Dr. David Walker

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Walker is an Assistant Professor at the University of Manitoba in the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. He earned his Ph.D. in Botany with a focus on Ecology from the University of Manitoba in 2001. His research interests lie in quantitative terrestrial ecology, specializing in geomatics and wildlife conservation. Walker is dedicated to environmental mapping and integrating geospatial technologies within Geographic Information Systems (GIS). His teaching often includes a strong experiential component, emphasizing lab and field exercises, particularly in environmental field courses. His research programs concentrate on Canadian boreal forests, examining the environmental impacts of hydroelectric development and its effects on wildlife species such as caribou, as well as the ecosystems in temperate grassland landscapes, focusing on invasive species and ecosystem health. Additionally, Walker has been involved in international conservation and development projects in tropical and subtropical regions, advocating for health, sustainability, and environmental education.

Research Interests

Quantitative Terrestrial Ecology Geomatics Wildlife Conservation Environmental Mapping Geospatial Technologies Geographic Information Systems Environmental Impacts of Hydroelectric Development Invasive Species Ecosystem Health

Courses

GEOG 2200 Thematic Cartography GEOG 3730 Geographic Information Systems GEOG 4872 Advanced Geomatics ENVR 4000 T45 Wildlife Management GEOG 7872 Advanced Geomatics

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
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  • Proof of professional registration
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.