ENVS 3501

Envi Problem Solving I

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This course introduces students to concepts and methods for analyzing environmental problems. Students will learn analytical approaches for problem solving that are appropriate for a wide range of environmental issues and apply these to the analysis of case studies.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2026 syllabus by Caroline Franklin. Open the PDF

Grading

5%Problem-solving manifestoIndividual
2%Peer evaluationIndividual
8%Manifesto reflectionIndividual
35%Group assignments 1–7 (7)5% each
15%Group assignment 8
24%IRATs (7)4% each; best 6 of 7
6%TRATs (7)1% each; best 6 of 7
5%Final presentation

Course rules

Attendance
Attendance at all classes is mandatory; lectures are not recorded.
Late work
Assignments lose 10% per day, including weekends, for up to six days; then the grade is zero.
Missed quizzes
Missed quizzes receive zero, but only the best 6 of 7 IRAT and TRAT grades count.
Missed class
Notify the instructor before class and submit a Student Declaration of Absence Form within three days.
Absences
Students may submit the Student Declaration of Absence form no more than twice.
Final presentation
Absence from the presentation class results in a grade of zero.
Generative AI
Generative AI is not allowed; its use is an academic integrity offence.
Class materials
Bring a Wi-Fi-enabled laptop to class; contact the instructor if one is unavailable.

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