Bachelor's of Applied Science in Environmental Conservation in North Las Vegas United States | College of Southern Nevada

This Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program focuses on Environmental Conservation, offering a unique bachelor's degree path for students who gain department approval to enroll in the BAS or have earned an associate degree in a related discipline from an accredited institution with department approval. The degree builds upon the technical foundation of an AAS in Environmental Management, equipping graduates with advanced skills for environmental conservation careers.

Student Learning Outcomes
Explain federal, county, state, and tribal policies influencing natural resource management.
Apply landscape ecology concepts and technology to evaluate ecological situations.
Propose environmental methods to create management solutions for conservation professionals.
Interpret biological data to guide decision-making on environmental concerns.
Organize natural resource planning using clear communication approaches.
Choose appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP) and scientific methods for resource conservation.
Contribute to drafting Conservation Action Plans (CAP), Biological Assessments (BA), Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Informal Biological Assessments (IBA), and related documents.
Demonstrate leadership abilities in environmental conservation and natural resource sectors.