Environmental Science - Carroll University

Environmental Science from Carroll University is a Campus Bachelor Enviroment degree that prepares you for a Science career. The Bachelor of Science Environmental Science provides students with a comprehensive background in the physical and life sciences as well as applications in the social and management dimensions of environmental issues that are central to the quality of human life on earth as well as to the conservation and protection of the planet's natural resources. Key Elements of the Major Several required core courses that provide students not only with a broad introduction to the field of environmental science, but also with upper-level research or internship experiences in environmental analysis and assessment. Upon completion of the major students will: ? Recognize the interrelated biophysical components and processes (i.e., structure and function) of the natural environment. ? Understand how physical/chemical processes dynamically shape the earth's surface and how such phenomena are distributed globally. ? Correlate a broad understanding of environmental science with a specific/correlative understanding of related scientific fields. ? Cultivate a set of personal values and attitudes concerning the environment, which will then prepare oneself to actively address environmental problems and participate in their solutions. ? Understand how human activities and physical systems affect one another, and how to assess the impacts and implications of these interrelationships. ? Apply appropriate scientific methods and techniques to the acquisition, analysis,and evaluation of environmental data. ? Analyze environmental variables in measurable (quantitative/objective) and perceptual (qualitative/subjective) ways using modern equipment and instrumentation. ? Acquire and analyze environmental samples and variables in outdoor settings using field equipment and instrumentation. ? Utilize computers for acquiring, organizing, analyzing, and displaying valid environmental information and research results. ? Demonstrate competency in written and oral communication by preparing effective written reports and oral presentations for peer and professional audiences. ? Work cooperatively and purposefully with others in research and problem- solving situations. View more details on Carroll University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Enviroment courses.