ENV 116Global Environmental Challenges3
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
Chatham University · Courses
ENV
31 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 203Dynamic Earth Systems3
The earth is a dynamic, evolving system. This course provides an introduction to earth’s formation, its materials composition and distribution, and the processes of the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere that interact to shape surface and subsurface features and conditions. The complex adaptive systems framework will be applied.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 204Botany3
An introduction to the structure and function of plants. Topics include the evolutionary rise of green plants, plant life cycles and development, plant physiology, plant ecology, and the morphology and taxonomy of vascular plants. The importance of plants for humans is discussed, including their use for food and medicine. Three hours of lecture per week. Additional fee(s): Lab/Materials fee
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- BIO144 or SUS201
ENV 204LLab: Botany2
ENV248LW Ecology Lab (2)
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 208Backpacking: Experiencing the Natural History of Western3
Students learn local land-use and natural history, including soil formation, flora, and some fauna. Also covered are wilderness trip planning and leadership, including principles for minimizing human impacts and conserving outdoor spaces and wilderness heritage. One weekend overnight camping trip is required. Prior completion of 100-level science course is desirable.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 242Women and the Global Environment3
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 247Environmental Geology3
Fundamental earth science concepts are used to assess the impact of global climate change, human demographics, and human development on the Earth’s natural resources. Course will also examine how natural processes interact with human activities.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 247LEnvironmental Geology Lab1
Laboratory and field exercises will help students understand the fundamental earth science processes linked with global climate change and with human use of the Earth’s natural resources. Two hours of laboratory per week. Additional Fee(s): Lab/ Materials fee.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 248Ecology3
ENV248LW Ecology Lab (2)
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 250Plants, People, and the Environment3
An introduction to the uses of plants by humans. Topics include the form, structure and genetics of plants related to their use as sources of food, shelter, fiber, flavors, beverages, drugs, and medicines. Plant structure and reproduction are studied in lecture and in-class activities with a particular focus on relationships between the plant’s structural, chemical, or physiological attributes and the agricultural plant. Agricultural policies will also be discussed. Three hours of lecture per week.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- BIO129
ENV 260Physical Geology3
Physical geology introduces students to Earth’s rocks and minerals, their origin, and the processes that continue to shape them. Students will gain a deep understanding of plate tectonics and surficial processes. Reading and interpreting topographic and geologic maps and using geologic field mapping techniques enhance visualization of processes and outcomes.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- CHM108
ENV 260LPhysical Geology Lab1
Laboratory skills to complement the material presented in ENV260. Additional Fee(s): Lab/Materials fee. Prerequsite: CHM110L
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Corequisite
- ENV260
ENV 303Global Change Science3
The climate system of Earth is rapidly changing due to complex and interacting phenomena. This course offers an in-depth investigation of the science behind climate change, including a survey of model forecasts. Emphasis will also include the current and projected consequences of climate change on natural resources.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- ENV203
ENV 313Special Topics3
Special topics.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 315Conservation Science3
Conservation science focuses on the causes and consequences of loss of biodiversity and habitat, and how practitioners mitigate these impacts. Students will investigate the importance of and disruptions to biodiversity, as well as tools and techniques available to conserve biological diversity in a human-dominated world facing climatic change.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- SUS201 and ENV203
ENV 327Writing About Environment Science3
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 327WWriting about Environmental Science3
This course is designed for students with some basic scientific skills, who might become scientists professionally, but all of whom will be communicating about science, often to non-scientists. In this course, we will read, discuss, and practice a variety of methods of communicating about environmental science, from popular culture to news to government reports. Students will competently translate scientific CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 296
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 360Field Ornithology3
Field Ornithology focuses on identification and ecology of local birds, and on a variety of field study techniques for conducting ornithology and related studies. The instructors will use observational field trips, field laboratory exercises, lectures, and readings to introduce students to the study of wild birds in the field.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 404Quantitative Ecology3
Drawing from case studies in landscape design and natural resource management, this course will apply quantitative methods to ecological data analysis. Students will work with the software program R to apply statistical inference and mathematical modeling using previously collected data sets on single species, species interactions, communities, and food webs.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 404LQuantitative Ecology Laboratory1
Laboratory exercises from this course will complement material covered in SUS 404. Activities will primarily involve data collection and retrieval in ecosystems surrounding Eden Hall and in the Laurel Highlands. Additional Fee(s): Lab/Materials fee.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Corequisite
- ENV404
ENV 428Environmental Hydrology3
Hydrology explores how freshwater moves throughout Earth, from the atmosphere to groundwater and as surface water in streams. Students will be introduced to scientific concepts required to manage freshwater as a natural resource using a systems approach to water budgeting. The course emphasizes mathematical modeling and managing water resources.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- MTH110 and ENV203
ENV 451Soil Science3
Study of soils as natural bodies, media for plant growth, and ecosystem components. Topics include soil morphology and characteristics, composition, formation, conservation, and soil erosion. Physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils are related to the production of plants, the functioning of hydrologic and nutrient cycles, and the protection of environmental quality. Additional Fee(s): Course fee.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- CHM107
ENV 461Aquatic Entomology3
Aquatic environments harbor a vast number of insect species that are widely used as biological indicators of environmental health. This course introduces the physiological, ecological, and biomonitoring attributes of aquatic insects and emphasizes taxonomic identification. Preparation for a formal identification certification test from the Society for Freshwater Science is optional.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- BIO144 or SUS201
ENV 461LAquatic Entomology Lab1
Aquatic environments harbor a vast number of insect species that are widely used as biological indicators of environmental health. This laboratory section complements the course introducing the physiological, ecological, and biomonitoring attributes of CHATHAM UNIVERSITY CATALOG: 2026-2027 297
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 471Conservation in Practice3
Conservation theory lives in its practice. Students will work collaboratively with community conservation partners on real-world projects, including through on-site visits. This approach not only develops students’ problem solving, communication, and critical thinking skills; it also fosters connections with conservation practitioners and enhances professional development.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- ENV315
ENV 484Plant Physiology3
*Elective courses may be substituted with a course pre-approve Chair.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 484LPlant Physiology Lab2
Elective courses may be substituted with a course pre-approved Chair.
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 490Integrative Capstone3
*Bold courses count as General Education credits Conservation Science Concentration
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
ENV 491Independent Study1
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- Permission of Instructor
ENV 492Independent Study2
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- Permission of Instructor
ENV 493Independent Study3
EXS: EXERCISE SCIENCE
- Subject
- ENV
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- www.chatham.edu
- Prerequisite
- Permission of Instructor
Source: Chatham University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59