Manvel High School
Course Syllabus
Wildlife Fisheries and Ecology
management
Mrs. Courtney Webb
Manvel High School
19601 Hwy. 6
Manvel, Texas 77578
Phone: (281) 245- 2232 ext. 4660
Email: ccates@alvinisd.net
Room D119
Conference: 6th Period (12:57-1:50)
Course Description:
This course serves as preparation for a career or studies in the wildlife, ecology, and
natural resources industries. This course explores the importance of wildlife and
recreation management to the environment and the Agricultural industry. Students will
learn the identification and management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish,
and their habitats as well as their ecological needs.
Materials:
2 Inch, 3 ring binder with pockets
Spiral Notebook
Pen or pencil
* NOTE- this binder will be kept in the classroom at all times and will count for
a grade throughout the semester.
Classroom Rules and Expectations:
1. All students will come to class prepared and on time.
2. The teacher will dismiss the class, not the bell. No lining up at the door before
bell rings. Mrs. Webb’s BIGGEST pet peeve.
3. Students will not sleep in class.
4. Profanity will not be tolerated.
5. Be respectful of everyone; peers, teachers, guest speakers.
6. Be engaged in the lesson and activities.
Tutorials:
Must be scheduled by appointment with Mrs. Webb
Homework Policy:
Most assignments or projects given in class, students will have class time to
complete. If a student does not complete the work then it becomes homework and will
be due the following class day. All work turned in late will be subjected to the district
policy on late work.
Late Work Policy:
The assignment is considered late if it is not turned in at the time it is due. All late
work will receive a grade penalty. The following table reflects the maximum percentage
of the possible grade the student is to receive for late assignments, at the high school
level.
One day late………………………..80%
Two days late……………………...70%
Three days or more………………..no credit
Grading Policy:
Daily work- 45%
Tests- 40%
Class Participation-15%
Course Outline:
1st Nine Weeks Topics
Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences
Benefits of Wildlife
Hunters Ed
2nd Nine Weeks Topics
Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences
Exotic Wildlife Species/Identification
Wildlife Laws
State & Federal Agencies in Wildlife Conservation
3rd Nine Weeks Topics
Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences
Waterfowl Species
Game and Land Bird Species
4th Nine weeks Topics
Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences
Saltwater Fish Species/Identification
Freshwater Fish Species/Identification
Boater’s Safety Education
Ecology Concepts
Maps & GPS
To receive a Quality grade, you must do Quality work!!!