ESSC 171 - Principles of Environmental Science

3 Credit(s)

This course provides an intensive examination of the fundamental principles that govern and shape our environment. While designed primarily as an introduction to the field of environmental science for science majors, this course is intended for all students who want to learn about environmental issues and problems. Topics include ecosystems, human populations, geologic processes, atmospheric and hydrologic systems, pollution, energy resources, urbanization, and environmental history and ethics.
3 hours lecture.
Prerequisite(s): none.

(SAME AS ENVR 171)