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Conservation Ecology

University of Alaska Anchorage

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The Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Conservation Ecology prepares students to learn about conservation ecology in a hands-on environment in Alaska where climate change is being witnessed. Though this program of study will be based on ecological theory covered in lecture courses, the focus will be on exploring real-world application of conservation research.

Credits

17 credits

Format

In-Person

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Alaska

    Alaska

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingWritingScienceCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

English LanguageBiologyMathematicsGeographyCustomer and Personal Service

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingWritten ExpressionInductive ReasoningSpeech ClarityCategory Flexibility

Tasks

  • Apply principles of specialized fields of science, such as agronomy, soil science, forestry, or agri
  • Plan soil management or conservation practices, such as crop rotation, reforestation, permanent vege
  • Monitor projects during or after construction to ensure projects conform to design specifications.

Technology

Document management softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

Desktop computersDigital camerasDumpy levelsDutch augersGlobal positioning system GPS receiversLaptop computersLaser distance measurement systemsPersonal computersTheodolitesTotal stationsWater samplers

Work Values

RelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsIndependenceRecognitionSupport
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium19-1031.00Conservation Scientiststitle_inference$67,950 median$107,720 top+3.51%100
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Specialized scientific principles from soil science, agronomy, and forestry — apply routinely to formulate conservation recommendations for assigned land units with limited oversight.
  • Soil and water conservation plans including reforestation, terracing, and permanent vegetation — develop and document for standard land use scenarios with reduced supervisory review.
  • Post-construction project monitoring — conduct scheduled site inspections and prepare compliance reports confirming adherence to design specifications.
  • Land users such as farmers and ranchers — advise on conservation plan options and common problems using clear technical communication and established agency guidelines.
  • Nutrient management, buffer strips, and erosion control measures — implement and adjust in the field in accordance with approved conservation plans and site conditions.
  • Design specification computations — calculate using survey data, field measurements, and technical engineering manuals for typical conservation practice installations.
  • GIS applications and spatial databases — analyze geographic data independently to generate land use maps and preliminary conservation recommendations.
  • Analytical and scientific software — process soil, water quality, and vegetation data to evaluate conservation outcomes and prepare summary findings.
  • Environmental habitat and groundwater improvement programs — contribute substantively to interdisciplinary work team planning sessions and draft sections of program proposals.
  • Written technical reports and agency correspondence — compose and revise clearly to convey conservation findings and practice recommendations to supervisors and stakeholders.

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Student Outcomes

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Completion Rate
100%
Placement Rate
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