NSU Catalog 2019-2020 
    
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NSU Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BIOL 431 - Environmental Science and Conservation


An in-depth coverage of the impact of human populations on the environment. Topics covered include: sustainability, habitat loss, biodiversity, ecosystem management, food and water availability, pollution, waste disposal, climate change, use of fossil fuels, and alternative energies. Current events related to global, national, or regional environmental issues will also be addressed. Field trips and class discussion are integral components of the course. Prerequisite: BIOL 153   Co-requisite: BIOL 431L   3 credits