A natural science-based introduction to current environmental issues and the science central to understanding them, including scientific method, systems theory, principles of critical thinking, sustainability basics, population dynamics, biogeochemical cycles, water and air pollution, energy resources, and global climate change. The course combines informational lectures, readings, and media with in-class activities, discussion, case study analysis, and field work opportunities designed to highlight the diversity of environment-related problems and the importance of critical thinking and scientific analysis. Credit hours: 4. (CI)
- Teacher: Karin Warren