 |
+ Environmental Science
246
Shatzel Hall, 419-372-8207
Learning
Outcomes
Upon
completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in environmental
science are expected to:
-
Understand basic characteristics of ecosystems and environmental
problems and be able to identify, investigate and propose
solutions to environmental issues as informed by an
interdisciplinary background in the natural sciences;
- Understand
the interrelationships between environmental problems
and human societies and cultures;
- Engage
in rational, civil discourse about complex environmental
issues in a manner that considers all viewpoints;
- Participate
in practical, experience-based learning through internships,
field experiences, workshops and independent research
projects;
- Communicate
effectively in written and oral forms;
- Gain
facility with technologies and tools used in environmental
analysis such as geographic information systems, global
positioning systems, statistical analysis and remotely
sensed images.
Major,
Bachelor of Science (90-98 hours) — no minor
required — click 
for 2006-2007 course requirements
This interdisciplinary major emphasizes the multidisciplinary
nature of environmental issues and the role of the natural
sciences in addressing and solving environmental problems.
Students receive a basic understanding of the sciences,
particularly biology and chemistry. Additional courses
in the social sciences and humanities are included to
help the student obtain a holistic view and understanding
of the overall context in which environmental issues are
placed. Each student also takes courses in an individually
planned area of emphasis designed to prepare for a career
field. Close consultation with advisers in the Center
for Environmental Programs is essential.
Fifteen
hours or more including ENVS
489 Internship or ENVS
470 Independent Study (1-3) must be taken in an area
of emphasis such as energy use, chemical analysis, geography/geology,
coastal studies or computer modeling. The area of emphasis
is planned by the student with faculty members and academic
advisers to reflect the student's occupational goals.
Students should file an approved course list for their
area no later than the end of their junior year.
Minor
(31-32 hours)
- BIOL
204, 205 (10)
- ENVS
101 or 201 or 253 (3)
- Select
two from: ENVS
301, 400, 401, 402, 403, 412, 493, 495 (4-6)
- Select
two from: BIOL
354, 409; ENVH
304, 306, 402; GEOL
302, 304, 322; PHYS
360 (6-7)
- Select
two from: ACS
338 or HIST
338; GEOG
331; LEGS
431; PHIL
332; POLS
336 (6)
Other
programs
A B.A. in environmental policy and analysis is offered
that emphasizes interdisciplinary study of the environment
from the perspective of the social sciences and humanities.
A
program in environmental health is offered by the College
of Health and Human Services. Students should contact
the Center
for Environmental Programs, 419-372-8207, for help
in selecting the program that most closely meets their
career goals.
|
