Environmental Science

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The Environmental Science major prepares students to pursue careers related to the environment and environmental issues. The major is designed for students whose interests lie in scientific and technological action.

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1055  General Biology I 
BIOL 1065  General Biology II 
CHEM 1010, 1110  Introduction to Chemistry I, with Laboratory 
CHEM 1020, 1120  Introduction to Chemistry II, with Laboratory 
MATH 1150  Statistics 

Required Courses:

BIOL 2215  Environmental Science* 
BIOL 2310  Field Ecology 
BIOL 2330  Aquatic Biology 
BIOL 3210  Advanced Environmental Science 
CHEM 2030, 2130  Analytical Chemistry I, with Laboratory 
PHYS 2010  Introductory Physics I: Mechanics 
PHYS 2020  Introductory Physics II: Electricity and Geometric Optics 
SCI 2220  Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Affairs 
BIOL 4000/4010  Independent Study 

Related Requirements:

P&H 1060  Introduction to Politics   
OR
P&H 2200 Political Tactics 
MATH 2130, 2140  Calculus I, II** 

**Alternatives are possible.

MATH 1190, College Algebra, is recommended for those who may need preparation for Calculus.

Environmental Studies Minor:

With the ever-increasing awareness of the impact of humans on their surroundings and vice versa, an informed citizenry is essential. Students selecting this minor can expect to deal with information about the physical environment which will be directly applicable to changing the social environment by political means. As such, the environmental studies minor is appropriate not only for those interested in their personal surroundings but also for those who will be assuming leadership roles in their communities, businesses, government, and other organizations. The student’s objective will be to acquire skills useful in the work place: sampling techniques; collecting and understanding data; methods of effecting change; and understanding regulatory compliance. It also requires students to criticize, integrate and synthesize ideas and information.

Pre-/Corequisite: 

MATH 1150    Statistics 
  or   
AC____   Applied Technology (one course or independent study utilizing data handling) 


Required Courses:

BIOL 2215  Environmental Science  4
BIOL 2310  Field Ecology 
  or  
BIOL 2330  Aquatic Biology 
MGT 2360  Real Estate Management* 
P&H 2200  Political Tactics 
SCI 2220  Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Affairs 
*Alternatives may be discussed.

Recommendation: Internship, Independent Study or Field Experience.

 

 

 

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