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Apr 16, 2024
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ENV 350 - Advanced Environmental Science4 credits
This course explores the science behind environmental problems and solutions as students study current environmental issues in the context of their scientific (biological, chemical, geological) underpinnings. We will address the role of scientific knowledge in understanding and resolving environmental problems, such as climate change, population growth, deforestation, extinction, air and water pollution, food production, and environmental health. Laboratory includes field-based investigations as well as simulations and laboratory experiments through which students will gain the skills needed to develop as a scientist who can collect, analyze, and interpret environmental data. This Writing in the Major course also develops proficiencies in environmental communication skills, analysis of sources and arguments, research, and interpretation of technical reports and scientific literature. Scientific writing and presentations are emphasized. Pre-requisites: BIOL 150 ,CHEM 160 or CHEM 161 , ENV 150 , and ENV 160 , and ENV 302 Co-requisite: ENV 350L. Course Offering : Every Fall. CLA - Breadth/Natural Science, CLA-Quantitative, CLA-Writing in the Major.
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