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  • ENS 310: Atmospheric Science

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    A survey of meteorology and atmospheric science. Topic coverage will include energy and radiation, global and local wind circulation, humidity and precipitation, cyclone development, weather systems, atmosphere-ocean interactions, climate classification, and global climate change. By the end of the course, students will have a concrete understanding of the complexity of our atmosphere and how atmospheric science fits within the broader field of environmental studies.
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  • ENS 323: Natural Resource Management

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    his course equips students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges, preparing them for impactful roles in natural resource management. Students will explore the complex interplay of ecological, social, and economic factors influencing our approach to managing natural resources. Case studies will focus on terrestrial resources (e.g., rangelands, forest land, urban development, agricultural areas) and aquatic resources (e.g., fisheries, marine protected areas). Through class discussions and research projects, students will hone data analysis and interpretation skills, utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for spatial data analysis, navigate conflicting stakeholder needs, and craft natural resource management grant proposals.
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  • ENS 335: Fisheries Science and Management

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    Fisheries is an upper division environmental studies course designed to introduce students to field and analytical methods used in fisheries science. We will explore mathematical models such as population models, model parameter estimation, computer-intensive models, randomization test, statistical bootstrap methods, and characterization of uncertainty. We will collect class data on fisheries in Hillsborough River and Plant Creek Stream using minnow traps, pinfish traps, and seines. Students will construct age and growth models, and stock recruitment relationships needed for writing a stock assessment.
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  • ENS 346: Conservation Biology

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    A study of the biological and human factors relating to the current global extinction crisis and how conservation practices are used to evaluate and preserve threatened species and habitats. Emphases are placed upon how issues in ecology, population, biology and taxonomy affect the status of a species, and how these issues relate to policy and management decisions. Materials covered are connected to current literature in weekly discussion periods.
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  • ENS 349: Water, Wetlands and Wildlife

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    This lecture course covers the struggle between rapid human population growth, the availability of clean water, and the health of aquatic and wetland systems and the wildlife within. Covers a broad range of topics from three major themes: 1) water resource use and water pollution impacts and policy; 2) wetlands biology, impacts, legislation, jurisdictional determination and policy; and 3) the biology, impacts, assessment and conservation of aquatic and semi-aquatic wildlife. International case studies will augment a focus on water issues in the U.S.
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  • ENS 380: Environmental Methods and Technology

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    A diverse set of methods and technology are used by agency and industry personnel to measure and monitor the environment. Students will get direct experience with a wide range of skills, standard methods, field and laboratory equipment, and technology used by environmental professionals. Topics include the regulatory framework, project management, and a tour of methods and technology used in hazardous waste, stormwater, wastewater, groundwater, air and water quality, biodiversity surveys, and ecological restoration. Lectures will be augmented with weekly exercises in the field or laboratory that focus on a particular method and the equipment and technology used.
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  • ENS 399: Environmental Studies Career Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    This course is designed for juniors within the environmental studies department to conduct an in-depth exploration of job opportunities within environmental studies as well as preparation to pursue the job opportunities. The course will require independent research, class discussion, a portfolio submission, and a presentation. This course will bring students together from the four concentrations of environmental studies including communication, humanity and geography, natural science and public policy which will allow for the intersections of the concentrations to be discussed and applied to the global job market.
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  • ENS 401: Environmental Studies Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    Environmental Studies Seminar is a discussion-based course that synthesizes knowledge about the environment and sustainability across the natural sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities, and business disciplines. Students will explore contemporary issues and conduct team-based projects that identify an environmental or sustainability issue in the local community, develop environmental, social, and economic impact assessments, explore solutions, and present their findings. This course may be used to satisfy the capstone requirement of the Minor in Environmental Studies and Minor in Sustainability. Students must have completed or be concurrently completing all requirements for the Minor in Environmental Studies or Minor in Sustainability.
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  • ENS 410: Environmental Studies Capstone

    4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    Environmental Studies Capstone is a Culminating Experience course that is required for students majoring in Environmental Studies and optional for students minoring in Environmental Studies or Sustainability. Students work in interdisciplinary teams to develop a solutions proposal for a real-world environmental issue faced by a community partner (e.g., local governments, NGO's, businesses). This solutions proposal will use the skills, theories, and methodologies of the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities to examine the issue and make strategic recommendations. Students will develop Stakeholder engagement plans and communications strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences and compete to present their proposal to the community partner. Senior standing is required for Environmental Studies majors. Completion or concurrent enrollment in remaining requirements and instructor permission are required for students minoring in Environmental Studies or Sustainability.
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  • ENS 440: Selected Topics in Environmental Studies

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    The University of Tampa

    Students select a topic of interest within environmental studies in consultation with an environmental studies professor and explore that topic thoroughly through directed, literature-based research. Requires at least two hours each week for each credit hour attempted and a formal paper with extensive literature review. Oral presentation of results can be used in place of ENS 401 with permission of department chair. Counts as general elective credit only and may not be used as an upper level Environmental Studies elective.
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