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2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Environmental Science, B.S.

Location(s): Main Campus


Major Code: (2342)

Bachelor of Science Learning Outcomes

The successful student is able to:

  • Explain, using appropriate terminology, the major concepts in environmental science including major environmental problems, their causes, consequences, and potential solutions.
  • Explain the fundamentals of scientific inquiry, interpret the results of scientific investigations, and draw reasonable conclusions from data.
  • Communicate scientific information in oral and written form.
  • Relate models, theories and concepts to real world phenomena.
  • Use standard scientific equipment appropriately and safely.
  • Explain, using appropriate terminology, the major environmental laws in the United States.
  • Function successfully in an environmental science internship.

Degree Requirements


General Education (must include): 39


Major Area required courses: 58-62


Select one Field Course:


Select one Environmental Health Course:


Select one Biology/Ecology Course:


Total major area hours: 58-62


Personal elective hours: 19-22


Total required hours for degree: 120


Note: To graduate, a grade of “C-” or better is required in all core and elective courses in the program.