• biology (BY)
• chemistry (CY)
• geography (GY)
• geology (GL)
• physics (PHS)

An overview of environmental science principles, environmental and health effects of pollutants, and a discussion of possible solutions that can be implemented to minimize or eliminate damage to Earth.

310. Environmental Laws and Regulations (3).

Prerequisite: ESC 300.

In-depth study of selected environmental regulations relating to hazardous substances and wastes, clean air and clean water, and origins in statutory law.

321. Environmental Systems (3).

Prerequisite: ESC 300.

An introduction to the engineering systems and equipment used to protect our air, water, and soils. This non-mathematical course is designed to prepare individuals from various disciplines to understand the selection, basic design, application, and effectiveness of environmental engineering systems.

330. Principles of Hazardous Materials Management (3).

Prerequisites: CY 105 and 106.

An introduction to the identification and management of hazardous materials encountered in the workplace, school, or home. This course will focus on management approaches, including education and training, engineering systems, task performance practices, administrative procedures, emergency response plan preparation, and first responder actions that can be used to minimize exposures and consequent health and environmental effects.

400. Environmental Regulations II (3).

Prerequisite: ESC 310.

In-depth study of selected environmental regulatory laws relating to hazardous substances and wastes, clean air and clean water, and origins in statutory law.

430. Health Effects of Hazardous Materials (3).

An introduction to the health effects of exposure to hazardous materials. This course is designed to fulfill the needs of individuals who may encounter hazardous materials in their home, work, or school. Topics include toxicology; chemistry of selected toxic compounds; routes of entry; physiological and pychological effects; effects on air, water, and soil; health effects of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation; household chemicals; and methods to reduce or minimize health effects due to exposures. Discussion of emergency first aid procedures will also be included. It is designed for students in environmental science, biology, chemistry, physics, law enforcement, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, pre-engineering, or nursing.

460. Quality Assurance/Quality Control (3).

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.

This course is designed to equip the student with a firm understanding of QA/QC techniques in the environmental field. This will be accomplished through the use of simple statistical methods and a study of the EPA requirements for sampling and analysis of environmental parameters.

480. Environmental Impact Statements (3).

Prerequisites: ESC 300, 310, 321, 330, and 400.

The National Environmental Policy requires that potential environmental impacts of proposed projects be evaluated and presented in the form of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This course reviews the EIS format and the collaborative procedures used to produce an EIS.