WATS 5625 - Adaptive Management of Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration
Catalog Description
This course introduces Adaptive Management and how it can be applied to Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration (LTPBR) of riverscapes. Students will engage in lectures, discussions, and readings, and will develop an adaptive management plan for the Birch Creek restoration project.
Title | Adaptive Management of Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration of Riverscapes |
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Course Number | WATS 5625 |
Semester Offered | Spring |
Credits | 1.0 Credit (1.5 CEU) |
Levels | Graduate / Undergraduate |
Schedule | Hybrid face-to-face / online |
Cross-listed As | CEWA 5625 |
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Schedule
Spring 2023
Class | Time | Days | Location | Dates | Instructor |
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Adaptive Management of LTPBR | 1:30–4:15 pm | Tuesday | Online via Zoom | Apr 18, 25 2023 | Nick Bouwes |
This course is based on Module 6 of the self-paced materials.
Module 6 - Adaptive Management Materials (slides, videos, exercises)
Discussion Schedule
Students are expected to review materials ahead of each discussion session. The course meets twice for group discussions:
Date | Modules | Topics |
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4/18/2023 | 6A–D | Introduction & background of Adaptive Management |
4/25/2023 | 6E–F | Adaptive Management for LTPBR and framework design for Birch Creek |
Fees
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Matriculated students: USU tuition for 1 credit hour (varies $721–$2716 depending on residency & level)
Register via Banner -
Continuing Education students: $315 for 1.5 CEUs ($270 course + $45 CEU processing fee)
Registration for CEUs is closed for 2023.
Instructor
Lead Instructor
- Nick Bouwes
Ecologist, Adjunct Professor, Principal at Anabranch Solutions
Office hours by appointment via Canvas
Questions? Use Canvas to message the instructor.
Instructor Affiliations
Course Resources
This course is organized into a series of modules, including:
- lecture slides (PDFs)
- recorded lectures (YouTube)
- readings (textbook chapters or PDFs)
Assignments and assessments are managed in Canvas with rubrics posted there.
Access Spring 2023 Canvas Page
Course Textbooks
You will need access to the following:
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Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration of Riverscapes: Design Manual
Free PDF or order a print copy from Amazon or BookBaby -
Pocket Field Guide
Free PDF or order a waterproof copy
Focus on chapters 3, 4, and 6 of the Design Manual.
Evaluation & Grading
Quizzes and assignments are graded according to rubrics in Canvas.
Grade | Range |
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A | 93–100% |
A- | 90–92.9% |
B+ | 87–89.9% |
B | 83–86.9% |
B- | 80–82.9% |
C+ | 77–79.9% |
C | 73–76.9% |
C- | 70–72.9% |
D+ | 67–69.9% |
D | 60–66.9% |
F | below 60% |
Course Policies
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Attendance is expected for all discussion sessions.
USU Attendance Policy -
Academic integrity is required. See USU Honor System
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Academic freedom protects your right to discuss, study, and learn.
Policy 403 -
Support for students with disabilities is available through the Disability Resource Center.
Student Resources
- USU Library
- Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Student Code of Conduct
- Title IX / Equity Office
- Emergency Procedures