73 courses with the subject ENV, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ENV 101Introduction to Environmental Science (3 cr.)
Environmental science is fundamental to addressing some of the most pressing societal challenges of the 21 st century and beyond. In this course, students learn fundamentals of how natural environments function and the ways humans affect the physical, chemical, and biological processes. Through topics such as climate change, water and air pollution, agricultural practices, and energy use, students explore how our actions can lead to environmental degradation OR the conservation and sustainable use of environmental resources. Liberal arts Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Natural World SUNY Framework: Natural Sciences and Scientific Reasoning Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
This course uses a social-ecological systems lens to explore ways that society and the environment interact. We will discuss ways that societal institutions such as economics, science, community, race, politics, and media contribute to, and help manage grand environmental challenges. The course will engage in subject matter through discussions, debates, writing, mental modeling, quizzes, and other venues. Liberal Arts Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
An overview of the current technological solutions available for waste management and pollution control. Subject matter will include a review of priority pollutants, contaminant sources, and an assessment of pollution control technologies for wastewater treatment, hazardous waste transport and disposal, air pollution, and noise pollution. Liberal arts
ENV 101 or BIO 102 or ENV 201 or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 222Introduction to Environmental Facilitation (1 cr.)
This course offers an introduction to environmental facilitation, meeting design and collaborative processes. The class will draw from international case studies to open a window to the complex dynamics of environmental conflict and decision making and use simulations to provide students with realistic opportunities to practice facilitation skills. The facilitation skills students will learn extend well beyond the environmental professions. Liberal Arts Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
ENV 267Environmental Planning and Management Seminar I (1 cr.)
This seminar course will introduce students in the early stages of the Environmental Planning and Management program to current topics, trends, best practices and dilemmas in the environmental planning field. Students will consume contemporary planning media, and discuss this media with peers in their cohort as well as more advanced students. Additionally, students will participate in peer-to-peer mentoring and advising, develop their Plans of Study, and learn about the capstone experiences of 3rd and 4th year students.
Declared Environmental Planning and Management major and 0-20 credits of major completed Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 299Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Ecology is the study of life on earth. In this course, we investigate natural phenomena at multiple scales, from the level of the individual organism to the global earth ecosystem. We also investigate interactions between humans and our environments. Students will explore the foundations of some of our most pressing environmental challenges and learn to develop actionable solutions. Laboratory activities introduce students to best practices in environmental measurements, data analysis, and scientific writing and communication. Lecture/Lab. Liberal arts
Any lower-level course within the Natural World category or POI Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Natural World SUNY Framework: Natural Sciences and Scientific Reasoning Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 306Atmospheric Processes (3 cr.)
An introduction to atmospheric processes including energy transfer and interactions, condensation and precipitation, atmospheric circulation, climate, and climatic change. Emphasis will be placed upon how the atmosphere impacts various world ecosystems. Liberal arts
ENV 101 or GEL 101 . Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 310Environmental Planning (3 cr.)
Basic concepts and procedures of environmental planning, including environmental design concepts, open space conservation strategies, watershed protection, land use regulations, socioeconomic and political factors, and planning in the Adirondacks and Catskill Parks. Liberal arts
GEL 101 or GEG 120 or ENV 101 or ENV 201 . Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 329Environmental Management (3 cr.)
Fundamental approaches of managing, land, air and water resources for environmental protection and pollution control. Emphasis on ecological principles as well as practical aspects of compliance with environmental regulations. Liberal arts
ENV 101 or ENV 201 ; ENV 304 / BIO 304 . Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 332Plant Ecology (4 cr.)
A comprehensive analysis of interrerlationship between plants and environmental factors. Evaluates models of plant strategies and vegetation processes. Consequences of vegetation management practices on ecosystems are discussed. Lecture and laboratory. Liberal arts
Introduction to statistical analysis of univariate biological data, including: statistics of location and dispersion, analysis of variance (ANOVA), linear regression, correlation, and non-parametric tests. Discussion of experimental design and use of a statistical package for data analysis, followed by interpretation of results. Liberal Arts
A 100-level science course and sophomore standing. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 340Environmental Science Seminar (3 cr.)
Readings, research, and writing on selected topics in environmental science, seminar discussions, and presentations. Approved AWR. Lecture and recitation. Liberal Arts
Junior standing; ENG 101 ; LIB 190 ; any lower-level Natural World
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ENV 340R Meets Advanced Writing Requirement Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 342Paleobiology and Paleoecology (4 cr.)
Study of the history of life and the conditions under which life evolves and becomes preserved. Topics explored include the nature of the fossil record; mechanisms for fossil preservation; recognition and description of fossil taxa; interpretations of ancient organismal morphologies, ecologies, interactions, and behaviors; the deep-time record of organic evolution; and patterns of global biodiversity change through time. May not also take GEL 342 for credit. Lecture /Lab Liberal Arts
The identification, taxonomy, ecology, geographic ranges and uses of trees of North America with emphasis on important species in the Northeast. Field labs will survey native local trees, shrubs, and some introduced ornamentals in the Champlain Valley and Adirondacks. This course will also cover introductory measurement principles and techniques used in forest inventory. Basic statistics, aerial photograph interpretation, and forest inventory skills are integrated into field laboratories (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab per week).
ENV 304 / BIO 304 Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
ENV 347Instrumentation and Water Quality Analysis (3 cr.)
Instrumental analysis of samples from aquatic systems involving automated colorimetry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography. Students will learn basic analytical techniques and apply them in group projects investigating real-world water quality problems. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
ENV 350Introduction to Geographic Information Systems and Mapping (3 cr.)
Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS), map design, and ArcGIS Pro software. Students will learn best practices to prepare maps, store and retrieve spatial information, and perform basic analyses of spatial data to address current challenges in environmental science, planning, and management. Lecture and recitation.
Any lower level course within the Quantitative Reasoning category or sophomore standing or higher. Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Quantitative Reasoning SUNY Framework: Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 355Principles of Remote Sensing (3 cr.)
Introduction to basic concepts in photogrammetry, air photo interpretation and remote sensing. Liberal arts
ENV 101 or ENV 201 or GEG 120 or GEL 101 . Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 366Global Climate Change (3 cr.)
This course explores the complex and interdisciplinary dimensions of global climate change, examining both the physical processes driving changes in Earth’s systems and the social responses to their impacts. Topics may include the science of climate dynamics, patterns of ecological and geological change, political and economic frameworks, disaster risk management, resilience building, and community adaptation strategies. Liberal arts
Any lower-level CCC Natural World course. Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Natural World SUNY Framework: Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ENV 367Environmental Planning and Management Seminar II (1 cr.)
ENV 367 is designed for intermediate students in the second or third year of the Environmental Planning and Management major. Students at this stage will read and discuss contemporary planning literature; narrow their interests in the planning professions by writing an initial proposal for their internship/capstone experience; revise their Plan of Study; and learn about the work of more advanced ENV students.
Declared Environmental Planning and Management major and 21-40 credits of major completed. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 370Soil Science (4 cr.)
Study of the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils and their relationship to the environment and plant growth. Includes the study of soil formation, physical properties, water dynamics, soil organisms and ecology, nutrient cycling, acidity and anthropogenic pollutant effects on soil, including the links between agriculture and water quality. Lecture/Lab. Liberal Arts
Explores effective leadership in the environmental context and nurtures students’ leadership capacities in a number of key areas crucial to environmental problem solving, such as: creating effective collaborations, environmental conflict management, participatory processes and community engagement, project planning and management, and social movements and change management. Liberal arts
Junior standing in an environmental major (ENV, EVS, GEG, GEL). Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 399Independent Study (0 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
An introduction to the science of global climate change. Course topics will include radiative transfer and the Earth’s energy balance, influence of Earth system components on the climate system (atmosphere, ocean, biosphere, cryosphere), natural and human drivers of climate change, the detection and prediction of long-term climate trends, and the impacts of anthropogenic climate change. Liberal arts
MAT 221 or MAT 224 , and CHE 112 ; or POI Semester(s) Offered: Every other spring
ENV 411Water Quality (4 cr.)
An overview of the factors controlling water quality in environmental systems, including chemical, biological, and physical processes. The course will focus on a quantitative understanding of how water quality is measured and assessed, through mathematical and conceptual models, field measurements, and laboratory analyses. Liberal Arts
This course evaluates the biochemistry, chemistry, geochemical and biological cycling of major and minor elements in the earth’s atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere. Topics covered in this course include biogeochemistry of water, carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus and sulfur cycles, their global budges and relationships to anthropogenic perturbations and global climate change.
CHE 106 or CHE 111 and ( BIO 102 or GEL 101 ). Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 417Environmental Impact Assessment (3 cr.)
This course will review the environmental impact assessment process including major federal (National Environmental Policy Act or NEPA), state (New York State Environmental Quality Review Act or SEQRA), regional and local regulations; the environmental impact statement (EIS) process and report preparation; American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) process and report preparation; assessment methodologies; and public participation. The course will also review environmental field methods used in the evaluation of site conditions for the preparation of the ESA/due diligence documents typically requested by owners and/or developers in acquisition of a property. Liberal arts
ENV 101 , ENV 201 , ENV 304 , ENV 310 , GEG 121 , GEL 101 ; and junior standing. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 419Advanced Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Analysis (3 cr.)
Use of geographic information systems (GIS) software to analyze spatial data and prepare maps. Students will learn applications of GIS in geology, environmental science, ecology, and planning. Liberal arts
This course analyzes the role played by the different branches of government and the public in shaping and determining environmental policy and law. Major environmental statutes and agency regulations at the local, federal and international level are examined. Liberal arts
Junior standing and either ENV 304 or GEL 310 or PSC 311 or GEG 332 or ECO 392 or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
ENV 422Environmental Data Analysis (3 cr.)
Course will provide experience in experimental design, data management, data exploration, and statistical methods. Students will learn best management practices for collecting, storing, and sharing data, including metadata. This course will introduce students to the R programming language in the context of performing exploratory data analysis, visualization, and statistical methods commonly used in the field. Students will have the opportunity to use their own data sets for class projects. Liberal Arts
ENV 333 or MAT 161 and Junior standing or POI Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 430Wildlife Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Wildlife Ecology seeks to explore the natural history, biodiversity, diel cycles, behavior and movement patterns, food preference, and community and habitat interactions among wildlife species. Exploration of methods for surveying and identifying wildlife, specifically vertebrates, will offer opportunities for discussion of primary literature. Independent and group field research will stem from careful primary literature searches and class discussion. Through trapping, surveys, animal tracking using GPS and radio-telemetry, strict adherence to the scientific method, and GIS analysis, students will gain first-hand knowledge of tools for the wildlife professional. The course will combine morning lecture with afternoon data collection, and evening analysis and presentation. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
A study of the biological, chemical and physical features of lakes and other inland waters. An analysis of the interactions between biological communities and their aquatic environment. Laboratory involves examination of freshwater biota and habitats, survey of limnological methods and analysis of data. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
BIO 304 / ENV 304 . Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00 Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 432Forest Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Evaluates relationships, patterns, and the underlying processes of forest ecosystems. Students in this course become proficient with standard forest mensuration instrumentation and techniques allowing them to quantitatively measure forest structure. The course also focuses on forest cover type identification, with students becoming proficient in tree identification and community assemblages. Students who take this course can describe forest stands and ecosystems in terms of structure and composition and compare the similarities and differences between natural disturbances and silvicultural treatments. Students also gain enhanced proficiency with sampling protocols, data management and statistical analyses and improve their ability to write scientific reports. The course is structured to discuss topics in the classroom, collect and analyze field data, and then synthesize and interpret ecological outcomes. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
BIO 304 / ENV 304 or POI Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00 Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 433River Ecology (4 cr.)
Introduction to the ecology of river and stream ecosystems. Analysis of biological communities, physical and chemical attributes, watershed dynamics, and current ecological theory. Field investigation of Adirondack streams and rivers. Weekly lecture and laboratory sessions. Liberal arts
ENV 304 / BIO 304 or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
ENV 436Population and Community Ecology (3 cr.)
An introduction to the growth, structure and regulation of natural populations and their organization into plant and animal communities. Topics covered will include population genetics and evolution, limiting factors, competition, predator-prey relationships, concepts of organism association into communities, trophic structure, food webs and ecological succession. Liberal arts
Introduction to the hydrological, chemical, and biological interactions in wetland ecosystems. Emphasis placed on integrating ecological, social, and economic values into management and protection of wetland habitats. Lecture/Lab Liberal arts
BIO 304 / ENV 304 and CHE 101 or CHE 111 and junior standing. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 440Agriculture and the Environment (3 cr.)
Successful agriculture production has been the driving force behind our growing from subsistence farming, through global famines and the “Green Revolution”, to modern day production. However, only a small percentage of our society grows their own food. We will investigate the basics of modern farming, visit small fruit and larger dairy operations, study food safety and impacts of agriculture all within the framework of sustainability. Liberal Arts
Any lower-level course within the Natural World category, or POI. Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Natural World SUNY Framework: Natural Sciences and Scientific Reasoning Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 451Advanced Topics in Geographic Information Systems (3 cr.)
Advanced Geographic Information System (GIS) methods and contemporary issues are explored. Topics include Web and smart phone applications, geodatabase principles, Python programming for GIS, raster modeling, network analysis, and decision support models. Students will use ESRI ArcGIS and other software as appropriate. Liberal arts
ENV 350 / GEG 350 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems with a grade of C or better. ENV 419 GIS Applications recommended. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 455Advanced Remote Sensing (3 cr.)
Advanced topics in remote sensing including concepts in electromagnetic radiation, sensors and platforms, and image interpretation. Liberal arts
An overview of theory and concepts in ecosystem ecology through a survey of the literature, including classical papers. Source materials will be evaluated and critiqued through a combination of lectures, written assignments, and student-led discussions. Liberal arts
BIO 304 or ENV 304 or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 467Environmental Planning and Management Seminar III (1 cr.)
ENV 467 is designed for intermediate students in the third or fourth year of the Environmental Planning and Management major. Students at this stage will read and discuss contemporary planning literature; explore professional opportunities within the planning field; revise their capstone/internship proposal or other project report; revise their Plan of Study; and present their capstone/internship work to other students in the seminar.
Declared Environmental Planning and Management major and 41 credits of major completed Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 480Advanced Topics in Ecology (3 cr.)
Specialized subjects in environmental science with direct application to modern environmental issues. Topic varies with instructor and semester; potential subjects include landscape ecology, preservation of ecological diversity, global climate change, fire ecology, population ecology. Course includes reading original research papers, giving oral presentations and writing term papers. Liberal arts
Senior environmental science major or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 481Sustainability (3 cr,)
A multidisciplinary approach will be used to introduce students to the concept of sustainability and explore sustainable development issues at the local, national and international levels. Topics such as the historical development of the concept of sustainability, the equitable distribution of ecosystem services and sustainable economic development will be explored.
Junior Standing and either ENV 304 or GEL 310 or PSC 311 or GEG 332 or ECO 392 or POI Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ENV 488Environmental Planning Capstone (3 cr.)
Students complete a capstone project within environmental planning and management. Topics may address any functional area of planning including transportation, parks and protected areas, urban environments, among others. Students will progress through all stages of the planning process: identification of a planning-related problem; investigation of previous work; relevant data collection or case exploration; development of solutions; data-driven/structured decision making; development of implementation and monitoring plan. Projects will culminate in a written document and a final presentation.
This course explores fundamental interdisciplinary themes in Conservation Biology. We learn how history, policy, and people have altered biodiversity. We examine local and regional conservation issues, both historic and contemporary, with special attention to current debate and controversy within the field. Students will learn to apply a variety of tools commonly used in the field such as spatial analysis and data exploration. Cannot receive credit for more than one of the following courses: BIO481, BIO491, BIO581, BIO591, ENV491, ENV591. Liberal arts
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
An introduction to the science of global climate change. Course topics will include radiative transfer and the Earth’s energy balance, influence of Earth system components on the climate system (atmosphere, ocean, biosphere, cryosphere), natural and human drivers of climate change, the detection and prediction of long-term climate trends, and the impacts of anthropogenic climate change. Liberal Arts
MAT 221 or MAT 224 , and CHE 112 or POI Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 511Water Quality (4 cr.)
An overview of the factors controlling water quality in environmental systems, including chemical, biological, and physical processes. The course will focus on a quantitative understanding of how water quality is measured and assessed, through mathematical and conceptual models, field measurements, and laboratory analyses. Lecture/Lab. Liberal Arts
This course will review the environmental impact assessment process including major federal (National Environmental Policy Act or NEPA), state (New York State Environmental Quality Review Act or SEQRA), regional and local regulations; the environmental impact statement (EIS) process and report preparation; American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) process and report preparation; assessment methodologies; and public participation. The course will also review environmental field methods used in the evaluation of site conditions for the preparation of the ESA/due diligence documents typically requested by owners and/or developers in acquisition of a property.
Graduate standing or POI Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 519Advanced Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Analysis (3 cr.)
Use of geographic information systems (GIS) software to analyze spatial data and prepare maps. Students will learn applications of GIS in geology, environmental science, ecology, and planning.
ENV 350 or equivalent or POI Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 521Environmental Law and Policy (3 cr.)
This course analyzes the role played by the different branches of government and the public in shaping and determining environmental policy and law. Major environmental statutes and agency regulations at the local, federal and international level are examined. Students undertake extensive literature research on a legal or policy topic approved by the instructor. Credit will not be given for both ENV 421 and ENV 521.
An undergraduate degree in environmental science or related field or POI.
ENV 522Environmental Data Analysis (3 cr.)
Course will provide experience in experimental design, data management, data exploration, and statistical methods. Students will learn best management practices for collecting, storing, and sharing data, including metadata. This course will introduce students to the R programming language in the context of performing exploratory data analysis, visualization, and statistical methods commonly used in the field. Students will have the opportunity to use their own data sets for class projects.
ENV 333 or MAT 161 or permission of instructor Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 530Wildlife Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Wildlife Ecology seeks to explore the natural history and behavior of wildlife species. Exploration of methods for surveying and identifying wildlife, specifically vertebrates, will offer opportunities for discussion of primary literature. Through trapping, surveys, animal tracking using GPS and radio-telemetry, strict adherence to the scientific method, and GIS analysis, students will gain first-hand knowledge of tools for the wildlife professional. An independent research project, requiring time outside of class, will be developed, implemented, and presented by the graduate student. Student may not receive credit for both ENV 430 and ENV 530. Lecture/Lab
One upper-division ecology course beyond general ecology or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 531Freshwater Ecology (4 cr.)
A study of the biological, chemical, and physical features of lakes and other inland waters. An analysis of the interactions between biological communities and their aquatic environment. Laboratory involves examination of freshwater biota and habitats, survey of limnological methods and analysis of data. Lecture/Lab
Graduate standing, bachelors degree in science. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 532Forest Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Evaluates interrelationships between basic forest ecosystem factors and processes. Students in this course become proficient with standard forest menstruation instrumentation and techniques. The course also focuses on forest cover type identification. Students who take this course can describe forest stands and ecosystems in terms of structure and composition and compare the similarities and differences between natural disturbances and silvicultural treatments. Students also gain enhanced proficiency with sampling protocols, data management and statistical analyses and improve their ability to write scientific reports. The course is structured to discuss a topic in a classroom, collect and analyze field data then synthesize and interpret biological outcomes. Lecture/Lab
Graduate student or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 533River Ecology (4 cr.)
Advanced ecology and management of river and stream ecosystems. Analysis of biological communities, physical and chemical attributes, watershed dynamics, and current ecological theory. Field investigation of Adirondack streams and rivers. Weekly lectures and laboratory sessions. Students cannot receive credit for ENV533 if they have previously received credit for ENV 433 . Lecture/Lab
One upper division ecology course beyond general ecology or POI. Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
ENV 536Advanced Population and Community Ecology (3 cr.)
A recitation course that builds on theory and models of population growth, regulation, community stability and persistence given global change concerns. In depth student-led discussion will focus on population ecology, including population genetics and evolutionary ecology, regulation/limitation debate, equilibrium versus non-equilibrium theory, competition theory, dynamics of direct and indirect predation, community assembly rules, and metapopulation dynamics. Literature surveys will culminate in a review paper on a population or community ecology topic and laboratory experiments will test applications of population growth models under various environmental treatment scenarios and be written as a sample of primary literature. Students who have received credit for ENV 336 or ENV 436 may not receive credit for ENV 536.
Introduction to the hydrological, chemical, and biological interactions in wetland ecosystems. Emphasis placed on integrating ecological, social, and economic values into management and protection of wetland habitats. Lecture/Lab Liberal Arts
Graduate Student Standing Semester(s) Offered: Fall
ENV 542Paleobiology and Paleoecology (4 cr.)
Study of the history of life and the conditions under which life evolves and becomes preserved. Topics explored include the nature of the fossil record; mechanisms for fossil preservation; recognition and description of fossil taxa; interpretations of ancient organismal morphologies, ecologies, interactions, and behaviors; the deep-time record of organic evolution; and patterns of global biodiversity change through time. Lecture with Lab. Liberal Arts
BIO 102 , ENV 304 , or GEL 101 and graduate standing or POI
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ENV 542L Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 562Ecosystem Ecology (3 cr.)
An overview of theory and concepts in ecosystem ecology through a survey of the literature, including classical papers. Source materials will be evaluated and critiqued through a combination of lectures, written assignments and student-led discussions. Liberal arts
BIO 304 or ENV 304 or POI Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ENV 570Soil Science (4 cr.)
Study of the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils and their relationship to the environment and plant growth. Includes the study of soil formation, physical properties, water dynamics, soil organisms and ecology, nutrient cycling, acidity and anthropogenic pollutant effects on soil, including the links between agriculture and water quality. Lecture/Lab. Liberal Arts
Specialized subjects in environmental science with direct application to modern environmental issues. Topics vary with instructor and semester; potential subjects include landscape ecology, preservation of ecological diversity, global climate change, fire ecology, insect ecology, advanced concepts in ecology and others. Ecological concepts for the topic covered will be developed through reading original research papers, giving oral presentations, and written assignments. Can be repeated for credit with a different topic. Students can receive credit for this course only if they have not received credit for ENV 480 with the same topic.
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A multidisciplinary approach will be used to introduce students to the concept of sustainability and explore sustainable development issues at the local, national and international levels. Topics such as the historical development of the concept of sustainability, the equitable distribution of ecosystem services and sustainable economic development will be explored. Students undertake extensive literature research on a topic approved by the instructor. Credit will not be given for both ENV 491 and ENV 581. Cannot receive credit for more than one of the following courses: BIO481, BIO491, BIO581, BIO591, ENV491, ENV581, ENV591. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
This course explores fundamental interdisciplinary themes in Conservation Biology. We learn how history, policy, and people have altered biodiversity. We examine local and regional conservation issues, both historic and contemporary, with special attention to current debate and controversy within the field. Students will learn to apply a variety of tools commonly used in the field such as spatial analysis and data exploration. Cannot receive credit for more than one of the following courses: BIO481, BIO491, BIO581, BIO591, ENV491, ENV591. Liberal Arts
Original MS Natural Resources and Ecology program research project individually arranged between student and faculty sponsor. Course may be repeated. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
