Associate in Science Degree in Environmental Science
2020-2021 Map
Total Units: 91.5 - 108
Term 1
15.0 - 22.5 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| PSC-10: Environmental Science | 4 | ||
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Unit(s): 4.00
Introduction to Environmental Science introduces students to the scientific principles and problem solving techniques used to evaluate the effects of human activities on different ecosystems. Topics include the sustainability and stewardship of natural ecosystems, use of natural resources, environmental hazards such as air and water pollution, solid waste disposal, soils and food production, the atmosphere and climate change, as well as population and urbanization. Basic chemistry, physics and biology will be introduced throughout the course to explain and expand on these topics. The concepts will be reinforced with an integrated laboratory program. |
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| English Composition (Select One) | 3 - 4 | Recommended placement varies | |
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| Area F Choice (Select One) | 0.5 - 3 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.5 - 1.5 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: MATH-18 | 4 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: Math Competency (Select One) | 3 - 6 | Math Placement varies, may be satisfied by high school coursework | |
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Notes:
These programs match up major requirements with prerequisites for a similar majors at Humboldt State University (HSU)
Term 2
38 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| NR-28: Environmental Management | 3 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course is an introduction to the conservation and management of natural resources. Students will learn about the diverse agencies that manage our resources along with their history and philosophies. The major natural resources including water, air, energy, forests, wildlife, agriculture, and soils will be covered and students will learn about the environmental policy and laws that govern use of these resources. An emphasis is placed on the practical components of Environmental Science as it relates to social and economic aspects of conservation. |
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| Energy and Climate Option: ECON-35 | 3 | ||
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| Energy and Climate Option: CHEM-51 | 5 | ||
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| Energy and Climate Option: MATH-30 | 5 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: ECON-35 | 3 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: MATH-26 | 4 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: CHEM-51 | 5 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: AGS-50 | 4 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: NR-28 | 3 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: Area B Choice (Select One) | 3 | Department suggests ECON-35 | |
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Term 3
23.5 - 30.5 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| Area C Choice (Select One) | 3 - 4 | ||
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| Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity | 0.5 - 1.5 | ||
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| Multicultural Breadth Competency (Select One) | 3 - 8 | Not necessary if satisfied by Area B, C, or F choice. | |
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| Energy and Climate Option: PHY-21 | 4 | ||
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| Energy and Climate Option: BIOL-43 | 5 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: MATH-20 | 3 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: BIOL-41 | 5 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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Term 4
15.0 - 17.0 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Energy and Climate Option: PHYS-22 | 4 | ||
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| Energy and Climate Option: Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.5 - 1.5 | ||
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| Energy and Climate Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: BIOL-43 | 5 | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option: Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Environmental Policy Option:Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | Consider taking a CSU or IGETC General Education course. Visit www.assist.org to see CSU options. | ||
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| Ecological Restoration: BIOL-43 | 5 | ||
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| Ecological Restoration Option: Area F Choice: Kinesiology Activity (Select One) | 0.5 - 1.5 | ||
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