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Every fall. DEWITT JOHN, JOHN LICHTER, AND LAWRENCE SIMON. An interdisciplinary introduction to the variety of environmental problems caused by humanity and confronting us today. Provides an overview of the state of scientific knowledge about major environmental problems and potential responses of governments and people, an exploration of environmental issues, both global and regional, and an exploration of why societies often have such difficulty in reaching consensus on effective and equitable policies within existing political and economic institutions. Preference given to first- and secondyear students. Required for ES majors.
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Every fall. EDWARD LAINE. An introduction to the aspects of marine geology and oceanography that affect the environment and marine resources. Topics include estuarine oceanography and sediments, eutrophication of coastal waters, primary productivity, waves and tides, sea level history, glacial geology of coastal Maine, and an introduction to plate tectonics. Weekly field trips and labs examine local environmental problems affecting Casco Bay and the Maine coast. A oneday weekend field excursion is required. (Same as Geology 103.)
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3.00 Credits
Plants:Ecology,Diversity,Form,and Function
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3.00 Credits
d.Weather,Climate,and Culture
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3.00 Credits
Every spring. JOHN LICHTER AND DHARNI VASUDEVAN. Functioning of the earth system is defined by the complex and fascinating interaction of processes within and between four principal spheres: land, air, water, and life. Leverages key principles of environmental chemistry and ecology to unravel the intricate connectedness of natural phenomena and ecosystem function. Fundamental biological and chemical concepts are used to understand the science behind the environmental dilemmas facing societies as a consequence of human activities. Laboratory sessions consist of local field trips, laboratory experiments, group research, case study exercises, and discussions of current and classic scientific literature. (Same as Biology 158 and Chemistry 105.) Prerequisite: One 100-level or higher course in biology, chemistry, geology, or physics.
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3.00 Credits
Every year. Fall 2006. DEWITT JOHN. Examines alternative ways to protect our environment. Analyzes environmental policies and the regulatory regime that has developed in the United States; new approaches such as free-market environmentalism, civic environmentalism, environmental justice, sustainable development; and environmental policies and politics in other countries, especially China. (Same as Government 214.) Prerequisite: Environmental Studies 101 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Every year. Spring 2007. MATTHEW KLINGLE. Explores relationships between ideas of nature, human transformations of the environment, and the effect of the physical environment upon humans through time in North America. Topics include the "Columbian exchange" and colonialism; links between ecological changeand race, class, and gender relations; the role of science and technology; literary and artistic perspectives of "nature"; agriculture, industrialization, and urbanization; and the rise ofmodern environmentalism. Assignments include a research-based service learning term project. (Same as History 242.) Prerequisite: Environmental Studies 101 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
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3.00 Credits
Spring 2007. DHARNI VASUDEVAN. Focuses on two key processes that influence human and wildlife exposure to potentially harmful substances - chemical speciation and transformation. Equilibrium principles as applied to acid-base, complexation, precipitation, and dissolution reactions are used to explore organic and inorganic compound speciation in natural and polluted waters; quantitative approaches are emphasized. The kinetics and mechanisms of organic compound transformation via hydrolysis, oxidation, reduction, and photochemical reactions are examined; environmental conditions and chemical structural criteria that influence reactivity are emphasized. Weekly laboratory sections are concerned with the detection and quantification of organic and inorganic compounds in air, water, and soils/sediments. ( Same as Chemistry 205 and Geology 205.) Prerequisite: Chemistry 109.
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3.00 Credits
Every spring. BARRY A. LOGAN. An introduction to the physiological processes that enable plants to grow under the varied conditions found in nature. General topics discussed include the acquisition, transport, and use of water and mineral nutrients, photosynthetic carbon assimilation, and the influence of environmental and hormonal signals on development and morphology. Adaptation and acclimation to extreme environments and other ecophysiological subjects are also discussed. Weekly laboratories reinforce principles discussed in lecture and expose students to modern research techniques. (Same as Biology 210.) Prerequisite: Biology 105 or Biology 109.
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