SCI 21 - Environmental Sciences

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week SCI 21 is an introduction to environmental sciences. A course designed to give the student a basic integrated understanding of the environment and planet. Topics are chosen from the scientific disciplines of biology, geology, meteorology, chemistry, physics, oceanography and human population dynamics. The course is specifically designed for non-liberal arts majors. Upon successful completion of SCI 21, the student should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry and physics. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of ecosystem function and structure. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of evolution and genetics. Demonstrate knowledge and concern with the environment problems of pollution, energy, resources and depletion, and overpopulation. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the impact of technology on man and the environment. Analyze critically and formulate positions on selected issues.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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