BIOL 13 — Environmental Science
This introductory course examines the earth as an ecosystem composed of biological, chemical, and physical processes, with an emphasis on human impacts. Topics will include the structure and function of ecological systems, air and water pollution, pesticide use, waste disposal, climate change, natural resource use, and environment laws. Students will gain an understanding of how humans influence natural environments while focusing on sustainable practices. Basic biological, chemical, physical, and geological processes will be introduced to better explain these topics throughout the course. Not open to students with credit in Biology 2.
Part of
- Biological Science, Associate in Science
- Biology for Transfer, Associate in Science
- Environmental Science for Transfer, Associate in Science
- Cal-GETC
- Liberal Arts & Sciences: Natural Sciences, Associate in Arts
- Pest Control Advisor, Certificate of Achievement
- Plant Protection Intern, Certificate of Achievement