Introduction to Conservation Engineering

This course is intended for newer technical conservation staff to get exposure to the common engineering practices and skills they may encounter. The week will include numerous hands on activities, outdoor exercises, and a field tour of installed practices. Engineering topics include: hydrology, erosion control practices, surveying, construction inspection, engineering references, livestock waste, wetlands, livestock watering systems, irrigation, drainage, streambank protection, energy, quality assurance, and soils/geology. Each of these topics will be higher level overviews.