes happen in community and how a community forms? This module will also discuss the relationship between biodiversity and stability.

Diploma in Wild Life Ecology - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Biography: Analysis of Geographic Distribution

Why are things Where they are?

Push and Pull Factors in Greater Detail

Threats to Species

In-situ Conversation

Ex-situ Conversation

Distribution, Abundance and Threatened Species - Learning Summary

In this module, you will be introduced with distribution, abundance and measurement of threatened species. This includes analysis of geographic distributions, dispersal and anthropogenic factors, and some push and pulls elements. You will look at population dynamics and extinction. It will then follow into characteristics of population dynamics, such as stochastic factors and deterministic factors. You will also study the ecological processes, that is in-situ and ex-situ conservation.

Introduction and Impacts

Human Population Growth and  Food Requirements

Sustainable Development

Oil Spills

Plastic and Biodiversity

Impacts of Climate Change

In this module, you will be introduced with human ecology and the ecology of change. You will study the impacts of human beings on ecology, human population growth, food requirements, and sustainable development. It will then follow into a study of how the oil spill brings out a change in the ecology? This module will help you understand plastic and biodiversity, components of climate change and the working of the climate system in detail.

Optimum Yield Problem

Biological Control

Ecotoxicology, Pollution Management and Restoration Ecology

Revision: 01 - Wild Life Ecology

Revision: 02 Wild Life Ecology

Revision: 03 Wild Life Ecology

In this module, you will be introduced with applied ecology in greater detail. You will learn about optimal yield problem and numerical analysis of population size and the weight of stock. Then, you will look at the differences between controlled and uncontrolled pests. It will then follow into the study of different pest control methods in detail. This module will also help you learn about ecotoxicology, pollution management, and restoration ecology.

Diploma in Wild Life Ecology - Second Assessment

Final Assessment

Study the essentials around the concepts of ecosystems, evolutionary biogeography and ecotoxicology in this free course.

Advanced Diploma in Wildlife Ecology

Delve into evolution and ecology in this free course on wildlife ecology. You will study the essential concepts of an ecosystem, evolutionary biogeography, modern population theory and community ecology. With this, you will learn about the impacts of humans on ecosystems, human population growth, sustainable development, plastics and biodiversity, and the components of climate change. You will then be introduced to the study of ecotoxicology.