Want to work in Conservation? START YOUR CAREER IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION HERE This foundation course is an integral part of longer environmental certificates and diplomas but can be taken alone. Conservation is the wise use of resources of the earth, in order that they will be able to support or sustain the generations that are yet to come. This can be done in many ways and in different situations. For example: National Parks - The protection of the ecosystems, including endangered species of flora and fauna, Agriculture ? Sustainable techniques such as the management of soil erosion and water catchment areas, Industry - Pollution control measures should be used, People - Every person should help to collect and recycle waste. This course develops a basis for managing conservation in different environments. The course reviews basic ecology and environmental problems such as pollution and land degradation before considering varying aspects of conservation such as animal, marine and vegetation.