Environmental Science - Salish Kootenai College

Environmental Science from Salish Kootenai College is a Campus Associate Enviroment degree that prepares you for a Science career. Program Description The Environmental Sciences Program exists in response to the increased needs by tribes and students for training in environmental research, management, recovery, and protection while recognizing the cultural importance of natural resources. This interdisciplinary program is unique in its combination of technological and scientifi c study with Native American culture and other socio-political systems. Most students will specialize in one of the two options: Terrestrial Resources Management or Aquatic Resources Management. The Terrestrial Resources Management option emphasizes conservation and sustainable use of wildlife, plant communities, and wildlands. The Aquatic Resources Management option emphasizes restoration and management of aquatic and riparian ecosystems through study of the biological, chemical and physical components of watersheds. Students who are considering careers in environmental policy, environmental education, or environmental law may prefer to take electives from both areas and receive a general Environmental Science degree . Students may not, however ?double-major? in both options. Degree Objectives Upon completion of the Associate of Science degree in Environmental Sciences, students will: Explain the presence and distribution of natural resources based on a basic understanding of biological and physical sciences . Demonstrate basic technical skills required in environmental measurement and monitoring. Recognize a resource management problem and design a study using appropriate field and data analysis techniques. Record and communicate information about natural resources on reservation lands. Use critical thinking methods in analyzing and responding to environmental and resource issues. View more details on Salish Kootenai College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Enviroment courses.