Description
Provides in-depth study of important environmental issues, including pollution, energy conservation, land use, biological impacts, the urban environment, and human population. Students will monitor current events and perform laboratory exercises to become familiar with methods used in the field of ecology and natural resources management.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of the methods used to explore natural phenomena including observation, measurement, and data collection
- Apply scientific concepts and models to identify ways to make informed decisions and affect public policy about environmental issues
- Demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing data and develop a well-reasoned analysis of the data
Semester
Fall