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4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the theory and use of Geographic Information Systems, including the fundamental concepts of GIS, capabilities of GIS, and applications for dealing with spatial data. Key issues for discussion will include vector data input, data models, database design and database queries, sources of spatial information, spatial analysis, and cartographic display. These topics will be discussed within an environmental context using ArcGIS, a PC-based GIS software package. The course is presented in a lecture/laboratory format. Lab fee required.
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4.00 Credits
This course is a second course in GIS concerned primarily with spatial modeling. Topics include raster modeling, specifically hydrologic and distance modeling, as well as surface interpolation. The course is project-based with a lecture and laboratory component. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: SC 36000 or instructor permission.
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4.00 Credits
This course presents the basic physical principles important in the hydrologic cycle; including precipitation, snowmelt, infiltration and soil physics, evapotranspiration, and surface and subsurface flow to streams. Field-based projects will focus on watershed analyses including field measurements and statistical analyses of hydrologic data. Prerequisite: MT 23000 or concurrent registration.
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4.00 Credits
Designed for Environmental Science majors. Survey of environmental chemistry principles in preparation for additional work in the discipline. Examination of the chemical basis of environmental issues. Introduction to basic field techniques for environmental sampling and monitoring. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: SC 17100.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Individual study in a given field under the guidance of a regular faculty member and by permission only.
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4.00 Credits
A field-oriented block course that explores the ecology of a tropical region. Emphasis on the structure, function, and biodiversity of natural ecosystems, but logging, agriculture, sustainable development, and conservation are also discussed. This course requires difficult and uncomfortable travel through underdeveloped rural and wilderness areas by minibus, boat, and foot. Students are expected to have a passport, necessary inoculations, and wilderness experience. Additional costs are required of the student for travel to and from the destination countries. Prerequisites: SC 33000, MT22000 or equivalents and permission of the instructor are required.
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the relationship between environmental systems and sustainable development through travel to the developing world and service learning. We will explore, experience and learn about the human causes of environmental degradation and critically assess sustainable development alternatives in remote rural areas of the developing world. These alternatives will be evaluated from ecological, economic, and social and ethical perspectives. From a conceptual and operational point of view, we will explore the idea of sustainability/sustainable development with an emphasis on communitybased sustainable development in and around protected areas. Service learning will be integrated into the travel study. Cultural and natural history will also be investigated as part of the curriculum. Prerequisites: Upper division standing or permission of instructor. Lab fee required.
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4.00 Credits
Various perspectives and philosophies concerning the natural environment and resource utilization are explored in order to give the student a basis on which to develop his or her own ethical perspective. The human factor in addressing environmental issues is emphasized.
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4.00 Credits
Major concepts involved in water resources management. Basic hydrology, water use, water rights, water quality, groundwater, planning, floodplain management, and dams. Emphasis will be placed on the interrelationships among the technical, legal, economic, and political aspects of water resources management by examining Alaskan water resources laws and current issues.
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4.00 Credits
Examines environmental interest groups and methods of advocacy. Students learn the tasks of environmental and natural resource advocates, such as how to start and organize an advocacy group, conduct an investigation of an issue, communicate with political representatives, effectively participate in public hearings, develop a media campaign, and engage in various fund-raising activities.
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