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WATS 6900 §6 – Course Syllabus

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Catalog Description

This course introduces the implementation phase of Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration (LTPBR) of riverscapes. Students will design and build low-tech structures such as PALS (post-assisted log structures) and BDAs (beaver dam analogues), and gain skills in consultation, permitting, construction safety, and project logistics.

TitleImplementation of Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration of Riverscapes
Semester OfferedSpring
Credits1.0 Credit hour (1.5 CEU)
LevelsGraduate/Undergraduate
Schedule TypesHybrid Face-to-Face Lecture
Cross-Listed AsCEWA 5700 (WATS/CEWA 5624 from 2022 onward)

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Schedule

Spring 2021 – Implementation of LTPBR

  • Matriculated Students: ST:IMP LOWTEC PRCBAS REST RIV - 37989 - WATS 6900 - 006
  • Non-Matriculated Students: 26398 - CEWA 5700 - LB5
ClassTimeDaysWhereDatesInstructors
Implementing LTPBR1:30–3:30 pmTuesdayZoomApr 20, 2021Scott Shahverdian, Joe Wheaton, Stephen Bennett, Nicolaas Bouwes
Implementing LTPBR7:30 am–5:30 pmSaturdayField TripApr 24, 2021Same instructors

Canvas Link:
Canvas Course Page

Course Meeting Modules

DateModulesTopics
Apr 205.2–5.5Overview, Consultation & Permitting, Logistics & Safety, PALS & BDA Construction, Adaptive Management
Apr 245.6Field Day – Practical Project Construction

Module 5 resources (slides, lectures, and exercises):
Module 5 – Implementation


Fees

  • Matriculated Students: standard USU tuition (details) + $100 course fee for field trip (covers construction supplies, travel, safety gear, etc.)
  • Continuing Ed Students: $371.88 (register here)

Register for Module 5 – Implementation


Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will:

  1. Understand consultation and permitting processes
  2. Apply safe low-tech construction techniques
  3. Create an adaptive management plan for maintenance and future phases
  4. Document as-built conditions and field results

Instructors

  • Scott Shahverdian

    • ResearchGate
    • Fluvial Geomorphologist, Associate Design Geomorphologist at Anabranch Solutions
    • Office Hours: By appointment
  • Stephen Bennett

    • ResearchGate
    • Ecologist, USU Adjunct Professor, Principal at Anabranch Solutions
    • Office Hours: By appointment
  • Joseph Wheaton

    • Website
    • Associate Professor of Riverscapes, USU
    • Office Hours: Wednesday 12–1pm (Zoom) or by appointment
  • Nicolaas Bouwes

    • ResearchGate
    • Aquatic Ecologist, USU Adjunct Professor, Principal at Anabranch Solutions
    • Office Hours: By appointment

Group Office Hours: Wednesday 12–1pm on Zoom

Canvas Messaging Preferred: please use Canvas for communication.

Instructor Affiliations


Course Resources

This course is built around modules with slides, videos, and readings. All materials and assignments are posted on Canvas.

Spring 2021 Canvas Course

Additional module resources:
Module 5 – Implementation

Course Textbooks:


Grading

GradeRange
A93–100%
A-90–93%
B+87–90%
B83–87%
B-80–83%
C+77–80%
C73–77%
C-70–73%
D+67–70%
D60–67%
Fbelow 60%

Rubrics and assessment criteria are described in Canvas.


University Policies

This course complies with all USU academic policies, including:

For a complete list, refer to:
USU Academic Policies and Procedures