13 courses with the subject EVS, 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.
EVS 111Fundamentals of Earth System Science4
An introduction to the Earth system and the solid Earth, atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere. Topics include: global change in modern environments and ancient analogues; an introduction to oceanography and atmospheric science; the carbon cycle; the solid Earth; diversity of biospheric interactions; long-term climate regulation; and human threats to the environment. Intended for students not majoring in the Natural Sciences. (4 credit hours)
The course is intended for non-science majors. This course provides students with a basic understanding of major principles and unifying concepts within Environmental Science. Topics include: humans and sustainability; science and ecological principles; sustaining biodiversity and natural resources; and sustaining environmental quality and human societies. Students will gain an awareness of the importance of Earth's systems in sustaining our daily lives, plus the scientific foundation and tools needed to apply critical thought to contemporary environmental issues. (4 credit hours)
Introduction to physical and ecological principles, concepts, and methodologies that serve as the foundation of environmental systems and strategies for sustainable management of the earth's ecosystems. Laboratory work supplements and expands lecture topics as well as introduces techniques used by Environmental Scientists. Intended for students majoring or minoring in Environmental Science and for non-majors who want or need a more challenging introductory course in biology. (4 credit hours)
This course and accompanying lab will focus on the characteristics and processes of the Earth’s surface and lower atmosphere. Topics include: climate, earth materials, tectonic activity, geomorphic processes and landforms, soils, and human impacts on the landscape. (4 credit hours)
This course and accompanying lab will focus on the interplay among the individual components of the Earth system â€" the solid Earth, atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere. Topics include: global change in modern environments and ancient analogues; an introduction to oceanography and atmospheric science; the carbon cycle; the solid Earth; diversity of biospheric interactions; long-term climate regulation; and human threats to the environment. (4 credit hours)
EVS 311Natural History of the Great Smoky Mountains4
An investigation of the landforms, flora, and fauna of the Southern Appalachians, especially as found in the Great Smoky Mountains. Topics include: relationships between climate, geology, and topographic features; recognition of common biotic communities; identification of characteristic plants, animals, and fungi along with their habitats; roles played by plants, animals and fungi within communities; and impact of human activity on ecosystems in the region. Laboratory exercises incorporate field work in the Maryville College woods and local points of interest, including the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. (4 credit hours)
Practical on-campus or off-campus experiences that apply methodologies and techniques of environmental science in actual work settings in academic institutions, government laboratories or agencies, or private companies and organizations. For each credit hour granted students are expected to be involved in at least 45 hours of approved activity. The duration should normally occur over a minimum of three weeks. (0 to 15 credit hours)
EVS351 is the first semester in a two-course sequence that satisfies the Senior Study requirement for BS degrees in the Natural Sciences. Guided by a faculty mentor, students develop a research project, initiate feasibility studies, and report findings in a format appropriate for the field and specific project. (3 credit hours)
EVS352 is the second semester in a two-course sequence that satisfies the Senior Study requirement for BS degrees in the Natural Sciences. Guided by a faculty mentor, students perform experiments proposed in EVS 351, collect and analyze their data, and report findings in a format appropriate for the field and specific project. (3 credit hours)
When the Senior Study requirement is fulfilled with a one-course sequence, that experience is designated 353. Individual study, with the guidance of a faculty supervisor, that provides experience in independent research and the preparation of a formal paper. (3 credit hours)
