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4.00 Credits
This course covers a variety of environmental topics from an ecological perspective and emphasizes the nature of humanity's relationship with Planet Earth's physical and biological systems. Environmental problems are approached in both the framework of ecological principles and within the context of our human-constructed social relationships, economic systems, ethical systems, and political institutions as part of evaluating possible solutions. Hands-on activities provide students the opportunity to observe basic environmental science principles in action. The course includes weekly laboratory and/or fieldwork. Recommendation: Course placement into MATH 0070 and ENGL 1021
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to rocks & minerals, geologic time, plate tectonics, and geologic landforms. Laboratory investigations provide the framework for rock and mineral identification and map interpretation of geologic features and processes.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the topic of energy and examines energy production, supply, efficiency, and future needs. It also explores the potential of solar, biomass, photovoltaics, wind, and other continuous flow sources: including crude oil, natural gas, coal and nuclear. The study of these energy concepts and processes will be conducted through both conceptual analysis and lab-like experiences/analysis. The impact of our current U.S. policy is viewed from an interdisciplinary approach that includes environmental, political, economic, and ethical considerations. Recommendation(s): ESCI 1045 or concurrently enrolled and Math placement into MATH 0070 or above OR completion MATH 0030 with a grade of C or higher.
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1.00 Credits
This laboratory course examines various energy concepts through hands-on learning. Topics will include, but are not limited to: liquid fuels, solid fuels, biomass, wind, solar, insulation, heat storage, pollution and conservation. Recommendation(s): ESCI 1040 or concurrently enrolled and Math placement into MATH 0070 or above OR completion MATH 0030 with a grade of C or higher.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the basic scientific principles involved in meteorology. Students explore the basic properties of the atmosphere, weather instruments, weather phenomena, terminology, and forecasting. Recommendation: Concurrently enrolled in ESCI 1055
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1.00 Credits
In this introductory meteorology laboratory, students construct and interpret graphs, analyze weather maps, and also gather, record, and interpret weather data. Concepts covered include structure of the atmosphere, solar and terrestrial radiation, stability of the atmosphere, atmospheric motion, severe storms, and weather map analysis. Recommendation(s): ECSI 1050 or concurrently enrolled
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the principles of historical, geological, biological, chemical and physical oceanography. It explores contemporary problems related to marine pollution, resources, and Maritime Law for students wishing to become more aware of the growing importance of the sea in their lives.
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces students to basic Earth materials and principles, including rock formation and identification, geologic time, plate tectonics, fossils, evolution, and extinction. Topics include the origin of Earth and how the Earth's surface, atmosphere, oceans, and life have changed over its 4.6 billion year history.
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3.00 Credits
This course will investigate the physical processes, origins, as well as the human and economic impacts caused by natural disasters. Students will examine earthquakes, volcanism, severe weather, climate change, wildfires, and floods among other natural catastrophic phenomenon. They will have the opportunity to access information from government agencies and universities involved in the study of these phenomena.
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1.00 Credits
Students will investigate the physical processes, origins, and the human and economic impacts caused by natural disasters. This lab will examine earth quakes, volcanic eruptions, severe weather, climate change, floods, wildfires, among other natural catastrophic events. Students will have the opportunity to analyze data and information from government agencies and universities involved in the study of these phenomena. Recommendation(s): ESCI 1080 or concurrently enrolled.
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