Apr 27, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

Fisheries and Wildlife Biology, Minor

Location(s): California Campus, Clarion Campus, Edinboro Campus


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The Fisheries and Wildlife Science minor at PennWest provides a broad-based curriculum that introduces a student to the various techniques and philosophies of fisheries and wildlife conservation and management. Almost all courses include a laboratory portion where a student will study the practical application of scientific theories and learn how to apply the scientific method with inquiry-based investigations. 

Student Learning Outcomes


  • Apply socio-cultural, economic, and ecological knowledge to develop, implement, and assess fisheries and wildlife conservation and management strategies.
  • Apply the scientific method as a process of inquiry and use the method in the process of decision-making.
  • Apply quantitative tools and field techniques to address fisheries and wildlife conservation and management strategies.

Curriculum Requirements


Required Courses


Total Credits: 18-20


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