Environmental Science

ES 103

Spring 2004

Introduction to Environmental Science is designed for students who are interested in exploring more about current environmental concerns, issues, and problems as they affect our daily lives.  The course examines the impact of humanity on the environment and discusses strategies to diminish those effects in order to produce sustainability.  To better understand specific issues of environmental science, the focus of many sessions will be on the biological, chemical, and geological bases of current environmental problems.  Emphasis will be placed on species interactions, nutrient cycles, the basis of climate, and sources of energy.  The course consists of lecture/discussions, writing assignments, quizzes, three one-hour exams, and a cumulative final exam.