BIOL 156 - Introduction to Environmental Science
Credit Hours: 4
Billable Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites: RDG 090 and ENGL 090 and MATH 092 or MATH 105 (recommended)
C1 General Education Natural Sciences Satisfier Y
MTA Natural Sciences Satisfier Y
Global Studies Satisfier Course Y
Session Cycle: FW
An introduction to environmental science stressing fundamental concepts and principles of ecology, ecosystem structure and function, population dynamics, resources and pollution. This course reflects applications of physical, chemical, biological and geological principles to define ecological change, both natural and anthropogenic. Topics include land use, food resources, mineral resources, energy, air, water and the causative interrelationships between human values and socio-economic, political, and environmental problems. Course requires laboratory work. This course is open to both science- and non-science majors.
Notes: Science Mathematics Division
Theory Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 45
Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify the scientific, social scientific and humanistic aspects of environmental issues.
Applies to General Education Natural Sciences Competency Objectives A, B, C, D, and E.
2. Describe the structure and function of significant environmental systems.
Applies to General Education Natural Sciences Competency Objectives A, B, C, D, and E.
3. Identify, locate, evaluate, synthesize and present current information on environmental issues.
Applies to General Education Natural Sciences Competency Objectives A, B, C, D, and E.
4. Use scientific reasoning to identify and understand environmental problems, formulate testable hypothesis and evaluate potential solutions.
Applies to General Education Natural Sciences Competency Objectives A, B, C, D, and E.
5. Critically evaluate arguments regarding environmental issues.
Applies to General Education Natural Sciences Competency Objectives A, B, C, D, and E.
6. Understand the impact your way of life has on the environment and apply your understanding of environmental issues to your own choices.
Applies to General Education Natural Sciences Competency Objectives A, B, C, D, and E.
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