Course Description

See catalog description for ENV 101

Credit Hours

0

Contact Hours

0

Lab Hours

2

General Education Outcomes supported by this course

Quantitative Reasoning

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Describe the origin and classification of energy and mineral resources.
• Identify sources of pollution and mitigation strategies.
• Describe current issues surrounding climate change and potential solutions.
• Understand the importance of biodiversity and the main causes of biodiversity loss.

Application:

• Evaluate the validity of scientific claims in news media.
• Analyze contour maps and remote sensing data.

Integration:

• Use math skills to comprehend course content emphasizing quantitative reasoning.
• Relate everyday items to natural resources and the sources of those materials.

Human Dimension:

• Reflect on the formation, distribution and abundance of earth resources.
• Make educated decisions regarding their personal use, or misuse, of our planet's resources.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Be inspired to care about learning and about the environment.
• Care about resource management and sustainability.

Learning How to Learn:

• Utilize scientific literacy skills to research beyond this course.