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1.00 Credits
This course provides students with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of fundamental concepts of environmental science. Students will work collaboratively to explore topics such as ecology, biodiversity, human population dynamics, environmental health and quality, and human/environmental conflict from a multidisciplinary perspective. This course supports newly declared ENVS majors by building upon knowledge and skills developed in ENVS 1010. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1.Evaluate the physical and natural world using multidisciplinary science principles. 2. Develop analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate interconnections between humans and the environment. 3. Critically explore, analyze, graph, and interpret environmental data sets. Prerequisites: ENVS 1010 Introduction to Environmental Science (Grade C- or higher). Corequisites: ENVS 1215 Introduction to Environmental Science Laboratory. FA, SP
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3.00 Credits
A scientific foundation in Environmental Science with exploration of the social and political aspects that may impact implementation of policies. Topics include ecology, biodiversity, sustainable practices, environmental health and quality, and threats to current environmental conditions. Inclusive Access Course Material (electronic book) fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate the physical and natural world using scientific principles. 2. Develop analytical and critical thinking skills. 3. Evaluate the "big questions" regarding sustainable practices, resources, and biodiversity. 4. Critique and communicate the impact of possible solutions to environmental issues from multiple perspectives. 5. Synthesize potential approaches to combat global effects of climate change. Corequisites: ENVS 1215. FA, SP
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1.00 Credits
Introduction to Environmental Science Lab is a multidisciplinary course within chemistry, ecology, basic hydrology, energy and environment. It includes laboratory exercises and filed trips. Lab exercises give the students an opportunity to make scientific observations, design experiments and gather data with emphasis on the local issues. Field trips are the fundamental part of learning about the complexity of environmental problems. As a part of Introduction to Environmental Science Lab 2000 field trips, students will be taken to local natural areas, conservation features as well as treatment facilities. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify and explain local and national environmental issues. 2. Give examples of basic scientific techniques and tools to analyze and address the environmental science issues. 3. Collaborate with other students to explore and analyze environmental concerns and solutions. 4. Explain and discuss findings from experiments and observations. 5. Use supporting evidence to identify solutions to environmental issues. Course fee required. Corequisite: ENVS 1210. FA, SP
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1.00 Credits
Fulfills General Education Laboratory Sciences requirement. Provides an opportunity for students to meet each other in a field-research setting and discuss a major environmental issue. The class will be held over a 3-4 day weekend (overnight stays required). Each semester the class will focus on a particular issue related to the environment that is of interest to the region where the class is being held. Repeatable up to 2 credits. Offered on sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1.Demonstrate knowledge of basic fundamental laws, concepts, and theories in the physical sciences. 2. Explain and apply the scientific method. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the process of science by being able to utilize data in the form of tables, graphs, and charts through interpretation and then communicate those finding in oral and or written form. 4. Analyze a variety of environmental problems and solutions in a scientific context. 5. Demonstrate basic scientific literacy. Course fee required.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Special Topics in Environmental Science. 1 hour. Open to all students. This course will focus on a specific environmental science topic of interest to faculty and students that is not represented in the main curriculum. It can be taught as seminars, standard lectures, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other traditional or nontraditional instruction methods. ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)*** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1) Find and evaluate scientific publications on a specific topic of interest; 2) write or present a synthesis of the information gathered with proper citations; and 3) discuss conclusions of the semester's research.
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3.00 Credits
The environmental Pollution and Remediation Technique course gives the students the skills to diagnose land and groundwater pollution issues. In this course students will learn about the common types of land (soil) and groundwater pollutants and the remediation methods currently employed by remediation industry. This course uses case studies of the local environment to take an in-depth look at the real and local pollution issues. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify common types of land and groundwater pollutants. 2. Apply the fundamental principles of remediation to remove and/or process pollution. 3. Devise protocols to minimize and mitigate pollution to avoid remediation processes. 4. Evaluate the key indicators for sustainable remediation approaches. Prerequisites: ENVS 1210 and ENVS 1215 and MATH 1050 or higher (All grade C- or higher); and CHEM 1210 and CHEM 1215 (Both may be taken concurrently). SP
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1.00 Credits
A preparatory course for undergraduate participation in collaborative research projects in environmental science. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop skills in collecting and organizing scientific data from field investigations. 2. Consider how concepts and skills acquired in coursework can be developed through interdisciplinary research.. 3. Develop a hypothesis for a research project in the environmental or related sciences, and devise a protocol to test that hypothesis. Course fee required. Prerequisite: ENVS 1210 and ENVS 1215 (Both grade C- or higher). SP (even)
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1.00 Credits
Seminar course aimed to help students who have declared an environmental science major prepare for future careers in their field. Seminar and workshop activities will include potential career paths in the environmental sciences, professional development and research experience opportunities, preparing cover letters and resumes/CVs, and the process of applying to graduate programs and jobs. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify potential opportunities as a environmental science degree graduate. 2. Prepare and evaluate professional materials that will be needed to apply for summer and post-graduate jobs and programs. 3. Discuss and collaborate with faculty, peer students, and guest speakers in a professional setting. 4. Develop professional skills for interviews and collaborative settings. FA
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3.00 Credits
Augments research, writing, and communication skills of science majors. On successful completion, students will be able to effectively use scientific literature databases; find, read, understand, and critically assess primary scientific literature; write in a clear, concise, scientific style that will be required in upper-level science classes, including Senior Thesis, and in graduate study or future professions. In order to enter ENVS 3110 with the needed experience in scientific writing, students are required to have completed or be currently enrolled in a natural sciences course that requires an original, student-designed research project and paper or must obtain instructor permission before enrolling. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Employ use scientific literature databases. 2. Analyze and assess primary scientific literature effectively and efficiently. 3. Develop clear, concise, scientific context for all types of communication that you will be required to do in upper-level science classes (including senior thesis) and in your professional life (e.g., research reports for publication in primary literature and for corporate distribution). Prerequisites: ENGL 2010 and ENVS 3410 or ENVS 3510 or BIOL 3040 or GEO 3400. FA, SP
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3.00 Credits
This course takes a multidisciplinary approach to soil science by exploring the physical, chemical, and biological composition of soils. Students will develop skills to assess and characterize soils for quantitative analysis and evaluation. Topics covered include soil morphology and classification, USDA soil taxonomy, soil chemistry and nutrient cycling, and soil pollution. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful completion of this course students will: 1. Understand soil properties and the processes and factors that control soil formation. 2. Develop skills to characterize and classify different soil types. 3. Describe and analyze interactions between soils, plants, water, and biogeochemical cycles. 4. Identify problems in soil management and evaluate strategies to mitigate these issues. Prerequisites: CHEM 1210 (Grade C- or higher). SP (even)
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