Introduction to Environmental Science

Gain a comprehensive overview of the basic principles and unifying concepts of environmental science. Importance of maintaining biodiversity, human population growth and demography, and other related topics are discussed.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand civilization's impact on forests and grasslands
  • Analyze human population growth and environmental impact
  • Explore and appraise energy conservation methods
  • Learn about techniques of sustainable agriculture and water conservation
Introduction to Environmental Science

$79

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3 Credits

All courses include:

eTextbooks

2 to 3-day turnaround for grading

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On-demand tutoring & writing center

Student support 7 days a week

$79

Plus membership

3 Credits

All courses include:

eTextbooks

2 to 3-day turnaround for grading

Multiple chances to improve your grade

On-demand tutoring & writing center

Student support 7 days a week

Introduction to Environmental Science

$79

Plus membership

3 Credits

About This Course

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ACE Approved 2023

Introduction to Environmental Science provides you with a comprehensive overview of the basic principles and unifying concepts of environmental science. Various ecosystems are described and conservation efforts are evaluated throughout the course. Other topics you will learn about include the importance of maintaining biodiversity, human population growth and demography, and the environmental challenges of urbanization in developed and developing countries. Techniques of sustainable agriculture and water conservation are also discussed in this online Environmental Science course.

Course Outcomes

Assess the various methods used to understand natural phenomena and the human impact on it, and analyze the steps taken to protect the environment.

Explain chemical cycles with reference to exchange of energy in chemical reactions and natural selection and evolution, and assess the effect of changes in the cycles on organisms.

Differentiate between various ecosystems, explain the interdependency of organisms within an ecosystem, and how changes in the environment can affect ecosystems.

Evaluate the impact of civilization on forests and grasslands, and assess how conservation efforts are useful in preserving species and restoration of habitats.

Analyze the use of and factors determining population characteristics of a species, explain the reasons for maintaining biodiversity, and evaluate the reasons for extinction of species.

Analyze human population growth and demography, and assess its impact on the environment.

Analyze the problems of urbanization in developed and developing countries, and evaluate its implication on the environment.

Evaluate techniques of sustainable agriculture and the need for pest control, and explain how pesticides degrade the soil and therefore the environment.

Describe the hydrologic cycle, classify sources of water pollution, and analyze techniques for water conservation and management.

Analyze the impact of air pollution on the climate and on human beings, and evaluate measures to reduce pollution.

Assess the factors that determine energy consumption and use of fossil fuels, and evaluate its effect on global warming.

Explain various alternative sources of energy, compare them in terms of environmental issues, and appraise energy conservation methods.

Explain the concept of waste management and evaluate programs and policies to reduce the harmful effects of waste.

Analyze the various factors influencing the use of environmental resources, and evaluate important local, national, and international policies, laws, and programs that aim to protect the environment.

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Course Text

Prefer the hard copy? Simply purchase from your favorite textbook reseller; you will still get the eTextbook for free. The text is provided digitally as part of the course enrollment. Students may find used, new, or rental print copies by searching for the ISBN.

Environmental Science: A Study of Interrelationships

Enger, Eldon D., and Bradley F. Smith. Environmental Science: A Study of Interrelationships. 16th ed., McGraw-Hill Education, 2022

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