28 courses with the subject ES, 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.
An introduction to the broad field of environmental studies, including worldviews and the nature of scientific inquiry, the relationship between science and religion, earth science, the biological foundations of life, ecology, and resource management and conservation. Natural science credit. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
An introduction to the interdisciplinary field of environmental science with an emphasis on understanding natural environmental systems and the physical and social causes of environmental issues. Major topics include: ecology and environmental systems, human populations, natural resources management, environmental pollution, energy, and sustainable development. The laboratory will provide hands-on field experiences related to lecture topics. This course is also designed to allow Environmental Science majors to determine their area of specialization within the major. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. (Offered every fall)
This course provides a broad foundational understanding of the field of environmental studies while using the environment as the integrating concept. Topics include environmental philosophy and theology, nature literature, environmental science and related issues, and environmental history, policy, and law. This course is open only to freshmen, sophomores, and transfer students, and it is designed specifically for students majoring in environmental studies. Pre-requisite: BL 101.
2 Worldviews OR BB 211 Christian Doctrine 3 BL 101 Survey of Biological Principles I 4 OE 170 Wilderness First Aid 1 Major Elective 3 Gen-Ed Literature 3 HS 101 History of World Civilization I 3 HS 102 History of World Civilization II 3 Gen-Ed Mathematics 3 PY 201 or PY 202 General Psychology 3 Elective 2 15 15
A minimum of five (5) additional hours chosen from BL, CH, or ES 195
This course explores the concepts of environmental, social, and economic sustainability as they relate to decision making in the field of natural resource management. Students critically examine real-world environmental problems and develop possible solutions using a systems-based approach. Topics covered include: the nature of ecosystems, sustainable resource management, sustainable community development, 301
Gen-Ed Social Science 3 13.5 14
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower-level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
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This course will utilize a systems approach to environmental analysis and management . Topics include positive and negative feedback, nutrient cycling, environmental fate and transport, and ecosystem management. Special emphasis will be placed on contemporary environmental management issues in the Southern Appalachians. Pre-requisite: ES 301 or permission of professor.
4 additional courses with a minimum of 14 credit hours, selected in consultation with the faculty advisor. *See Financial Information in the Academic Catalog for information on course fee Pre-Approved Special Emphasis Programs of Study with Au Sable
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Supervised practical experience provides students with the opportunity to integrate classroom instruction with on-the-job learning in areas of environmental science- related fields. Pre-requisite: IS 310.
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with an emphasis on natural resource management applications. Topics covered include: GIS hardware and software components, data capture methods, analysis of spatial information, and map creation and analysis. Pre-
This course will utilize a systems approach to environmental analysis and management. Topics include positive and negative feedback, nutrient cycling, environmental fate and transport, and ecosystem management. Special emphasis will be placed on 302
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A course to enhance and develop environmental studies and skills through experiences that will integrate previous learning as a bridge to the learner’s future. The student will initiate and direct a contract of the project to enhance personal strengths and diminish personal weaknesses. Pre-requisites: BL 211-212, and ES 206, or permission of professor. ES 440/BL 440 Senior Project or Internship (honors option) (3) Students are responsible for a project/internship design and proposal. Employment is pursued through a student job search. This project is typically developed during the junior year, employment is during the summer, and the final project presented during 209
• Completion of one of the concentrations of study as listed below. 121
Choose from three Environmental Science Concentrations: Pre-Professional (34 credits) Conservation Biology and Natural Resource Management (32 credits) Special Emphasis (18 credits) Pre-Professional Concentration (34 credits) The Pre-professional track offers a wide range of courses designed to prepare students for graduate studies in the health and science professions, including diverse fields such as applied technology (environmental consulting), biochemistry, ecological research, genetics, environmental science, medicine/medical research, nursing, ecophysiology, toxicology, and veterinary science.
This variable topic course offers an immersion experience for the purpose of studying specific environments. Course is usually offered during the semester, but during brief, concentrated periods, such as weekends or academic breaks. On occasion, the course is offered during the summer. After attending one or more mandatory pre-trip meetings, students will participate in a study trip to the site. May be repeated for credit. Fee, varies by topic.
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at an upper-level of study (appropriate for junior or senior academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics.
Field Internship- all 441 courses (INT 400) per credit hour $50.00 Graduate Level Part-Time Tuition, per credit hour $520.00 High Adrenaline Adventure (OE 221) per course $250.00 History Travel (HS 480) per course $250.00 Information and Technology (CS 320) per course $250.00 Instructional/Art Studio (ART342) per course $100.00 Internship/Practicum (all 441/341 courses), per credit during semester $50.00 Introduction to Pedagogy (CE 408), per course $100.00 Kayaking (PE 240) per course (Summer only) $40.00
Students may choose to participate in a directed study of their own choice contingent on faculty availability. Credit varies from 1-3 hours although a student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. Prerequisite: Junior status or above. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required.
Source: Montreat College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
