Degrees
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION
Associate in Science Degree
Science Career Plan
Degree Information
The "Science" Career Plan is designed for students who desire more thorough coursework in biology and environmental science and who intend to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the work force as a field or laboratory technician.
Recommended Course of Study
First Semester
College Writing*
Pre-Calculus*
General Biology I (4 credits)
Global Ecology or Environmental Science
Macroeconomics
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Second Semester
Introduction to Literature
Introduction to Public Administration
General Biology II (4 credits)
Introduction to Computer Applications
or Computer Apps II
Introduction to Environmental Studies
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Third Semester
Effective Speaking
Environmental Quality
Introduction to Psychology*
Global History Elective
Applied Ethics*
Self-Dev. (1 credit)
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Fourth Semester
Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (4 credits) or Co-Op
Environmental Law & Policy
Principles of Management
Social Problems
Self-Dev. (1 credit)
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*Developmental courses may be required as prerequisites
Courses listed in blue are described below. Other course descriptions are listed with Core Requirements
Course Descriptions
BIO 120 (Formerly BI 121)- General Biology I
This introduction to biology course deals with cell structure and physiology, cellular organization into tissues, organs, systems and organisms; fundamental characteristics of living things, and the anatomy and physiology of vertebrates, with an emphasis on man. Three hours lecture and three hours of laboratory per week (4 Credits). Click here to view BIO 120 course objectives.
BIO 125 (Formerly BI 128) - General Biology II
This course is a follow-up to General Biology I and introduces the basic principles of heredity and evolution. Also included in the course is a survey of the five kingdoms of living things, with an emphasis on plants, and a study of basic ecological principles. Three hours lecture and three hours of laboratory per week (4 Credits). Prerequisite: BIO 120 Click here to view BIO 125 course objectives
BIO 225 (Formerly BI 222) – Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
This course is an introduction to the principles of ecology and evolution, emphasizing the interrelationships between organisms and their environment. Topics include the historical development of evolutionary theory, the role of genetics, history of life on earth, and physiological, population, community, and ecosystem ecology. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week (4 Credits). Prerequisites: BIO 120 and BIO 125. Click here to view BIO 225 course objectives.
ESC 125 (Formerly ES 102) - Environmental Science
This course provides an overview of current environmental issues from a local and global perspective. Students will develop an understanding of the nature and impact humans have made on ecosystems using an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Topics include matter and energy in the environment, population growth, energy sources, air and water pollution, and environmental policy (3 Credits). Offered in the Fall Semester of even-numbered years. Click here to view ESC 125 course objectives .
ESC 115 (Formerly ES 111) - Environmental Quality
This interdisciplinary course will allow students to assess the quality of local environments, particularly streams, and to determine the extent of pollution. Biological, chemical and hydrological attributes will be examined in the field and the laboratory. Two hours lecture and two hours of laboratory per week (3 Credits). Offered every Fall Semester. Click here to view ESC 115 course objectives
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