ENVR 1401 - Environmental Science I

Institution:

Central Texas College

Subject:

Description:

General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Emphasis is placed on a global approach to principles and problems in our environment. Topics include: the importance of biodiversity, population dynamics; pest control; human population demographics; land use and abuse; weather; air and water pollution; water use and management; and various forms of conventional and sustainable energy resources. This is a lab science course. Students will complete lab activities as part of the coursework. Lab includes methods of measurement, analysis and interpretation of environmental data; and certification for the Texas Watch Program through the Brazos River Authority. Co-requisite: ENVX 1401.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ctcd.edu

Phone Number:

(254) 526-7161

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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