BIO 67 Environmental Science

This course is an introduction to the multidisciplinary field of environmental science with respect to science, law/policy, and economics. The science component covers basic concepts of life, environments and natural resources, biodiversity, renewable and non-renewable resources, conservation, pollution and other environmental concerns. The law/policy and economic components introduce students to federal and state regulations, risk assessments social complications, and economic impacts. Field trips, guest lectures, and class debates will be incorporated. Lecture 3 hrs. GS-IIID