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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
This course examines how humans utilize resources in a variety of subject areas and how resources are, or could be, consumed in a sustainable manner. Topics covered include energy production, agriculture, harvesting, transportation, biodiversity, and ecological services. These subjects will be discussed from social, cultural, political, ecological, and economic perspectives with an emphasis on comparative sustainability between different locations on the planet. Applicable to the minors in Environmental Studies and Sustainability and BA in Environmental Studies, but is not applicable toward a BS in Environmental Studies. ENS 122 is a study abroad course requiring international travel.
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4.00 Credits
Explores topics such as the value of biological diversity, threats to biodiversity, strategies employed to protect endangered species and habitats, and sustainable development. How the process of science is applied to the conservation of endangered species and habitats is the central theme of the course. Case studies focus on regions of the planet that have been designated as biodiversity hotspots. Applicable to the minors in Environmental Studies and Sustainability but is not applicable toward an Environmental Studies major. Lecture only.
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4.00 Credits
An experiential learning course focused on sustainability issues and solutions in urban areas around the world. Main topics include water, waste, energy, transportation and food. Includes cross-cultural comparison of lifestyles and resource usage, and site visits to relevant local facilities are included. Applicable to the minors in Environmental Studies and Sustainability but is not applicable toward an Environmental Studies major. Lecture only.
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3.00 Credits
A broad survey of the geological processes at work on and within the earth. Topics include the origin and composition of rocks, as well as the origin, location and characteristics of volcanoes, earthquakes and mountain belts, within the framework of plate tectonics. Also covers the modification of the earth's surface by wind, rivers, glaciers, groundwater, waves and currents, and the evolution of continents and ocean basins. Lecture only.
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to Environmental Studies I is the first part of a two-course introductory sequence that explores the field of environmental studies from the disciplinary perspectives of the natural sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities. This course will investigate the intersectionality of the human population and its ethical, economic, and political systems. It will then survey major issues in environmental studies including biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services, food production, water resources, mineral resources, waste, energy systems, water pollution and air pollution from these diverse perspectives. Introduction to Environmental Studies I will also explore the use of the scientific method, data analysis and interpretation techniques, and the scientific literacy of our society.
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4.00 Credits
Introduction to Environmental Studies II is the second part of a two-course introductory sequence that explores the field of environmental studies, including the natural sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities. This course will investigate global environmental change by examining the intersectionality of planetary and anthropogenic systems from the perspectives of these disciplines. The basic function of planetary systems will be examined along with causes and effects of anthropogenic impacts and potential solutions to the problems caused by those impacts. Introduction to Environmental Studies II will also explore the use of the scientific method, data analysis and interpretation techniques, and the scientific literacy of our society.
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4.00 Credits
Teaches students the applications of geographic information systems technology to a variety of biological issues including delimiting species and habitat distribution, identifying landscape-level relationships between abiotic and biotic factors and their spatial effects on populations; identifying potential effects of human activity on natural areas and populations; and developing management and regulatory policies including defining potential protected areas.
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4.00 Credits
Environmental Science and Policy is an upper-level Environmental Studies course that investigates the scientific basis of environmental issues, policies enacted to address those issues at the federal, state, and local levels, and how our understanding of both have changed over time due to fluctuating societal norms. The course will examine both science and policy issues from the Triple Bottom Line perspective, wherein environmental, economic, and social impacts will be considered simultaneously. Major topics to be investigated include air, water, food systems, land use, energy, biodiversity, and consideration of how lessons learned from the past can help us shape a more sustainable future.
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4.00 Credits
This course is designed to conduct an in-depth exploration of local, national, and global environmental justice issues. Major concepts in this course include defining and the history of environmental justice, major issues of environmental justice (local, national, and global scale), key 'stakeholders' of environmental justice and injustice, and future implications of environmental justice and injustice. Environmental justice issues will be explored from the perspectives of the natural sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities to identify intersections among these disciplines. The course will require independent research and discussion of relevant issues.
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4.00 Credits
This course will provide an advanced understanding of environmental microbiology. The course focuses on understanding the role environmental microbiology has on our daily lives,microbial community structure and communication, growth, reproduction, metabolism, gene expression, and diversity of microorganisms, mechanical and chemical environmental mechanisms to control microbial growth, industrial applications of microbiology. Course prerequisites: Biology lower core curriculum. Must take with ENS 307L. Cannot take both ENS 307 and BIO 307 towards degree.
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