ESS 0001 — Introduction to Environmental Sciences and Sustainability
Units: 3 Formerly known as INT 1 Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 Hours: 54 lecture A study of the natural world and how it is influenced by human activity. This course will introduce and analyze the scientific basis of major environmental issues and evaluate potential solutions within the context of diverse human cultures and societies. Topics include principles of physical and biological systems, biogeochemical cycles, global climate, natural laws, land, air and water resources, consumption and waste, pollution, toxicology, human population growth, and sustainability on a local, regional and global level. (C-ID ENVS 100) (CSU, UC)
Part of
- Biological Sciences - AS Degree
- Environmental Science for Transfer - AS-T Degree
- Environmental Sciences - AS Degree
- Environmental Studies - AA Degree
- Forest Science and Management - AS Degree
- Forest Science and Management - Certificate of Achievement
- Natural Science - AA or AS Degree
- Social and Behavioral Sciences - AA or AS Degree
- Social Justice Studies for Transfer - AA-T Degree
- UC Transfer Pathway (UCTP): Chemistry - AS-T Degree