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Nov 26, 2024
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Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Environmental Science, Technology & Policy, B.S.
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The Environmental Science, Technology & Policy major is an applied environmental sciences major emphasizing:
- Strong preparation for careers and graduate study in a wide range of fields including environmental resource assessment and management, environmental consulting, science education and marine science
- A rigorous, interdisciplinary science foundation integrating biology, chemistry, physics and the earth sciences
- Hands-on experience with advanced technologies for collecting, analyzing, visualizing and communicating scientific data
- Active, field-oriented learning through frequent outdoor fieldtrips, field and laboratory experiments, community-based service projects and internships
- Real-world application of science and technology for the benefit of society
- An understanding of the social, economic and political processes that influence when and how scientific information can improve environmental decision making
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, including written, oral, and multimedia communication formats
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Required Courses
In order to graduate, you will also need to complete your General Education and university requirements . Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 or above and must earn a C- or above in each course that serves as a pre-requisite to a more advanced course.
Learning Outcomes
MLO 1: Quantitative and Communication Skills
ESTP graduates display and analyze data, use quantitative evidence to evaluate hypotheses and interpret environmental patterns and processes, and communicate their findings clearly in written and oral formats.
MLO 2: Professional Standards
ESTP graduates work professionally and ethically to promote inclusive environmental decision-making based on diverse stakeholder perspectives.
MLO 3: Environmental Science Knowledge
ESTP graduates demonstrate environmental science content knowledge appropriate for careers or graduate school.
MLO 4: Integration and Application
ESTP graduates synthesize and apply scientific knowledge and skills to inform environmental management decisions.
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