Environmental Science

Catalog description

This is an introductory lecture and laboratory course for all students. This course includes study of relevant environmental issues occurring at regional to global scales. Natural and human systems throughout West Michigan will be studied to provide local context for broader environmental concepts. Through inquiry-based approaches, students will apply the scientific method by formulating hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, and communicating results. On-campus and off campus field trips will be required as part of this course.