ENVS 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science |
3 s.h. |
The interactions between the living and non-living components of the ecosystem. An introduction to ecological community concepts; the influence of chemical,LA geological,LA atmospheric,LA and physical factors on living systems will be considered. (LA,LA N2,LA IE)
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ENVS 201 - Introduction to Environmental Issues |
3 s.h. |
The study of the effect of human activities on the worldwide ecosystem. An examination of the issues of human overpopulation,LA atmospheric warming,LA chemical pollution,LA and agriculture. Strategies of land planning and resource conservation will be considered. (LA) Prerequisite: ENVS 101.
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ENVS 205 - The Atmospheric Environment |
3 s.h. |
Environmental issues relating to the atmosphere featuring lectures and discussions on topics recently reported in the news. Two 90-minute lectures per week on Greenhouse warming,LA acid rain,LA air pollution,LA drought,LA and Ozone depletion. (LA,LA IE,LA T) Cross-listed as METR 205. Prerequisite: METR 110 or ENVS 101.
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ENVS 210 - Writing About the Environment |
3 s.h. |
Introduction to technical writing skills in the sciences. Topics include organization,LA format,LA style,LA and narrative. Familiarization with professional journal style and format within the discipline is expected. (LA,LA CW)Cross-listed as COMP 211. Prerequisites: students must have passed the CWE and have passed any one of the following: COMP 100,LA Freshman Seminar,LA or any course with a CW attribute.
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ENVS 230 - Mineral Resources and the Environment |
3 s.h. |
An overview of the basic geologic,LA engineering,LA economic,LA and environmental factors controlling the availability of mineral resources. Topics will include metallic and non-metallic ores,LA energy resources,LA construction and industrial minerals. Examination of the environmental consequences of exploration and development of mineral deposits. Discussion of global mineral reserves and resources. (LA,LA IE,LA T) Cross-listed as GEOL 230. Prerequisite: GEOL 120.
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ENVS 290 - Waste Management |
3 s.h. |
An introduction to the basic environmental and regulatory aspects of waste management with a focus on technical as well as socio-political and economic issues. Writing in the discipline is emphasized. (LA,LA IE,LA CW)
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ENVS 294 - Special Topics in Environmental Sciences |
1-6 s.h. |
This course gives students the opportunity to study in depth advanced and special topics in the field of environmental sciences. Topics and instructors will be announced prior to registration.
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ENVS 299 - Independent Study in Environmental Sciences |
1-6 s.h. |
Individual studies under regular faculty supervision. Enrollment by consent of program director and instructor.
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ENVS 310 - Environmental Oceanography |
3 s.h. |
Man's impact on the marine environment,LA including the chemical and physical dynamics of ocean waters and the political/economic aspects of society's impact; discussion of controversial use and attempts ofcontrolling natural processes. Term paper(s) required. Intended for earth science and environmental science majors. (LA,LA CW) Cross-listed as OCEA 310. Prerequisites: OCEA 210 or OCEA 110 plus ENVS 201.
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ENVS 394 - Independent Study in Environmental Sciences |
1-6 s.h. |
This course gives students the opportunity to study in depth advanced and special topics in the field of environmental sciences. Topics and instructors will be announced prior to registration. (LA) Prerequisites: JrS,LA ENVS 201,LA and permission of instructor.
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ENVS 399 - Independent Study in Environmental Sciences |
1-6 s.h. |
Individual studies and research under regular faculty supervision. Enrollment by consent of program director and instructor.
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