Course code MežZP003
Credit points 0.75
Game Management
Total Hours in Course20
Date of course confirmation08.11.2011
Responsible UnitInstitute of Forest Management
Course developer
Andrejs Dreimanis
Dr. silv.
Course abstract
During their practical work the students improve and enrich their theoretical knowledge. They learn about the traces game animals leave- the types of damages to trees and bushes they cause and the intensity of those damages, as well as the level of artiodactula natural food utilization. They practice in making masts for hunting, the build hunting lookout tower and carry out biotechnical activities.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
After the Course Students will have:
• Collateral Knowledge about theoretical Base in Forest Trees Improvement and practical application.
• Skills to assess hunting areas and take biotechnical measures.
• Competence to develop Methodology of Diploma work in Cooperation with Supervisor and to collect necessary Data.
Compulsory reading
1. Dreimanis A. Biotehniskie pasākumu medību saimniecībā: Lekcija. Jelgava:LLA., 1992. 28 lpp.
Periodicals and other sources
1. Rakstu krājums: Mežzinātne. [ tiešsaiste]. Salaspils: Latvijas Valsts Mežzinātnes institūts "Silava". ISSN 1407-270X. [skatīts 05.12.2011.] Pieejams: http://www.silava.lv/Mezzinatne/lejupieladei.aspx
2. Medības. Makšķerēšana. Daba. ISSN 1407-0537.