Environmental Science

Catalog description

Environmental science is an online course designed to provide abroad understanding of the physical, biological and social aspects of the environment. Topics include basic ecological concepts, sustainability, energy problems, natural resources, human population growth, preserving biodiversity, climate and environmental pollution. Possible solutions to these topics will be considered. This course does not meet the laboratory science requirements at SWIC. Students are expected to dedicate an additional 8 hours per week to study the course content, complete homework, analyze data, and seek assistance in atimely manner.