ENVS 0520

Introduction to the scientific method and all aspects of the natural environment: the geological and biological history of the Earth; weather and climate; concepts of ecology; energy and nutrients in ecosystems; biodiversity; human activities; services provided by ecosystems; environmental justice; environmental challenges such as development, toxins, waste, pollution, and overexploitation; environmental data; and current issues regarding our shared environment. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Undergraduate Certificate in Indigenous Student Success