Master the science, design, and long-term management strategies required to restore resilient, self-sustaining wetland ecosystems.
This course examines the purposes and benefits of wetland restoration. Topics include wetland science, wetland history in the United States, planning a restoration, implementing the plan, and a discussion of lessons learned from degraded and restored wetlands. Despite their immense ecological value, wetlands continue to face severe degradation from human activity and climate change. The course explores the fundamental principles and practical techniques required to successfully restore these vital landscapes.
The curriculum offers a comprehensive overview of the ecological, hydrological, and soil sciences that underpin wetland function. Key topics include conducting accurate site assessments, designing hydrologic interventions, managing native and invasive plant species, and navigating the complex regulatory environments surrounding wetland protection. By examining the entire lifespan of a restoration project—from initial planning and physical reconstruction to long-term monitoring and adaptive management—this course illuminates the multifaceted approach needed to revitalize damaged wetlands and ensure their long-term ecological resilience.
Online Courses for Engineers
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Senior Ecologist at EnviroScience, Inc
Dr. Liptak is a senior ecologist in the EnviroScience Natural Resource Practice Area, where he specializes in large project management, wetland ecology, botany, restoration, mitigation wetland design, and large biological inventory projects,. Dr. Liptak earned a B.S in Biology from The University of Toledo and a Ph.D. in Environmental Science at The Ohio State University, where studied wetland biochemical processes in constructed wetlands. He has 30 years of experience in wetlands research and consulting and is a Certified Senior Ecologist (Ecological Society of America). His primary responsibilities at EnviroScience include wetland mitigation planning, wetland assessments and delineations, technical report preparation, and permitting. Dr. Liptak has experience in preparing mitigation plans for many different projects, including wetland creation, restoration, and enhancement, and preparing upland restoration and prairie planting plans. Dr. Liptak has extensive experience with terrestrial, aquatic, and wetland surveys for projects of all sizes. He is a pre‐qualified consultant certified to complete aquatic and terrestrial ecological surveys, wetland delineations, waterways permitting, and wetland mitigation design for Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) projects. He is a member of the Society of Wetlands Scientists and the Ecological Society of America, and regularly gives seminars on wetland issues and regulations within Ohio
