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Credit Students - Registration for Winter 2026 begins Friday, October 24, 2025 at 9 a.m. for students registering online via Ocelot Access and the Schoolcraft College mobile app. Use the registration card to make your course plan today.
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CES-3874Birdwatching 101: Introduction to Birds & Birding
Course Description
Gain the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to start birdwatching and deepen your understanding of the fascinating world of birds. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your birding skills, this class covers everything from bird biology to observation techniques. This is a perfect way to develop a deeper appreciation of birds and enhance your skills for observing and identifying local bird species. The first two classes will be held at Schoolcraft. The last class will be an offsite field trip. Requirement: students will need a pair of binoculars.
Course Schedule
Winter - 2026
| Course | Section | Course Title | Meeting Info | Meeting Dates | Instructors | Fee/Senior Cost Fee | CEUs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CES-3874 | 917007 | Birdwatching 101: Introduction to Birds & Birding | 04/20/2026 - 04/27/2026 LEC Monday 06:00 PM-08:00 PM, Room JC 122. 05/02/2026 LEC Saturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Room OFC OFF. 3 Wks 5/2 will be an off campus field trip | 04/20/26 - 05/02/26 | D. Burlett | $75.00/ SA$60.00 | 0.60 | Open |
| Description | Details |
|---|---|
| Course: | CES-3874 |
| Section: | 917007 |
| Course Title: | Birdwatching 101: Introduction to Birds & Birding |
| Meeting Info: | 04/20/2026 - 04/27/2026 LEC Monday 06:00 PM-08:00 PM, Room JC 122. 05/02/2026 LEC Saturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Room OFC OFF. 3 Wks 5/2 will be an off campus field trip |
| Meeting Dates: | 04/20/26 - 05/02/26 |
| Instructors: | D. Burlett |
| Fee/Senior Cost Fee: | $75.00/ SA$60.00 |
| CEUS: | 0.60 |
| Status: | Open |
Key:
** book required
* book and USB required
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