Environmental Studies - Scientfc Princpls Envrnmt Stds

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This course provides the scientific knowledge necessary to understand the changing relationships between humans and the natural environment, with an emphasis on the assessment of current environmental problems and critical evaluation of potential solutions. Major topics include fundamental scientific concepts and principles, interactions among the biological and physical components of the environment, implications of a growing human population, water resources, the atmosphere, climate, and energy sources. (Same as GEOG 148.) Satisfies: Goal 3 Natural Sciences (GE3N) , Natural and Physical Sci Lec (NLEC)