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Apr 30, 2024
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GEOL 1305 - Environmental Science3 credit hours. 3 lecture hours.
TSI requirements - Reading
A survey of the forces, including humans, which shape our physical and biologic environment,
and how these affect life on Earth. Introduction to the science and policy of global and
regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land,
water, and energy resources. (Cross-listed with ENVR 1301)
Additional Fees: $1002.83 Online textbook and access code
Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: recognize, describe, and quantitatively evaluate earth systems, including the land, water, sea, and atmosphere, and how these function as interconnected ecological systems; assess environmental challenges facing humans caused by their interaction with the physical and biological environment (e.g., population growth, energy resources, food production, pollution, water and resource use); acquire a scientific vocabulary and critical thinking skills related to environmental science; and, assess the effectiveness and feasibility of environmental policy and its impact.
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