This course explains:
· Concepts and terminology of Rangelands and its plants, according to the Libyan experts.
· Composition and distribution of rangeland vegetation, and its divisions in Libya.
· The main features of the climate and plants on Libyan Rangeland.
· Plant species in the Libyan environment, their pastoral and fodder value, and its palatability.
· Carrying capacity and plant palatability, by different kinds of animals.
· Naming of plant communities and follower plants, examples of plant succession in the Libyan environments.
· Rangeland evaluation, importance of fodder trees and shrubs.
· Restoration techniques of rangeland.
· General discussion and selected topics.
By completing the course, the student will be able to
· Use computers and modern technologies in collecting, entering, analyzing and interpreting data.
· Introducing plants to Libyan Rangeland according to the composition and distribution of vegetation.
· Use of scientific and practical foundations and modern techniques to evaluate Libyan rangeland condition.
· Evaluation of plant species in the Libyan environment, their pastoral and fodder value, and palatability.
· Executing the programs he supervises.
Teaching method
• Lectures.
• Practical and field training.
• Library & network.
• Panel discussions and dialogues.
· 50% of the total grade = midterm exams (20% first exam + 20% second exam + 10% practical).
· 50% of the total grade = final exam (40% Final exam + 10% practical).
· Passing score 50%