Human and Natural Ecology Fall and spring. This course introduces the study of the relationship between humans and the natural environment. Topics include general ecology, resources, pollution, biodiversity, global change and aspects of health, economics, ethics and law as related to environmental studies. Global Earth Systems with Laboratory Fall, spring. A close look at the Earth's climate system - how it works today, how it has changed in the past and how it might change in the future.
Special emphasis is on the greenhouse effect and evidence of previous climate change.
This course is an introduction to the concepts and methods of Environmental Studies. Students will be introduced to relevant theories from physical sciences, ecology, economics, political science and other fields related to environmental studies. Prerequisite ENVS 131. Fundamental methods in Environmental Studies. This course aims at enhancing students' learning process through inquiry, or discovery-based learning.