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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to familiarize students with the biology, natural history and conservation of marine mammals in the Western North Atlantic, with primary focus on the North Atlantic right whale and humpback whale. Students shall understand the evolution, anatomy, behavior, field identification, data collection, the history of whaling, and modern conservation issues. Students shall develop skills in seamanship and navigation onboard the ship. Prerequisite: None / 3 credits. Offered in the Summer aboard the Spirit of Massachusetts.
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3.00 Credits
A study of environmental interactions including population and cultural problems, resource utilization, and impacts upon biotic systems. Presented to enable students to better understand and evaluate contemporary environmental problems and the application of science to their solution. The corresponding laboratory component provides students with the practical experience of measuring, recording and interpreting environmental data. Interdisciplinary knowledge is used to solve environmental problems. Some field trips may be required. (3 class hours / 2 laboratory hours) Prerequisite: MAT020 and ENL020 and ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores / 4 credits. Offered in the Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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3.00 Credits
This course presents an introduction to the process of environmental management and decision-making. This course incorporates a modular approach to instructing students on issues of environmental protection throughout Cape Cod by focusing on wetlands, habitat, land-use planning, and conservation. Students learn watershed management and remediation, focusing on wastewater, water supply and storm water issues. Students also learn environmental health and safety, focusing on prevention, compliance and environmental mediation, and zoning issues. Prerequisite: None / 3 credits. Offered in the Fall and Spring.
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3.00 Credits
This is an introduction to coastal marine habitats, their species, and their ecological relationships. Students develop an understanding of the diversity of living things along the Cape Cod shoreline. Students also examine the wide diversity of habitats and their differences on the Cape. This course includes extensive lab and field work. Prerequisite: None / 3 credits. Offered in the Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview to the oceanography of coastal and shelf systems. Throughout the course, the interdisciplinary aspects of oceanography are emphasized by covering many areas of study including biology, chemistry, geology, physics, history, and ecology. Students gain a basic understanding and appreciation of the effects of natural marine processes as well as consequences of human activity. Emphasis is on near-shore, shallowwater systems. Prerequisite: MAT020 or satisfactory basic skills assessment score, ENV118, and ENV125 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This introductory course covers the issues and regulations related to the coastal environment and its resources. The course uses an interdisciplinary approach that combines the scientific issues with their economic and social impact. Topics covered include nitrogen loading, fisheries management, aquaculture, wastewater impact, marine sanctuaries, public access, renewable energy projects, coastal flooding and erosion, and sustainable development. Current research will be examined and several guest speakers will present. Prerequisite: ENV118 and ENV125 / 3 credits. Offered in the Spring.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the physical and chemical properties, human uses, hydrology and ecology of groundwater, marine, estuarine, standing and flowing water systems, focusing on the science of current water-related issues and the methods and technologies used in their solution. The basic concepts of water quality monitoring, water supply, and wastewater technologies will be emphasized. Some field trips may be required. Prerequisite: None / 3 credits. Offered in the Fall.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide an overview of the basic concepts of physical and chemical treatment, the function of related equipment and support systems and the environmental responsibilities required to safely and properly operate, maintain and manage an industrial wastewater treatment facility. This course will cover typical industrial wastewater treatment processes; their purpose, their function, and their safe and efficient operation and will prepare students to take a Massachusetts Industrial Wastewater Certification Exam (levels 1-4). Prerequisite: ENV118 and ENV140 / 3 credits. Offered in the Fall and Spring at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
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3.00 Credits
The course will cover the specific processes, problem-solving and operations in municipal wastewater treatment plants. Students are taught the operating parameters, data collection and analysis; the decision-making and process control of complex biological systems; and maintenance fundamentals required of Grade 4 Certification level operators. Prerequisite: ENV118 and ENV140 / 4 credits. Offered Fall and Spring at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of the principles and practice of water supply. This course will provide an introduction to the physical and chemical principles of drinking water supply, the functioning of related equipment and support systems, and the responsibilities required to safely operate and maintain a water supply system. May be taken for 4 CEUs by current employees in the Waterworks industry. Prerequisite: ENV118 and ENV140 / 3 credits. Offered in the Spring.
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