ESC 113 — Environmental Geology
Examines the relationships between humans and the geological environment. Includes the study of use and abuse of natural resources such as water, minerals, and energy; an overview of natural hazards; an examination of urban geology and land management issues and the relationship between community status and land use; an analysis of pollution and waste disposal; and an introduction to climate change and global warming. Emphasis on issues and practices in the Chicagoland area. Knowledge of high school algebra is assumed. IAI P1 908L