Intro to Environmental Science

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of environmental concepts with a focus on the impact of human activities on the environment. Sustainable development and pollution prevention will be stressed as solutions to air and water pollution, soil conservation and food production, solid and hazardous waste, alternative energy, climate change and ozone depletion. Students will study current environmental issues as they relate to our culture, the economy and politics. Several field trips to see environmental protection in action will supplement the course material. Co-requisite: NONE