Environmental Science
Curriculum
Public and legislative concern for environmental quality and its protection has created a demand for college graduates trained in environmental science. The Environmental Science major at Lander University is an interdisciplinary program drawing on courses in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, physics, mathematics, computer science, political science, and economics designed to meet this demand. Graduates are qualified for careers with industry, governmental regulatory agencies, and environmental consulting firms as well as graduate study in environmental science or related fields.
Environmental Science major information can be found in the Lander University Catalog.
Also, the BS in Environmental Science worksheet page is found in the Lander University Catalog.
The major requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science are BIOL 111, BIOL 306, CHEM 111, CHEM 112, CHEM 221, CHEM 330, CIS 101 or higher, ES 301, ES 302, ES 310, ES 407 or 490, ES 415, GEOL 111 or PSCI 112, GEOL 405, PHYS 201 or 211, and PSCI 499. Also, two major electives from the following courses: BIOL 213, BIOL 310, BIOL 421, CHEM 222, CHEM 301, CHEM 331, ES 390, or ES 420.
Suggested Four-Year Environmental Science Program
It is the student's responsibility to be aware of the schedule of course offerings and to plan carefully so that all requirements for the degree can be completed in the desired time. Major courses are offered according to the following schedule.
| Every Fall | Every Spring |
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BIOL 111
BIOL 306
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CHEM 112 CHEM 222 CHEM 301
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Even Year Fall |
Odd Year Spring |
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ES 301 |
BIOL 310 ES 302 |
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Odd Year Fall |
Even Year Spring |
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ES 310 |
GEOL 405 |
Other specialized courses may be offered as needed, including ES 407 or 490.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE GOALS
The goal of the environmental science program is to train environmental scientists and to produce graduates who are prepared for post-baccalaureate pursuits including graduate or professional schools and employment in the discipline.
Students graduating with a BS degree in Enviromental Science will
1. understand the scientific basis (chemistry, biology, geology, basic environmental sciences) for environmental challenges and proposed solutions.
2. be able to use the scientific method and associated critical thinking skills to formulate questions, design experiments and interpret and evaluate data to answer them.
3. have developed writing and presentation skills appropriate for students and practitioners in the discipline of environmental science.
4. be able to develop and articulate well informed and reasoned views on environmental issues which include and understanding of the legal, ethical, social, political, and economic ramifications of environmental problems, policy, and decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE MINOR
A minor in Environmental Science is available and consists of BIOL 111, BIOL 306, CHEM 111, GEOL. 111 or PSCI 112, ES 301, and ES 302.
