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  • ENVS 11200: Sustainability Principles and Practice

    3.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    This course is designed to introduce students to the history and principles of sustainability as a new approach to addressing complex societal and environmental issues. The class will use a broad definition of sustainability, considering ecological, social, economic, political issues, and community and individual health. These components will be examined using a systems perspective that stresses their interrelatedness. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
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  • ENVS 11400: Environmental Issues in the Former USSR

    3.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    Course informs students on environmental issues specific to the former Russian Empire. Issues of industrial pollution, energy (especially natural gas and nuclear), land and resource use and food production will be examined within historical and political context of communism, political tyranny and subsequent independence, democracy, economic collapse and restructuring. Ukraine will be used as a case study, including how potential inclusion in the European Union affects environmental conditions and policy. 3 credits. (F,Y)
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  • ENVS 12000: Environmental Sentinels

    4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    Field-based course that focuses on natural history, biodiversity, and development of the ability to perceive subtle changes in the environment. Primitive technology skills (friction fires, natural rope, medicinal plants, tracking, etc.) and field identification will be emphasized. Blending these skills and the approaches of deep wilderness awareness, students develop an ability to read land-use history and an appreciation for modern ecological science and natural resource management. Intended for environmental science and studies majors. 4 credits (F,Y).
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  • ENVS 12100: Environmental Science & Technology

    0.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    Focus on the scientific principles and technological advances fundamental to understanding human impact on the environment. Discussion of how human activities modify the environment and how technology contributes to, as well as reduces, this impact. Topics include applications of biotechnology to biodiversity loss, chemical and biological waste remediation, water treatment and purification, and renewable energy sources and technologies. An interdisciplinary approach ties together the political, social, economic, and ethical aspects of environmental studies and science. Strong global perspective. Intended for environmental science and studies majors but open to others with a serious interest. 4 credits. (S,Y)
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  • ENVS 13000: Earth System Science I

    4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    This course takes a whole-systems approach to develop an integrated understanding of the physical, chemical, biological, and human interactions that determine the past, current, and future states of the earth. Treating the earth as a system of interacting spheres, but particularly focusing on the geosphere (environmental geology), this course provides a physical basis for understanding the world in which we live and on which humankind seeks to achieve sustainability. Lecture/discussion: Three hours. Laboratory: Three hours. 4 credits. (F,Y)
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  • ENVS 13100: Earth System Science II

    4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    Continuing with the whole-systems approach introduced in ENVS 13000, this course will explore more applied aspects of earth system science, including soil science, geo- and hydromorphology. Lecture/discussion: Three hours. Laboratory: Three hours. Prerequisite: ENVS 13000. 4 credits. (S,Y)
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  • ENVS 20100: Environmental Research: Introductory

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    An introductory course for students who desire hands-on research in environmental studies projects but who have limited experience with research. Research will typically involve participation in continuing projects, though new, student-proposed projects may be possible if the instructor approves. Students will work closely with a faculty member to guide their study. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and permission of instructor. 1-3 credits (F-S)
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  • ENVS 20200: Topics in Sustainability

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    An umbrella course with a different focus each semester. The course is integrative and allows students to experience sustainability firsthand through field experiences and service projects at Ecovillage and the local community, linked to the study of core principles and strategies in different areas of community sustainability. The courses taught within this umbrella include sustainable land use, teaching sustainability, fostering sustainable communities, sustainable energy systems, urban sustainability, and the sustainability movement. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. 3-4 credits. (F-S)
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  • ENVS 20201: Topics in Sustainability

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    An umbrella course with a different focus each semester. The course is integrative and allows students to experience sustainability firsthand through field experiences and service projects at Ecovillage and the local community, linked to the study of core principles and strategies in different areas of community sustainability. The courses taught within this umbrella include sustainable land use, teaching sustainability, fostering sustainable communities, sustainable energy systems, urban sustainability, and the sustainability movement. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. 3-4 credits. (F-S)
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  • ENVS 20202: Topics in Sustainability

    3.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Ithaca College

    An umbrella course with a different focus each semester. The course is integrative and allows students to experience sustainability firsthand through field experiences and service projects at Ecovillage and the local community, linked to the study of core principles and strategies in different areas of community sustainability. The courses taught within this umbrella include sustainable land use, teaching sustainability, fostering sustainable communities, sustainable energy systems, urban sustainability, and the sustainability movement. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. 3-4 credits. (F-S)
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