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3.00 Credits
The senior seminar offers students an opportunity to explore a writing genre or topic in an intensive, workshop-based environment. The subject matter for the seminar changes from semester to semester, and is often dictated by the interests of our current students. Some topics may include Advanced Science Writing, Children's Literature, Documentary Filmmaking, Creative Nonfiction, and more. Regardless of the subject matter, however, students will always have the opportunity to share their writing with others, to experience a variety of workshop environments, and to create publishable work in the specified genre or foci. This course may be retaken for credit under a different topic. Credits: 3 Offered Semester I Prerequisites: EH 1113 and IC 2213 Alternate years even
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1.00 Credits
The PADI Open Water course introduces you to the basics of Scuba Diving, including dive theory, equipment, and the underwater world and environment. You learn diving in a swimming pool, starting in shallow water, eventually spending time having fun in deep water by the end of the course. After the academic and confined water training, you complete your certification by making four dives in open water. Successful PADI certification is required to pass the course. Credits: 1 Offered Semester II Prerequisites: Marine Biology major, ability to swim 200m/yds, and ability to float/tread water for 10 minutes. Fee: $400-$600
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1.00 Credits
This 7 week course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to use GPS (Global Positioning Systems) devices for data collection and mapping. As this technology becomes more and more commonplace it is important that students be exposed to the underlying theories and limitations as well as the applications. Collecting data and utilizing appropriate mapping software to produce usable field maps will be incorporated into the content of the course. Credits: 1 Offered Semester I and II Prerequisite: None (7 weeks only)
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces problem encounters with the public and prepares the student for situations which occur in dealing with people. Particular emphasis will be put on learning to listen, problem solving, and maintaining control at all times. This will be accomplished through studying and discussing cases that present situations which may be encountered in the field. Role playing will be a required part of class participation. Credits: 3 Offered Semester I Prerequisite: EH 1053, PR 1023 or PH 2113
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3.00 Credits
In this course physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes in the sea will be investigated. Topics will include plate tectonics, properties of seawater, waves, primary productivity, detrital cycling, and the role of oceanic currents in affecting global climate. Credits: 3 Offered Semester I Prerequisites: Junior status Alternate years even
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4.00 Credits
This course covers techniques for inventorying the vegetation and natural features of an area as well as specific parameters and or items of interest. Topics include: data collection, sampling methods, sampling layouts as well as goal analysis and comparisons. Field work will utilize handheld computers and most of the analysis and comparisons will be completed on software developed by the Forest Service. Credits: 4 Offered Semester I Prerequisite: CS 1222 and MA 2243 Alternate years even
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3.00 Credits
In BI 3003 Research Methods you completed an extensive literature review, formulated a hypothesis, and designed a statistically appropriate way to support or not support your hypothesis. In this course you will collect the prescribed data. You will then analyze and interpret your findings under the guidance of your two advisors. Once the finished thesis has been written up for publication, you will present your findings to faculty and students. Credits: 3 Offered anytime Prerequisites: BI 3003
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1.00 Credits
This course examines topics in the environmental sciences, such as aspects of forestry and wildlife, fisheries, energy, agriculture, geology, photography, and planning. Intended for juniors and seniors only. Credits: 1 Offered Semester I and II Prerequisite: As dictated by current topic. May be taken more than once.
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4.00 Credits
All of the physical processes which interact with the environment are covered at a more advanced level. The laboratory portion will include a major environmental project related to topics in aquatic chemistry, atmospheric chemistry, geochemistry, and solid and hazardous wastes. Credits: 4 Offered Semester I Prerequisites: CH 1114, BI 1014, GL 2003, and Junior status Alternate years odd
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course in the basic structure and vocabulary of French. Emphasis is placed on the practical use of spoken and written language. Active student participation is stressed. Credits: 3 Offered by arrangement Prerequisite: None
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