Environmental Science Courses & Descriptions
ENVS& 100 Survey of Environmental Science • 5 CR
Previously ENVSC 204 Ecology & the Biosphere
Surveys components of ecosystems, including energy flow and the structure and dynamics of populations and communities. Students review the processes that affect natural environments, examine the impact of human activities on ecosystems, and discuss current environmental issues.
ENVS 207 Field & Laboratory Environmental Science • 6 CR
Previously ENVSC 207
Practices current scientific methods of investigation and analysis of a variety of environmental elements. Format includes approximately equal components of field experience and laboratory exercises. Fulfills laboratory science course requirement at BC.
ENVS 250 Puget Sound Ecology • 6 CR
Previously ENVSC 250
Explores the geological formation, physical characteristics, major biological/ecological components, and significant environmental issues of the Puget Sound region. Format includes labs, guest speakers, and field trips. Fulfills laboratory science course requirement at BC.
ENVS 280/281/282/283 Current Issues in Environmental Science • V1-3 CR
Previously ENVSC 280/281/282/283
Course allows students to explore, in detail, different areas of Environmental Science, discuss current issues, and helps prepare students for a career in Environmental Science. Prerequisite: ENVS& 100 (prev ENVSC 204) or equivalent recommended.
ENVS 294/295/296/297 Special Topics in Environmental Science • V1-10 CR
Previously ENVSC 294/295/296/297
Covers supplemental or unusual topics related to Environmental Science. Topics are announced in the quarterly class schedule.
ENVS 299 Individual Studies in Environmental Science • V1-5 CR
Previously ENVSC 299
Allows specialized, individual projects relating to environmental science. Prerequisite: ENVS& 100 (prev ENVSC 204) or concurrent enrollment in ENVS& 100 or permission of instructor.