Environmental Science (B.S.): Environmental Policy & Advocacy concentration - J

The Environmental Policy & Advocacy concentration of the B.S. in Environmental Science is designed to create tomorrow’s leaders in the development of public policy and the management of natural resources. Through coursework, research and a recommended internship, students develop analytical skills and explore current topics in energy, ecology, climatology, water resources and more. Students graduate with a B.S. in Environmental Science with a concentration in Environmental Policy & Advocacy.

Learning Outcomes

The B.S. in Environmental Science concentrating in Environmental Analysis & Assessment seeks to produce graduates who can:

Critically read, evaluate and synthesize information from relevant geological, biological and chemical literature related to environmental problems.
Work individually and with others, to identify and evaluate environmental problems.
Apply appropriate tools, analytical equipment and concepts from mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology and biology, including the use of computer software, to evaluate environmental problems.
Observe and measure, in the field and laboratory, the organic, inorganic and physical aspects of environmental problems while applying the methods of science.
Design a research project to test hypotheses and draw conclusions based on science knowledge.
Articulate in oral, written and graphical form assessments of environmental problems.

Environmental Science Programs at NVU-Johnson

Environmental science is an interdisciplinary field that provides an integrative and quantitative approach to the exploration of the biological, physical and societal aspects that govern the natural environment. The science faculty conduct research and provide instruction in ecology, meteorology, biology, chemistry, physics and geoscience. Lectures, laboratory work, fieldwork, internships and faculty-mentored student research prepare students for careers in private businesses, nonprofit organizations and government as well as graduate study. The fundamentals of science frame discussions of public policy and social action. All students are strongly encouraged to complete an internship in their area of interest. Graduates who successfully complete the required education courses for secondary licensure in addition to degree requirements become candidates for a license to teach science in grades 7-12.

Students in this major must complete the Environmental Sciences Core Curriculum as well as the requirements for one of the two concentrations: Environmental Analysis & Assessment or Environmental Policy & Advocacy.

Environmental Science Core Courses (NVU-J) (29 credits)

BIO 1211 - Introduction to Biology: Ecology and Evolution Credit(s): 4
BIO 1212 - Introduction to Biology: Cells and Genetic Basis Credit(s): 4
BIO 2340 - Fundamentals of Ecology Credit(s): 4
CHE 1031 - General Chemistry I Credit(s): 4
CHE 1032 - General Chemistry II Credit(s): 4
ENV 1050 - Introduction to Earth Science Credit(s): 4
ENV 1110 - Introduction to Environmental Problems Credit(s): 3
ENV 2210 - Current Topics in Science Credit(s): 1 (1 of 2)
ENV 2210 - Current Topics in Science
Credit(s): 1 (2 of 2)

Environmental Policy & Advocacy Concentration

Required Concentration Courses (23 credits)

ECO 2060 - Survey of Economics Credit(s): 4
ENV 3030 - Water Resources Credit(s): 3
ENV 3040 - Energy & Mineral Resources Credit(s): 3
ENV 3250 - Meteorology & Climatology Credit(s): 4
ENV 4730 - Senior Seminar Credit(s): 3 OR
ENV 4720 - Senior Thesis Credit(s): 3
POS 1020 - American Politics and Government Credit(s): 3 OR
POS 1010 - Introduction to Political Science Credit(s): 3
POS 3050 - Environmental Ethics & Politics Credit(s): 3

Electives (6-8 credits):

(Choose two courses)

ENV 2910 - Independent Study in Environmental Science Credit(s): 1-12 (Credit(s): 3) OR
ENV 4910 - Independent Study in Environmental Science Credit(s): 1-12 (Credit(s): 3)
ENV 3010 - Land Use Planning Credit(s): 3
ENV 3020 - Environmental Law Credit(s): 3
ENV 3130 - Environmental Geology Credit(s): 4
ENV 3150 - Toxic & Solid Waste Management Credit(s): 3
ENV 3230 - National Parks & Wilderness Management Credit(s): 3
ENV 3260 - Global Climate Change Credit(s): 3
ENV 3310 - Applications in GIS Credit(s): 4
ENV 3400 - Advanced GIS: Spatial Modeling Credit(s): 4
ENV 4810 - Internship in Environmental Science Credit(s): 1-12 (Credit(s): 3)
GEY 3120 - Field Geology Credit(s): 4

Total: 58-60 credits

Secondary Teaching License in Science

Students pursuing licensure endorsement to teach science in grades 7-12 must successfully complete one of the approved majors for this endorsement (the Biology: Field Naturalist (B.A.) - J , Biology (B.S.): Pre-Medical concentration - J , Health Sciences (B.S.): Pre-Physical Therapy concentration - J , Environmental Science (B.S.): Environmental Analysis & Assessment concentration - J , or Environmental Science (B.S.): Environmental Policy & Advocacy concentration - J ), as well as specific teacher-education coursework and requirements. Please refer to the Secondary Teacher License Endorsement - J section for details.

Important:

In order to earn a degree, you must successfully complete all requirements for your major as listed here AND meet all other Degree Requirements , including the General Education Core Curriculum and NVU Graduation Standards .

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