The Foundations of Environmental
Studies (ENVS-101)
In this course we explore the basics of
Environmental studies, such as the food chain, food webs, interrelation and symbiosis, various types of human impact, biogeochemical
cycles and their interrelation, and fossil fuels. We address each biome and the biodiversity therein. We introduce the concept
of sustainable development and discuss possible means of insuring it. The issue of overpopulations and effective solutions
is addressed. We also touch on alternative energy resources, as well as their practicalities and obstacles to their implementation.
We study the history and possible futures of ecology and conservation as well, including those who have been most influential
in promoting environmental awareness and reform.
This course is available both online and as a field course
Environmental Policy and Law
(ENVS-202)
In this course we discuss, compare and
contrast the regulations concerning the environment in America and other nations. We also explore the historical
and social contexts of these policies and laws. Finally, we discuss avenues through which each of our students and each citizen
of the world can pursue reform locally, nationally and internationally.
Environmental Disasters (ENVS-236)
This course covers a wide variety of both
natural and manmade environmental disasters. It also provides a brief overview of both proactive and reactive responses to
each of these disasters preparatory to Emergency Environmental Response.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Indigenous People and the Environment (ENVS 235) Here we explore the importance of indigenous people
and their culture, as well as the causes and effects of their displacement.
This course is available both online and as a field course
Introductory Forestry (FOR 101) Introductory forestry addresses the basic elements of a forest ecosystem,
several different types of forests, and their flora and fauna. It also deals with products forests provide, deforestation,
its causes and effects, and how to preserve the forest.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Politics and the Environment
(POL 302) This course addresses the political motives behind both the destruction and preservation of the environment. It
provides examples of different political environmental conflicts in various nations and globally. Finally, it discusses the
political process involved in environmental reform and the redress of environmental grievances.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
History and the Environment (HIS 302) Here we delve into environmental issues closely related to historical events,
and vice versa. We discuss the political, economic and social motives related to these events.
Introductory
Park Management (PKM 101) Introductory Park Management addresses
the history of parks as we know them, and how they have evolved over the centuries. It also deals with the different types
of parks and purposes of each. It discusses the structure and missions of the National Park Service in America.
Finally, it provides examples of important national parks both in America
and abroad.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Introduction to Freshwater Ecosystems (ENVS 138) Explores the basic ecology of rivers, streams, lakes, ponds and wetlands
preparatory to more specialized freshwater studies.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
The Fundamentals of Geology
(GEO 101) Explores the basic construction of the earth, plate tectonics and simple geological formations. Also discusses theories
on the earth’s formation and natural history. Explores rocks and minerals and their properties. Touches on mineral resources
and their environmental impact.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Geology and the Ring of Fire
(GEO 308) Explores the fascinating ring of volcanic islands around the Pacific Rim. Addresses their
tectonic, mineral and environmental properties, as well as their interrelation with local populations.
This
course is available both online and as a field course
Environmental Geology (GEO
302) Discusses the impact of plate tectonics, seismic and volcanic activity on the various populations. Explores the impact
of varying mineral concentrations on the environment, especially with regard to life-sustaining resources like air and water.
Finally, explores in detail the effect of mineral resource industries on the environment.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Mineral Resources and the Environment
(GEO 308) An in depth analysis of the mineral resources industries and their dire repercussions on the environment. Ongoing
interactive discussions on potential solutions for each problem are held.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Rainforest Ecology (ECO 201)
Deals with the interrelations in rainforest ecosystems and human impact thereupon. Explores solutions to issues and problems.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Reef Ecology (ECO 202) Addresses the components of coral reef ecosystems and threats to their preservation
in depth. Explores solutions to the above.
This course is available both online and as a field course
American Ecology (ECO 203) Explores the vast biodiversity and range of ecosystems found in America.
Addresses human impact both for good and for ill, as well as population management techniques within the respective ecosystems.
Finally, explores solutions to American ecological problems.
Australian Ecology (ECO 204) Explores the unique biodiversity and range of ecosystems found in Australia.
Addresses human impact both for good and for ill, as well as population management techniques within the respective ecosystems.
Finally, explores solutions to national ecological problems.
Indonesian Ecology (ECO 205) Explores the unique biodiversity and range of ecosystems found in Indonesia.
Addresses human impact both for good and for ill, as well as population management techniques within the respective ecosystems.
Focuses heavily on the impact of corrupt politics on the national environment and dwindling resources and populations. Finally,
explores solutions to national ecological problems.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Wetlands Ecology (ECO 306)
Delves into the unique and fragile biodiversity of the wetlands, as well as threats and solutions for the conservation of
these ecosystems.
This
course is available both online and as a field course
Riverine and Estuarine Ecology
(ECO 307) Delves into the unique and fragile biodiversity of the wetlands, as well as threats and solutions for the conservation
of these ecosystems.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Oceanography (OCE 101) Focuses
on a broad study of the oceans. Includes salinity, geological and living components of the oceans, and human impact on ocean
ecosystems.
This course is available both online and as a field course
Marine Biology (BIO 206) A
more detailed focus on the anatomy, interrelation, botanical and zoological properties of the living elements of marine ecosystems,
as well as their interrelation with the non-living elements. Explores special symbioses and adaptations peculiar to marine
species.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology (CHEM 102) Discusses various aspects of chemicals on the environment and some simple
environmental chemical formulae. Explores common chemical contaminants of air, water, soil and food, as well as food additives
and preservatives. Discusses the various routes by which chemicals can enter the human body.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
General Cultural Resources Management
(CTR 101) Discusses a wide variety of international cultural resources, as well as the need for and importance of preserving
cultural resources. Lists some threats to the preservation of cultural resources worldwide and ways to counter those threats.
This course is available both online and
as a field course
All other cultural resources classes address
the historical, religious and cultural resources of both migratory and indigenous peoples, as well as the importance of preserving
each respective to their individual countries. Discusses national parks in the country in question set aside for the preservation
of cultural resources, as well as privately owned and operated cultural resource preservation sites and foundations.
These courses is available both online
and as field courses
