15 courses with the subject ENVR, 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.
4 sem. hrs. An introduction to the field of environmental science. Includes an analysis of natural resources and the environmental impact of their extraction and use by humans. Environmental quality, pollution, toxicology will be among the topics covered.
4 sem. hrs. An introduction to the field of conservation science. Local and global aspects of species, ecosystem and landscape conservation will be discussed.
3 sem. hrs. Offered every fall semester. This course introduces the concepts and components of a geographic information system (GIS). It is designed to provide students with foundational knowledge in analytical cartography and also to expose them to how geographic information can be used to answer questions and to solve problems in natural resource management, and emergency preparedness. GIS I is the first of a two-course sequence of GIS technology and applications. Students will learn concepts such as data acquisition, input, and manipulation; cartographic output; report and map generation.
4 sem. hrs. Offered alternate years, spring semesters The origin, composition, structure, and geological history of the earth. This will include the study of geological processes affecting the earth’s crust and interior, and examination of theories concerning geological phenomena such as origin of mountains and plate tectonics.
3-4 sem. hrs. Offered as needed. May be repeated for credit. In-depth study of a selected topic in environmental science. Level of instruction depends on the topic. Past topics have included: invasive species biology, entomology, and wetland ecology.
1-3 sem. hrs. In-depth study of an area of special interest. Topic determined jointly by a faculty member and student(s) in consultation. Meets weekly for one hour.
1 sem. hr. A hands-on tutorial in visualizing, analyzing, and utilizing geographic information using ArcGIS online with applications to many fields of study. Focus is on the development of practical skills in the context of an understanding of what geographic information is and where it comes from. CO UR S E S 157
1-3 sem. hrs. May be repeated for credit. These courses are available for students who have demonstrated an ability to work without close supervision. Student(s) and faculty members develop the course together on a relevant topic.
3 sem. hrs. From paleoclimate to the current climate crisis this course overviews climate science examining both regional and global scales. The interdependent elements of the climate system are examined and the manner in which humans have perturbed the climate system is discussed. Techniques used to generate the global climate record are reviewed.
2-4 sem. hrs. Offered every semester. Graded: S/U. Work relating to environmental policy or science in an academic, governmental, industrial or public interest group setting.
2-4 sem. hrs. Graded: S/U. The ENVR research practicum is designed to provide research-based experiential learning beyond the classroom. The practicum might include ENVR field work, or laboratory based re- search experience on or off-campus.
3 sem. hrs. Offered alternate years. Examination of the process that seeks to predict and mitigate the environmental impacts of proposed development or other projects, and that produces environmental impact statements. The goals, steps, strengths and limitations of various kinds of environmental impact assessments will be discussed.
3 sem. hrs. Offered alternate years, fall semesters. This course will examine the environmental consequences of agriculture as it is practiced today in tropical and temperate regions, and discuss the agroecological basis for tools and techniques designed to address these problems. 158 CO URSES
1 sem. hr. Offered every semester. May be repeated for credit. Independent research on self-designed project overseen by a faculty member in Environmental Science. Course provides experience in designing and conducting research and communicating findings.
4 sem. hrs. Offered annually, spring semester. Identification of an original topic and development of a senior research paper or alternative project in environmental policies and values. Preparation and presentation of a paper or project based on independent research and analysis. Work to be conducted in conjunction with a member of the ENVR faculty.
Source: Wells College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
