FIELD TECHNIQUES: Estimation of Animal Populations

Issued by University of Texas at San Antonio

The earner has attended a session in the field to estimate small animal populations using the Sherman live traps; calculate the appropriate metrics and presented the data in a form that clearly describes the small mammal population and meets professional standards. To join field workshops, contact julian.chavez@utsa.edu for more information and calendar events.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost Free

Skills

Earning Criteria

The Learner must be one of the following: (1) A current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Environmental Science at UTSA with 60 hours or more, (2) A current graduate student in Environmental Science at UTSA, or (3) A previous student with an undergraduate or graduate degree in Environmental Science from UTSA. The learner must also fill out a waiver to work in the field.
The learner will review the document NEON Data Collection for Small Mammals sponsored by the National Science Foundation.
The learner will complete a Lesson and Exam in Google Classroom and score a grade of 80 or above.
The learner will participate in a field workshop to collect data using Sherman traps and must attend the entire workshop.
Assignment - The learner will estimate the density and diversity of small mammals in the sampled area. The learner will present this information in a form acceptable by the profession.
When ready to submit the completed assignment, use this link to upload one PDF. Be sure to include your name and email in the document so that your badge can be issued.