Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

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The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (B.S.E.S.) and minor in Environmental Science are degree programs offered jointly by the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs through the Integrated Program in the Environment. The interdisciplinary B.S.E.S. program considers the environment from a scientific perspective. Students preparing for professional employment or graduate study in environmental science or in one of the traditional sciences should consider this degree.

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Requirements

The major requires at least 35 credit hours (75 with the Addenda requirements), including the requirements listed below.

Environmental Science Courses.
1. Introductory Course. One (1) course:
  - EAS-E 105 Earth: Our Habitable Planet
  - GEOG-G 107 Physical Systems of the Environment
  - GEOG-G 208 Environment and Society
  - SPEA-E 272 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
  EAS-E 105 Earth: Our Habitable Planet
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to planet Earth as a dynamic and complex global system. Course materials will demonstrate physical and chemical linkages between biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere that directly impact lifestyles of human populations at time scales of years to centuries. Lecture and lab.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 105 or GEOL-G 105.
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  GEOG-G 107 Physical Systems of the Environment
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Explores the physical processes of the Earth—its weather, climate, landforms, oceans and ecosystems—and analyzes a range of environmental issues.
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  GEOG-G 208 Environment and Society
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Just as we shape the environment, the environment shapes us. From globalization to food production to climate change, learn how humans and environments interact.
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  SPEA-E 272 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
2. Electives. 27 credit hours:
  - BIOL-B 300 Vascular Plants
  - BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology
  - BIOL-L 307
  - BIOL-L 311 Genetics
  - BIOL-L 318 Evolution
  - BIOL-L 319 Genetics Laboratory
  - BIOL-L 326 Biodiverse-City. The Art and Science of Green Infrastructure
  - BIOL-L 328 Disease Ecology and Evolution
  - BIOL-L 350 Environmental Biology
  - BIOL-L 376 Biology of Birds
  - BIOL-L 402 Ecosystem Ecology and Global Change
  - BIOL-L 433 Tropical Biology
  - BIOL-L 472 Microbiomes: Host and Environmental Health
  - BIOL-L 473 Ecology
  - BIOL-L 474 Field and Laboratory Ecology
  - BIOL-M 250 Microbiology
  - BIOL-M 315 Microbiology Laboratory
  - BIOL-M 465 Environmental Microbiology Laboratory
  - BIOL-Z 373 Entomology
  - BIOL-Z 374
  - BIOL-Z 375 Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory
  - BIOL-Z 406 Vertebrate Zoology
  - BIOL-Z 476 Biology of Fishes
  - CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
  - CHEM-A 315 Chemical Measurements Laboratory
  - CHEM-A 316 Bioanalytical Chemistry Laboratory
  - CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry
  - CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations
  - EAS-A 339 Weather Analysis and Forecasting
  - EAS-A 347 Instrumentation for Atmospheric Science
  - EAS-A 364 Dynamic Meteorology 1
  - EAS-A 437 Advanced Synoptic Meteorology and Climatology
  - EAS-A 476 Climate Change Science
  - EAS-A 410 when taken Summer 2024 or later
  - EAS-E 225 Earth Materials
  - EAS-E 226 Earth Processes
  - EAS-E 227 Earth Climate and History
  - EAS-E 316 Mineral Fuels and Materials
  - EAS-E 333 Sedimentation and Tectonics
  - EAS-E 334 Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
  - EAS-E 341
  - EAS-E 351 Elements of Hydrology
  - EAS-E 406
  - EAS-E 411 Invertebrate Paleontology
  - EAS-E 412 Introduction to Vertebrate Paleontology
  - EAS-E 415 Principles of Geomorphology
  - EAS-E 423 Methods in Applied Geophysics
  - EAS-E 435 Glacial and Quaternary Geology
  - EAS-E 444 Methods in Analytical Geochemistry
  - EAS-E 451 Principles of Hydrogeology
  - EAS-E 488 Paleoclimatology: A Geological Record of Earth's Climate History
  - EAS-X 420 Regional Geology Field Trip
  - GEOG-G 304 Physical Meteorology and Climatology
  - GEOG-G 307 Biogeography: The Distribution of Life
  - GEOG-G 336 Environmental Remote Sensing
  - One of the following:
    - GEOG-G 338 Geographic Information Systems
    - SPEA-E 418 VECTOR-BASED GIS
  - GEOG-G 341 Ecological Restoration: Science, Politics, and Ethics
  - GEOG-G 350
  - GEOG-G 405 Ecological Climatology
  - GEOG-G 407 when taken Summer 2024 or later
  - GEOG-G 436
  - GEOG-G 438 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
  - GEOG-G 444 Climate Change Impacts
  - GEOG-G 451 Physical Hydrology
  - GEOG-G 452 Tree-Ring Science
  - GEOG-G 485 Geospatial Programming
  - GEOG-G 488 Applied Spatial Statistics
  - GEOG-G 489 Geospatial Analysis of Big Data in Python
  - PHYS-P 310 Environmental Physics
  - PHYS-P 317 Signals and Information Processing in Living Systems
  - SPEA-E 260 INTRODUCTION TO WATER RESOURCES
  - SPEA-E 332 INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED ECOLOGY
  - SPEA-E 355 INTRODUCTION TO LIMNOLOGY
  - SPEA-E 375 TECHNIQUES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  - SPEA-E 400 TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (Approved topics: "PLANTS AND PLANT COMMUNITIES" (TPC 138); "RADIOLOGICAL HAZARD MANAGEMENT" (TPC 123))
  - SPEA-E 401 HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND ENERGY CONSUMPTION
  - SPEA-E 410 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY
  - SPEA-E 411 INTRODUCTION TO GROUNDWATER HYDROLOGY
  - SPEA-E 426 APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  - SPEA-E 431 WATER SUPPLY AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT
  - SPEA-E 440 WETLANDS ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
  - SPEA-E 442 HABITAT ANALYSIS-TERRESTRIAL
  - SPEA-E 443 HABITAT ANALYSIS-AQUATIC
  - SPEA-E 451 AIR POLLUTION AND CONTROL
  - SPEA-E 452 SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT
  - SPEA-E 455 LIMNOLOGY
  - SPEA-E 456 LAKE AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
  - SPEA-E 457 INTRODUCTION TO CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
  - SPEA-E 460 FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
  - SPEA-E 461 FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT LABORATORY
  - SPEA-E 464 ORGANIC POLLUTANTS: ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY AND FATE
  - Up to six (6) credit hours (combined total) of any of the following:
    - BIOL-X 490 Individual Study
    - EAS-X 498 Undergraduate Research in Geology
    - GEOG-X 490 Undergraduate Readings and Research in Geography
    - SPEA-E 490 DIRECTED RESEARCH IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  BIOL-B 300 Vascular Plants
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  One introductory biology course
  Description
  Survey of the ferns, gymnosperms, and flowering plants, including their morphology, classification, ecology, evolution, and economic importance.
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  BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Covers structure and function of DNA and RNA; DNA replication, mechanisms of mutation, repair, recombination, and transposition; mechanisms and regulation of gene expression; and the genetic code, transcription, and translation. Introduces bacteriophages, plasmids, and the technology of recombinant DNA.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211.
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  BIOL-L 311 Genetics
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
  Description
  Analysis of the mechanisms of inheritance, including developmental processes that lead to the construction of whole organisms and to the transmission to their offspring of specific genetic traits. Includes the principles of genetics and the analysis of mutations affecting development.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311.
  
  BIOL-L 318 Evolution
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
  Description
  Provides a rigorous exploration of the theory of evolution--the conceptual core of biology. Topics include origins and history of life; the interplay of heredity and environment in shaping adaptations; molecular, behavioral, and social evolution; patterns of speciation, extinction, and their consequences; methods for inferring evolutionary relationships among organisms.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of the following: BIOL-L 318, BIOL-L 479, or BIOL-S 318.
  
  BIOL-L 319 Genetics Laboratory
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
  Notes
  P or C: BIOL-L 311
  Description
  Experiments with plants, animals, bacteria, and viruses demonstrating fundamental genetic mechanisms.
  
  BIOL-L 326 Biodiverse-City. The Art and Science of Green Infrastructure
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  100-level Biology; or consent of instructor
  Description
  An interdisciplinary, place-based approach to understanding biological diversity and its relationship to flourishing human societies, and to developing associated skills and values (e.g. interdisciplinary thinking and action, stewardship).
  
  BIOL-L 328 Disease Ecology and Evolution
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111; AND BIOL-H 111 OR BIOL-L 112
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 211 AND BIOL-L 473
  Description
  Presents the theoretical framework of disease ecology to address special problems in disease biology, including the evolution of virulence, sexually transmitted diseases, reproduction and mate choice. Examines case studies of common infectious diseases. Combines informal lecture with discussion of key papers in the field.
  BIOL-L 350 Environmental Biology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  Not open to biology majors
  Description
  Interactions of human beings with other elements of the biosphere with emphasis on population, community, and ecosystem levels of ecology.
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  BIOL-L 376 Biology of Birds
  
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
  Notes
  Intended for biology majors
  Description
  Avian systematics, distribution, evolution, ecology, and behavior, emphasis on migration and orientation, territoriality, communication, and reproductive behavior. Field trips will concentrate on identification, interpretation of behavior, and research methods.
  
  BIOL-L 402 Ecosystem Ecology and Global Change
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 473 and an introductory environmental science or ecology course
  Description
  Explains how ecosystems function and how and why ecosystems differ in their sensitivity to stress, disturbance and global change. Introduces key concepts and approaches used in the field of ecosystem ecology: ecosystem energetics; biogeochemical cycles and budgets; and the response of ecosystems to stress, disturbance and global change. Focuses on patterns and processes in aquatic, terrestrial and wetland ecosystems.
  
  BIOL-L 433 Tropical Biology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Field course taught in a tropical area overseas. Topics center on ecology and evolution and may include plants and animals, their interactions in rain forests, seasonally dry forests and mangroves, cloud forests, marine biology, marine/land interface, coral physiology, and reef development. Requires detailed field journal and other projects on areas visited.
  
  BIOL-L 472 Microbiomes: Host and Environmental Health
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  At least sophomore standing
  Description
  We are covered with trillions of microorganisms that influence our health and well being. This course focuses on the diversity of these microorganisms but also those in nature, which together regulate the world we live in. Reading primary literature, class experiments, modeling, and group presentations.
  
  BIOL-L 473 Ecology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 318
  Description
  Major concepts of ecology for science majors; relation of individual organisms to their environment, population ecology, structure and function of ecosystems.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 473 and BIOL-L 479.
  
  BIOL-L 474 Field and Laboratory Ecology
  
  Credits
  2–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111
  Notes
  R: Previous or concurrent enrollment in BIOL-L 473
  Description
  Introduction to research problems and techniques in the ecology of individuals, populations, and ecosystems.
  BIOL-M 250 Microbiology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One semester of college chemistry
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 211
  Description
  Application of fundamental principles to the study of microorganisms. Significance of microorganisms to humans and their environment. Does not count as an upper-level lecture in the Biology B.A. major or Biology B.S. degree.
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  BIOL-M 315 Microbiology Laboratory
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
  Description
  A conventional laboratory of exercises, demonstrations and discussions. The goal is to achieve proficiency in the principles and techniques necessary for the manipulation of microorganisms under aseptic conditions.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-M 255 or BIOL-M 315.
  
  BIOL-M 465 Environmental Microbiology Laboratory
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-M 250, BIOL-M 255, or BIOL-M 315; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Scientific inquiry-driven research in environmental microbiology. Focus on the diversity and function of environmental microbes and methods used to study them.
  
  BIOL-Z 373 Entomology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One introductory biology course
  Description
  Insects, with emphasis on evolution, distribution, behavior, and structure.
  
  BIOL-Z 375 Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  One introductory biology course
  Description
  Laboratory and field studies of invertebrates, with an emphasis on experiments with living specimens.
  
  BIOL-Z 406 Vertebrate Zoology
  
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111 and junior or senior standing
  Description
  Morphology, evolution, adaptations, and general biology of vertebrates.
  
  BIOL-Z 476 Biology of Fishes
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111; and junior or senior standing
  Description
  Introduces diversity of extant fishes with respect to evolutionary relationships, classification, structure, function, behavior, ecology and biogeography.
  
  CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  (CHEM-C 341 or CHEM-R 340 or CHEM-S 341) and (MATH-M 119 or MATH-V 119 or MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211)
  Description
  Theory and application of analytical techniques, including statistical treatment of data, spectroscopy, separation methods, electroanalytical methods, radioisotopes, and immunological methods.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314 or CHEM-C 318.
  
  CHEM-A 315 Chemical Measurements Laboratory
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-A 314; or CHEM-C 317 and CHEM-C 318
  Description
  Application of analytical techniques and instrumentation to qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Theory, instrumentation, and data analysis will be covered.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 315 or CHEM-A 316.
  
  CHEM-A 316 Bioanalytical Chemistry Laboratory
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-C 318 or CHEM-A 314
  Description
  Laboratory experiments involve the application of analytical techniques and instrumentation to chemical analysis of biological samples. Methods include spectroscopy, immunoassays, chromatography, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 315 or CHEM-A 316.
  
  CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 341; CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-M 213
  Description
  Treatment of analytical data; chemical equilibrium; redox titrations; electrochemical theory; potentiometry; voltammetry; coulometry.
  
  CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 341; CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-M 213
  Description
  Ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and luminescence spectrophotometry; flame and electrical discharge techniques; X-ray and mass spectrometric methods; phase equilibria and extractions; counter current distribution; gas, thin-layer liquid, and high-performance liquid chromatography.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314; or CHEM-C 317 and CHEM-C 318.
  EAS-A 339 Weather Analysis and Forecasting
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-E 122, GEOG-G 109, GEOL-G 107, or GEOL-G 122; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Analysis and interpretation of meteorological data with a focus on forecasting applications for the mid-latitudes. Students learn the practical skills that weather forecasters use.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-A 339, GEOG-G 339, or GEOL-G 339.
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  EAS-A 347 Instrumentation for Atmospheric Science
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduces the principles of atmospheric measurement including sampling strategies, instrumentation and data analysis to quantify atmospheric variables and processes. Covers standard meteorological techniques: ground-based, satellite and airborne remote sensing; atmospheric chemistry and aerosol measurements. Research projects in experimental design will employ field and laboratory equipment to investigate climatological and meteorological principles.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-A 347 or GEOL-G 347.
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  EAS-A 364 Dynamic Meteorology 1
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-A 340 or GEOL-G 340 or GEOG-G 304
  Description
  The atmospheric-boundary layer is the interface between the free atmosphere and the surface. Basic meteorological theory for processes in the atmospheric boundary-layer that scale from the microscale to the mesoscale. Aerodynamic and energy budget concepts. Development and application of boundary-layer models and associated parameterizations. Lecture and laboratory format.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-A 364, GEOG-G 362, or GEOL-G 364.
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  EAS-A 437 Advanced Synoptic Meteorology and Climatology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-A 339, EAS-A 340, GEOG-G 304, GEOG-G 339, GEOL-G 339, or GEOL-G 340; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Analysis and prediction of synoptic scale weather systems, emphasizing the mid-latitudes. Other topics include severe weather and atmospheric/oceanic teleconnections.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-A 437, GEOG-G 433, or GEOL-G 437.
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  EAS-A 476 Climate Change Science
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: At least two college-level physical science courses or other experience reading and interpreting scientific data
  Description
  Evidence for and theories of climate change over a range of time scales. Sources of natural climate forcing are presented, historical evolution of climate change is quantified, and model tools and climate projections are presented along with analyses of climate change impacts.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-A 476, GEOG-G 475, or GEOL-G 476.
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  EAS-E 225 Earth Materials
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  This course sequentially considers minerals, rocks, sediments, and soils; the materials that comprise the solid earth. The distribution and environmental significance of these materials are studied, as are their chemical and physical interactions with groundwater and plants. Three 50-minute lectures and one 2-hour laboratory per week. Laboratory attendance is required.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 221, EAS-E 225, GEOL-G 221, or GEOL-G 225 .
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  EAS-E 226 Earth Processes
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to the processes that shape our planet, the composition and structure of Earth, and the erosion and deposition of sediments at the surface. Study of processes ranging from forces driving plate motion, fluid flow in and on the earth, crustal deformation and mountain building, erosion of source terrain, the transport system, and the depositional record.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226.
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  EAS-E 227 Earth Climate and History
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Earth's climate is linked to geological processes and life on our planet. Covers climate systems in the context of changes in continents, atmospheric composition, and life on land and in the oceans. Focuses on interactions between humans and climate and how climate and its variability are tied to Earth systems.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 227 or GEOL-G 227.
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  EAS-E 316 Mineral Fuels and Materials
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225
  Description
  Origin of petroleum, coal, industrial minerals, and ore deposits; reserves, resources, and future needs; history, economic, and environmental considerations; national minerals policy; and international aspects of energy and raw materials distribution.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 316 or GEOL-G 316.
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  EAS-E 333 Sedimentation and Tectonics
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  One of EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225; and one of EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226
  Description
  Integrative treatment of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology. Examines links between tectonic deformation processes and the resulting sediment that forms the stratigraphic rock record. Description of sedimentary rocks, from basic features at the bed-scale to scales of sedimentary basins. Learning and applying the facies concept and using stratigraphic principles to correlate facies across sedimentary basins.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 333, EAS-E 334, GEOL-G 333, or GEOL-G 334.
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  EAS-E 334 Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
  
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  EAS-E 222 or GEOL-G 222
  Description
  Processes and factors influencing genesis of sedimentary particles and their deposition. Interpretation of depositional environments. Sedimentary facies and interpretation of stratigraphic record from outcrop, core sequence, and remote sensing.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 334 or GEOL-G 334.
  
  EAS-E 351 Elements of Hydrology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119; and PHYS-P 110; or consent of instructor.
  Description
  An intensive survey of Earth\'s water resources, focusing on the first principles that govern surface water and groundwater and the techniques used in the field for hydrology.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 351 or GEOL-G 351.
  
  EAS-E 411 Invertebrate Paleontology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One course from the General Education Natural and Mathematical Sciences course list
  Description
  Structure, classification, habitats, and geological history and significance of the invertebrate phyla. Laboratory study of fossils.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 411 or GEOL-G 411.
  EAS-E 412 Introduction to Vertebrate Paleontology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One course from the General Education Natural and Mathematical Sciences course list
  Description
  Fossil record, comparative morphology, phylogeny, biogeography, and paleoecology of the major vertebrate groups. Functional modifications of the vertebrate skeleton for existence in various aquatic and terrestrial environments. Laboratory study of recent and fossil osteological specimens. Field trip to a museum with a major vertebrate paleontology collection.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 412 and GEOL-G 412.
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  EAS-E 415 Principles of Geomorphology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226
  Description
  Covers how and why topography develops across a range of Earth environments. Explores how major earth systems, such as tectonics and climate, influence erosion, sediment transport, and topography, as well as the importance of geomorphology to societal needs ranging from natural hazards to landscape management and restoration.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 415 or GEOL-G 415.
  
  EAS-E 423 Methods in Applied Geophysics
  
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221 or PHYS-P 221
  Description
  Fundamentals and application of geophysics to geologic problems; emphasis on geophysical exploration. Occasional laboratory demonstrations or problems and field work.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 423 and GEOL-G 423.
  
  EAS-E 435 Glacial and Quaternary Geology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-E 111 or GEOL-G 111; and one of EAS-E 334, EAS-E 415, GEOL-G 334, or GEOL-G 415; or consent of instructor
  Description
  The Quaternary Period is examined with a focus upon the last glaciation with specific reference to Northwest Indiana. Topics include glacier processes, glacial sediments, glacial landforms and landform assemblages, specific glacial lake processes, sediments and drainage events, dating methods, soil mechanics and environmental applications. Field trips are mandatory.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 435 or GEOL-G 435.
  
  EAS-E 444 Methods in Analytical Geochemistry
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 103, CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  An overview of basic collection and preparation of water, soil, and geologic materials for analysis by analytical geochemistry techniques for environmental and exploration geology, and geochemistry applications. Techniques include Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Atomic Spectrometry Absorption (AAS) by flame and graphite furnace, X-ray fluorescence, and Leco carbon and sulfur concentration determinations.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 444 or GEOL-G 444.
  
  EAS-E 451 Principles of Hydrogeology
  
  Credits
  2–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211
  Description
  Physical and chemical properties of water; chemical equilibria and stable isotopes in groundwaters; acid drainage, landfills, and agricultural pollution; Darcy's Law, fluid potential, unsaturated flow; fluid and aquifer properties affecting groundwater flow; fluid mass-balance equation and its application; contaminant transport.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 451 and GEOL-G 451.
  
  EAS-E 488 Paleoclimatology: A Geological Record of Earth's Climate History
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  EAS-E 227; or at least 3 EAS-prefixed courses at the 200-level or higher
  Description
  Examines how Earth's climate has varied over geological time based on evidence from rock records. Explores varied approaches to reconstruction of past climates based on evidence contained in the records from sedimentary sequences and fossil occurrences, complemented by insights provided by geochemical data.
  
  EAS-X 420 Regional Geology Field Trip
  
  Credits
  1–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Any EAS-E course at the 300-399 level
  Description
  Field investigation of selected regions of North America for study of mineralogic, lithologic, stratigraphic, structural, paleontologic, geomorphologic, or other geological relationships. Six to 15 days in the field.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours in EAS-X 420, GEOL-G 420, and GEOL-X 420.
  GEOG-G 304 Physical Meteorology and Climatology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Provides an introduction to the physical basis of Earth\'s atmosphere and climate system from global to local scales, emphasizing physical processes and properties. Analyzes surface energy and water balances in varied landscapes. Covers issues related to climate change.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of GEOG-G 304, EAS-A 340, or GEOL-G 340.
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  GEOG-G 307 Biogeography: The Distribution of Life
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  A survey of the present and past distributions of the world's plants and animals, emphasizing ecological explanation of species distributions. Topics include evolution and distribution of major plant and animal groups, world vegetation, plant and animal domestication, introduction of plant and animal pests, destruction of natural communities, and extinction.
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  GEOG-G 336 Environmental Remote Sensing
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Principles of remote sensing of the earth and its atmosphere, emphasizing satellite data in visible, infrared, and microwave portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Emphasis on practical applications and digital image analysis.
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  GEOG-G 338 Geographic Information Systems
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Overview of the principles and practices of geographic information systems (GIS). The course will deal with issues of spatial data models, database design, introductory and intermediate GIS operations, and case studies of real-world GIS applications. Laboratory exercises will provide significant hands-on experience. Lecture and laboratory.
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  SPEA-E 418 VECTOR-BASED GIS
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  GEOG-G 341 Ecological Restoration: Science, Politics, and Ethics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Can humans restore ecosystems and undo the environmental harm they have caused? To what state/extent should ecosystems be restored? What drives the ecological restoration movement? Investigates the deeply interconnected history, philosophy, ecology, geomorphology, and political economy of restoration through readings, discussions, and fieldwork.
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  GEOG-G 405 Ecological Climatology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Surveys the relationship between climate and vegetation and explores the consequences of human impacts. Examines the role of climate on vegetation patterns, agricultural crops, and select ecosystems and in turn, the influence of vegetation on climate.
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  GEOG-G 438 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  GEOG-G 338 or consent of instructor
  Description
  Covers intermediate and advanced theory in geographic information science and spatial analysis using GIS software. Provides an in-depth look into this rapidly developing field and teaches the skills needed to construct, manage, and analyze data and models.
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  GEOG-G 444 Climate Change Impacts
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Increasing concentrations of greenhouse gases are causing climate to change at an unprecedented rate. This course will explain how and why anthropogenic activity is causing climate to change, how this impacts society and options for adaptation and mitigation, plus the potential to reduce climate change through geoengineering.
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  GEOG-G 451 Physical Hydrology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to hydrological processes occurring at multiple spatial and temporal scales. Principles of water resources such as infiltration, runoff, surface- and groundwater flow will be explored. Topics covered also include the environmental, economic, and social implications of floods, droughts, dams, and water usage as well as current and future issues in water quality, water pollution, and water-resource regulation.
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  GEOG-G 452 Tree-Ring Science
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Examines the science of dendrochronology. Developing a scientific understanding of the information recorded by trees is essential to our quest to better understand natural and human processes.
  
  GEOG-G 485 Geospatial Programming
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: GEOG-G 336 and GEOG-G 338
  Description
  Introduces both JavaScript and Python programming languages in conjunction with the Google Earth Engine and ArcGIS for geospatial analysis. Provides hands-on programming experience to independently solve problems in Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sending (RS) analysis, including machine learning.
  GEOG-G 488 Applied Spatial Statistics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  6 credit hours of geography or consent of instructor
  Description
  Extension of traditional statistical analysis to spatial data. Spatial means and spatial variances, the examination of differences in samples over space, spatial autocorrelation, nearest neighbor analysis, map comparison techniques. Emphasis is on practical applications.
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  GEOG-G 489 Geospatial Analysis of Big Data in Python
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduces the Python programming language and the Python skills needed to perform complex geospatial data analysis and data visualization with large spatiotemporal datasets (e.g. modeling, remote sensing, or GIS data).
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  PHYS-P 310 Environmental Physics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221; and MATH-M 211; or consent of instructor
  Description
  For biological and physical science majors. Relationship of physics to current environmental problems. Energy production, comparison of sources and byproducts; nature of and possible solutions to problems of noise, particulate matter in atmosphere.
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  PHYS-P 317 Signals and Information Processing in Living Systems
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222; and MATH-M 120 or MATH-M 211.
  Description
  Introduction to quantitative methods for life sciences, emphasizing how living systems process information. Topics include noise in sensory signals; consequences for sensory processing; uncertainty and decision making; neural networks, excitable waves in neurons and muscle; stability/instability; models of development and morphogenesis. Open to students in the physical or life sciences.
  
  SPEA-E 260 INTRODUCTION TO WATER RESOURCES
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 332 INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED ECOLOGY
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 355 INTRODUCTION TO LIMNOLOGY
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 375 TECHNIQUES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 400 TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
  
  Credits
  1–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 401 HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND ENERGY CONSUMPTION
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 410 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 411 INTRODUCTION TO GROUNDWATER HYDROLOGY
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 426 APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 431 WATER SUPPLY AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 440 WETLANDS ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
  
  Credits
  4–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 442 HABITAT ANALYSIS-TERRESTRIAL
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 443 HABITAT ANALYSIS-AQUATIC
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 451 AIR POLLUTION AND CONTROL
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 452 SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 455 LIMNOLOGY
  
  Credits
  4–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 456 LAKE AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 457 INTRODUCTION TO CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 460 FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 461 FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT LABORATORY
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 464 ORGANIC POLLUTANTS: ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY AND FATE
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  BIOL-X 490 Individual Study
  
  Credits
  1–12 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Overall GPA 2.500 or above; and written consent of faculty member supervising research
  Notes
  Must present oral report to complete more than 6 credit hours
  Description
  Involves active, original research, primarily in a laboratory setting, with direction and feedback from a faculty mentor. Includes a formal presentation of the research project.
  Repeatability
  Maximum of 6 credits allowed for summer research. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours in BIOL-L 490 and BIOL-X 490.
  
  EAS-X 498 Undergraduate Research in Geology
  
  Credits
  1–6 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Junior standing and consent of advisor
  Description
  Field and laboratory research in selected problems in geology.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
  
  GEOG-X 490 Undergraduate Readings and Research in Geography
  
  Credits
  1–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Consent of instructor
  Description
  Individual readings and research in geography.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in GEOG-G 450 and GEOG-X 490.
  
  SPEA-E 490 DIRECTED RESEARCH IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  
  Credits
  1–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
Field Experience. One (1) of the following options:
- Single-Course Option. One (1) course:
  - EAS-X 329 Introductory Field Experience in Environmental Science
  - EAS-X 479 Geology, Hydrology and Geochemistry in the Rocky Mountains
  EAS-X 329 Introductory Field Experience in Environmental Science
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One college-level chemistry course; and EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225
  Description
  Introduction to field-based scientific investigations. Experience in various environmental geology standard methods in topics including environmental chemistry, geology, paleoclimate and hydrogeology. Field exercises will be carried out in half-day field excursions to regional localities.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-X 329, GEOL-G 329, or GEOL-X 329.
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  EAS-X 479 Geology, Hydrology and Geochemistry in the Rocky Mountains
  Credits
  6
  Prerequisites
  At least 22 credit hours of coursework in earth science or consent of instructor
  Description
  Surface and near-surface environmental processes are examined within the geologic setting of the IU Judson Mead Geologic Field Station. Components of the Willow Creek Demonstration Watershed are studied within the same general field areas to illustrate their interconnectedness. Includes trips in and around Yellowstone National Park and Butte, Montana.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-X 479, GEOL-G 433, or GEOL-X 479.
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- Two-Course Option. Two (2) courses:
  - EAS-X 420 Regional Geology Field Trip
  - GEOG-G 350 Field Methods in Physical Geography
  - GEOG-G 452 Tree-Ring Science
  - SPEA-E 375 TECHNIQUES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  - SPEA-E 400 TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
  - SPEA-E 422 URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT
  - SPEA-E 440 WETLANDS ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
  - SPEA-E 442 HABITAT ANALYSIS-TERRESTRIAL
  - SPEA-E 443 HABITAT ANALYSIS-AQUATIC
  - SPEA-E 455 LIMNOLOGY
  - SPEA-E 482 OVERSEAS TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
  EAS-X 420 Regional Geology Field Trip
  
  Credits
  1–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  Any EAS-E course at the 300-399 level
  Description
  Field investigation of selected regions of North America for study of mineralogic, lithologic, stratigraphic, structural, paleontologic, geomorphologic, or other geological relationships. Six to 15 days in the field.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours in EAS-X 420, GEOL-G 420, and GEOL-X 420.
  GEOG-G 350 Field Methods in Physical Geography
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Use of instrumentation for the measurement, analysis, and interpretation of field data concerning features and processes of the natural environment. Field and laboratory equipment will be used for research projects and environmental monitoring. Practical application of biogeographic, climatological, and hydrological principles.
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  GEOG-G 452 Tree-Ring Science
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Examines the science of dendrochronology. Developing a scientific understanding of the information recorded by trees is essential to our quest to better understand natural and human processes.
  
  SPEA-E 375 TECHNIQUES OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 400 TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
  
  Credits
  1–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 422 URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 440 WETLANDS ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
  
  Credits
  4–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 442 HABITAT ANALYSIS-TERRESTRIAL
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 443 HABITAT ANALYSIS-AQUATIC
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 455 LIMNOLOGY
  
  Credits
  4–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-E 482 OVERSEAS TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
  
  Credits
  0–15 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
Addenda Requirements*.
1. Calculus. One (1) of the following:
  - Calculus I. One (1) course:
    - MATH-M 211 Calculus I
    - MATH-S 211
    MATH-M 211 Calculus I
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus, and trigonometry as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 027
    Description
    Limits, continuity, derivatives, definite and indefinite integrals, applications.
    Repeatability
    A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
    
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  - Brief Survey of Calculus.
    1. Brief Survey of Calculus I. One (1) course:
      - MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
      - MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I when taken Summer 2024 or later
      MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
      Description
      Introduction to calculus. Primarily for students from business and the social sciences.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
      
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      MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
      Description
      Introduction to calculus. Variable topic course with emphasis on non-business topics and applications. The topic(s) will be listed in the Schedule of Classes each semester.
      Repeatability
      A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119.
      
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    2. Brief Survey of Calculus II. One (1) course:
      - MATH-M 120 Brief Survey of Calculus II
      MATH-M 120 Brief Survey of Calculus II
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      MATH-M 119 or MATH-V 119
      Description
      A continuation of MATH-M 119 covering topics in elementary differential equations, calculus of functions of several variables and infinite series. Intended for non-physical science students.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120 or MATH-M 212.
      
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2. Statistics. One (1) course:
  - EAS-E 314 Data Analysis for Earth Science
  - GEOG-G 488 Applied Spatial Statistics
  - SPEA-K 300 STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES
  - STAT-K 310 Statistical Techniques
  EAS-E 314 Data Analysis for Earth Science
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211
  Description
  Introduction to processing, visualizing, and interpreting data using scientific computing techniques used in Earth science fields. Includes univariate and multivariate statistics, time-series analysis, signal processing and filtering, spatial data analysis, and computational methods such as regression, Taylor series truncation, accumulating error, interpolation, differentiation, and integration.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of EAS-E 314 or GEOL-G 314.
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  GEOG-G 488 Applied Spatial Statistics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  6 credit hours of geography or consent of instructor
  Description
  Extension of traditional statistical analysis to spatial data. Spatial means and spatial variances, the examination of differences in samples over space, spatial autocorrelation, nearest neighbor analysis, map comparison techniques. Emphasis is on practical applications.
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  SPEA-K 300 STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  STAT-K 310 Statistical Techniques
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  MATH-M 119 or equivalent
  Description
  Introduction to probability and statistics. Elementary probability theory, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion. Concepts of statistical inference and decision: estimation, hypothesis testing, Bayesian inference, statistical decision theory. Special topics discussed may include regression and correlation, time series, analysis of variance, nonparametric methods.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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3. Computation. One (1) course:
  - BUS-K 201 THE COMPUTER IN BUSINESS
  - CSCI-A 110 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND COMPUTING
  - CSCI-A 321 COMPUTING TOOLS FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
  - GEOG-G 250 Computing in the Geospatial Sciences
  - SPEA-E 325 COMPUTING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS
  - SPEA-V 261 TECHNOLOGY IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS
  BUS-K 201 THE COMPUTER IN BUSINESS
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  CSCI-A 110 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND COMPUTING
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  CSCI-A 321 COMPUTING TOOLS FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
  
  Credits
  4–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  GEOG-G 250 Computing in the Geospatial Sciences
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  A first course in scientific computing that emphasizes practical applications in the geospatial and environmental sciences. Requires high-level programming using MATLAB for visualization, data analysis, and modeling. Teaches problem solving through analysis and interpretation of a wide range of environmental and geographic data.
  
  SPEA-E 325 COMPUTING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS
  
  Credits
  1–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-V 261 TECHNOLOGY IN PUBLIC AFFAIRS
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
4. BSES Foundations: Chemistry.
  1. Fundamentals of Chemistry Lecture. One (1) course:
    - CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
    - CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
    - CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
    CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    (CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121) or CHEM-C 103 or (chemistry placement examinations and consent of the department)
    Description
    Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of the following: CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117.
    
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    CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    Chemistry placement examination; and consent of department
    Description
    An honors course for students with unusual aptitude or preparation. Covers basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-H 117.
    
    CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    Chemistry placement examination; and consent of the department
    Description
    A course for well-prepared science majors. Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  2. Fundamentals of Chemistry Lab. One (1) course:
    - CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
    - CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
    - CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
    CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117.
    Description
    Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-C 117. Chemical bonding (atomic structure, molecular structure, molecular orbital theory, and non-covalent interactions), macroscopic properties (energy, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics). Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, especially organic chemistry.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
    
    CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    P or C: CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117
    Description
    Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-J 117 and CHEM-H 117. Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, including course-based undergraduate research project.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150
    
    CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-J 117 with a grade of C- or higher
    Description
    First in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
  3. Organic Chemistry Lecture. One (1) course:
    - CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
    - CHEM-R 340 Survey of Organic Chemistry
    - CHEM-S 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
    CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
    Description
    Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
    
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    CHEM-R 340 Survey of Organic Chemistry
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117 or consent of instructor
    Description
    A survey of classes, structure, and reactivity of carbon-based compounds with an emphasis on those found in biological systems.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-S 342.
    CHEM-S 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    Grade of B+ or higher in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; or consent of instructor
    Description
    For students with unusually good aptitude or preparation. Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
    
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  4. Chemistry Elective. One (1) course:
    - CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
    - CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
    - CHEM-S 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
    - EAS-E 444 Methods in Analytical Geochemistry
    - SPEA-E 464 ORGANIC POLLUTANTS: ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY AND FATE
    CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    (CHEM-C 341 or CHEM-R 340 or CHEM-S 341) and (MATH-M 119 or MATH-V 119 or MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211)
    Description
    Theory and application of analytical techniques, including statistical treatment of data, spectroscopy, separation methods, electroanalytical methods, radioisotopes, and immunological methods.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314 or CHEM-C 318.
    CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341 with a grade of C- or higher
    Description
    Syntheses and reactions of polyfunctional compounds, natural and industrial products.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
    
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    CHEM-S 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-S 341
    Description
    Special course for students with unusually good aptitude or preparation, covering same subject matter as CHEM-C 342.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
    
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    EAS-E 444 Methods in Analytical Geochemistry
    
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-C 103, CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
    Description
    An overview of basic collection and preparation of water, soil, and geologic materials for analysis by analytical geochemistry techniques for environmental and exploration geology, and geochemistry applications. Techniques include Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Atomic Spectrometry Absorption (AAS) by flame and graphite furnace, X-ray fluorescence, and Leco carbon and sulfur concentration determinations.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of EAS-E 444 or GEOL-G 444.
    
    SPEA-E 464 ORGANIC POLLUTANTS: ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY AND FATE
    
    Credits
    3–3 credit hours
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    None
5. BSES Foundations: Physics. One (1) course:
  - PHYS-P 201 General Physics I
  - PHYS-P 221 Physics I
  - PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
  PHYS-P 201 General Physics I
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: Mastery of high school trigonometry; or MATH-M 026
  Description
  Newtonian mechanics, wave motion, heat, and thermodynamics. Application of physical principles to related scientific disciplines, especially life sciences. Intended for students preparing for careers in the life sciences and the health professions. Three lectures, one discussion section, and one two-hour laboratory period each week.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
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  PHYS-P 221 Physics I
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  None
  Corequisites
  MATH-M 211 or consent of instructor
  Notes
  First semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors. Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 221 in the fall semester of the freshman year
  Description
  Newtonian mechanics, oscillations and waves, heat and thermodynamics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
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  PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  Consent of department
  Notes
  P or C: MATH-M 211 or equivalent
  Description
  First semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of P221 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
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6. BSES Foundations: Biology.
  1. Evolution and Diversity. One (1) course:
    - BIOL-E 111 Basic Biology by Examination I
    - BIOL-L 111 Foundations of Biology: Diversity, Evolution, and Ecology
    BIOL-E 111 Basic Biology by Examination I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Credit by examination for demonstrating an understanding of basic facts and concepts of the lecture content of BIOL-L 111.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of BIOL-E 111 or BIOL-L 111.
    
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    BIOL-L 111 Foundations of Biology: Diversity, Evolution, and Ecology
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    For biology and other science majors. Preference will be given to freshmen and sophomores
    Description
    Focus is on the processes of evolution leading to organismal diversity and adaptation, as well as basic ecological concepts.
    Repeatability
    Credit not given for both BIOL-E 111 and BIOL-L 111.
    
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  2. Biological Mechanisms. One (1) course:
    - BIOL-E 112 Basic Biology by Examination II
    - BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
    BIOL-E 112 Basic Biology by Examination II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Credit by examination for demonstrating an understanding of basic facts and concepts of the lecture content of BIOL-L 112.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of the following: BIOL-E 112, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, or BIOL-Q 201.
    
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    BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-S 117
    Description
    Integrated picture of manner in which organisms at diverse levels of organization meet problems in maintaining and propagating life.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of BIOL-E 112, BIOL-H 111, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, BIOL-Q 201.
    
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7. BSES Foundations: Writing. One (1) course:
  - ENG-W 231 Professional Writing Skills
  - ENG-W 240 Community Service Writing
  - ENG-W 270 Argumentative Writing
  ENG-W 231 Professional Writing Skills
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Completion of the English composition requirement
  Description
  Designed to develop research and writing skills requisite for most academic and professional activities. Emphasis on methods of research, organization, and writing techniques useful in preparing reviews, critical bibliographies, research and technical reports, proposals, and papers.
  
  ENG-W 240 Community Service Writing
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Completion of the English composition requirement
  Description
  Integrates service with learning to develop research and writing skills requisite for most academic and professional activities. Students volunteer at a community service agency, write an assignment for public use by the agency, and perform coursework culminating in a research paper on a related social issue.
  
  ENG-W 270 Argumentative Writing
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Completion of the English composition requirement
  Description
  Offers instruction and practice in writing argumentative essays about complicated and controversial issues. Focuses on strategies for identifying issues, assessing claims, locating evidence, deciding on a position, and writing papers with clear assertions and convincing arguments.
8. BSES Foundations: Oral Communication. Three (3) credit hours:
  - COLL-P 155 Public Oral Communication
  - SPEA-V 435 NEGOTIATION AND ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
  - SPEA-V 481 GRANT WRITING FOR PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
  COLL-P 155 Public Oral Communication
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Prepares students in the liberal arts to communicate effectively with public audiences. Emphasizes oral communication as practiced in public contexts: how to advance reasoned claims in public; how to adapt public oral presentations to particular audiences; how to listen to, interpret, and evaluate public discourse; and how to formulate a clear response.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of COLL-P 155, ENG-R 130, CMCL-C 121, or CMCL-C 130.
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  SPEA-V 435 NEGOTIATION AND ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
  
  SPEA-V 481 GRANT WRITING FOR PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
1. Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
2. Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
3. Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
4. Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.

Notes

* Courses used to fulfill addenda requirements require a grade of C- or higher and do not count toward the Major GPA or Major Hours.

Major Area Courses

Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:

Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception

This program of study cannot be combined with the following:

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ENVSUSTBA)
Minor in Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ENSUSTMIN)
Minor in Environmental Science (ENVSCIMIN)
Minor in Water Resources Science, Policy, and Management (WRPMGTMIN)

Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Requirements

Major hours and GPA

Major Area Courses