Program Info
Effective Term
Fall 2017
Year Established
2004
Program Code
ENVIRN.AS
Degree Type
Associate in Science
Program Description
Description
Emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of environmental problem-solving at the local, regional, and international levels. Students completing this program can transfer to bachelor programs in four broad areas: land resources, nature studies, resource and policy management, and urban service.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Conduct an experiment; analyze, interpret, and present results either individually or in a team setting.
- Describe the process of ecological succession.
- Recognize the components of an ecosystem and explain the relationships among them.
- Evaluate the process of biological evolution.
- Explain bio-geochemical cycles.
- Describe the major geologic processes that affect the Earth.
- Describe the scope of geologic time-scales.
- Use Geographic Information System (GIS) software to design clear and effective digital maps.
- Analyze experimental data using critical thinking skills.
- Show proficiency in the use of basic laboratory equipment and basic knowledge of safe lab procedures.
- Analyze climatic data and interpret it to describe the climate of an area.
- Interpret topographic maps.
- Write formal reports using a standard format.
- Prepare a spreadsheet that incorporates basic formulas and a variety of formatting.
- Analyze free market capitalism and outline its characteristics.
- Demonstrate how supply and demand determine prices in a market.
- Examine how public policy is developed and implemented.
Career Opportunities
Some occupations of bachelor-level environmental studies majors are:
- Teacher
- National park naturalist
- Resource policy planner
- Air quality analyst
- Regional land use planner
- Public health officer
- Public interest group director
General Education
See General Education Requirements for details.
Category 3: Mathematics
Complete any one course from the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) list.
Category 5: Humanities and Fine Arts
Complete any two, from different disciplines.
Credit Hours
10.00
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
Credit Hours: 25
Note
Students should consult the Environmental Studies advisor for a Recommended Course Sequence for your intended area of study.
Required Support Courses
Course name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
ENG-131: Introduction to College Writing | 3.00 |
English Composition or Communication: Complete one |
3.00 |
BEC-152: Principles of Microeconomics | 3.00 |
BIO-130: Evolution and Behavior | 4.00 |
GEOG-132: World Regional Geography | 3.00 |
Credit Hours: 16
Note
Complete additional 100-level, or higher, credits to complete this degree.
Elective Hours
6.00
Minimum Total Credit Hours
60.00