Relationship of living organisms to the environment, including human impact on the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. Emphasis is placed on understanding of biological and physical science issues currently faced by society. Includes laboratory and field investigation of ecosystems and the environment. No credit if taken after BIOL 037, BIOL 040 or PHSC 037. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Interaction of human populations with local and global environments. Interrelationships of ecosystem and biosphere components. No credit if taken after BIOL 036 or GEOG 010. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Introduction to basic chemistry and environmental science with an emphasis on how chemical principles relate to everyday life. Topics include: indigenous practices, natural resources, water usage, pollution, healthy food, chemical additives to food, common organic chemicals, pesticides, drugs, household products, redox, soap-making, nuclear issues and composting. Required field trips. See Class Schedule for details. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Independent, faculty-guided student inquiry, project, research, laboratory experiment and/or field investigation. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Field investigation of the environment in an area of selected interest. Required: Instructional field trips. See Class Schedule for details. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Observation and interpretation of environmental phenomena in the field. Required instructional trips. Recommended enrollment in or completion of any Environmental Studies lecture or lecture/lab course. Total of 18 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.