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Landscape Architecture:
| LAND 2210 |
The Common (Shared) Landscape of the USA: Rights, Responsibilities, and Values |
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2 credits |
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An introduction to the study of landscape architecture and related planning and design disciplines. Emphasis on understanding the political and social forces which influence development patterns in the United States. |
Linguistics:
| LING 1020 |
Language and Environment |
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3 credits |
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The birth, spread, and death of languages. A basic survey of the effects of geography, society, and politics on language families. |
Marine Sciences:
| MARN 1001 |
The Sea Around Us |
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3 Credits |
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History of ocean exploration, interaction between the oceans and the atmosphere, impact of technology on the marine environment, climate modification and exploitation of ocean resources. |
| MARN 1002 |
Introduction to Oceanography |
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3 Credits |
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Processes governing the geology, circulation, chemistry
and
biological productivity of the world’s oceans. Emphasis
is placed on the interactions and interrelationships between
physical, chemical, biological and geologic al processes
that contribute to both the stability and the variability
of the marine environment. |
| MARN 2002 |
Coastal Systems Science I |
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3 credits |
Req’s: MARN 1002 and two of: BIOL1070, 1080, CHEM1127, 1128, PHYS 1201, 1202, 1401, 1402, Open to Sophomores or higher |
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Biological, chemical, physical, and geological structure
and
function of coastal systems; a worldwide survey with emphasis
on important coastal habitats and processes. |
| MARN 3001 |
Coastal Systems Science II |
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3 credits |
Req’s: MARN1002 and two of: BIOL
1107, 1108, CHEM 1127Q, 1128Q, PHYS 1201Q, 1202Q, 1401Q, or 1402Q Open to Juniors or higher |
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Biological, chemical, physical and geological structure
and
function of coastal systems; a worldwide survey with emphasis
on important coastal habitats and processes. |
| MARN 3061 |
Environmental Fluid Dynamics |
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3 Credits
Req’s: PHYS 1202, 1402, 1602,
or 1502 and MATH 220, which may
be
taken concurrently
Open to Juniors or higher |
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Introduction to fluid gynamics with applications to coastal
waters, estuaries, rivers, lakes, and groundwater flows.
Topics includes waves, tide turbulence, mixing, drag, lift,
effects on organisms, and wind driven circulation. |
| MARN 3244 |
Coastal Ecology |
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3 Credits Open
to Juniors or higher
One
year of lab biology |
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A special introductory course providing students with
theoretical as well as practical knowledge of ecological
sampling techniques, estuarine productivity, and selected
continental shelf communities. Laboratory portion of this
course consists of a 5-day study cruise in coastal New England
waters. (Special registration and fee: contact Mystic Marinelife
Aquarium, Mystic CT 06355, 860-536-4208.) |
| MARN 4002 |
Science and the Coastal Environment |
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3 Credits Req’s:
MARN 2002, 3001, 4001; or
two of: MARN 4060, 4050, or 4030
Open
to Juniors or higher |
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Specific cases of multiple impacts on environmental
resources and coastal habitats. Current scientific understanding
as a basis for sociopolitical decision-making (e.g. land-use
impacts on coastal processes in relation to zoning regulation
and water-quality criteria.) |
| MARN 4010 |
Biological Oceanography |
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3 Credits Req’s:
MARN 4060 and 4030
Open
to Juniors or higher |
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An advanced course in biological processes in oceanic
and
coastal waters. Emphasis is on empirical and theoretical
concepts of marine ecosystem dynamics, primary and secondary
production and detrital cycling. |
| MARN 4030W |
Marine Biogeochemistry |
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3 credits |
Req’s: CHEM 1128Q; MATH 122Q or 1132Q; PHYS 1202Q; ENGL 1010, 1011, or 3800
Open to Juniors or higher |
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Composition, origin and solution chemistry of sea water.
Marine biogeochemical cycles of water, salt, carbon, nutrients,
gases and trace elements. Effects of ocean circulation,
biological cycles and crustal exchanges on the distribution
and transfer of substances in the marine environment. |
| MARN 3030 |
Coastal Pollution and Bioremediation |
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3 Credits Req’s:
BIOL 1107, 1108 and CHEM
1127Q, 1128Q
Open
to Juniors or higher |
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Overview of processes and compounds leading to pollution
in the nearshore marine environment. The impact of pollution
on the marine foodweb and its response is emphasized. Alleviation
of pollution through metabolism of organisms, including
bacteria, seagrasses, and salt marshes. |
Mathematics:
| MATH 1050Q |
Mathematical Modeling and the Environment |
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3 credits |
Recomended preparation:
MATH 1010, 1011 or equivalent
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An interdisciplinary approach to environmental issues, such as: ground water contamination, air pollution, and hazardous materials handling. Emphasis on mathematical models, social and ethical implications, and physical and chemical principles. Includes a spread sheet program for water and air pollution data; a computer modeling package to analyze hazardous materials emergencies; creative use of the internet and field research. |
Music:
| MUSI 1005 |
Music and Nature, Music and the Environment |
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3 credits |
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An exploration of how 1) musicians have drawn upon nature as a source of inspiration, and 2) music has been used, in the recent past and continuing today, to call attention to the dangers facing the environment. |
Natural Resources Management & Engineering:
| NRME 1000 |
Environmental Science |
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3 Credits |
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An introduction to basic concepts and areas of
environmental concern and how these problems can be effectively
addressed. Topics include human population; ecological principles;
conservation of biological resources; biodiversity; croplands,
rangelands, forestlands; soil and water conservation; pollution
and water management; and wildlife and fisheries conservation. |
| NRME 1615 |
Introduction to Natural Resources |
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3 Credits Open
to Freshmen &
Sophomores only |
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An introduction to the field of renewable resources.
Field
trips required. |
| NRME 1235 |
Environmental Conservation |
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3 Credits |
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Overview of conservation policy development from colonial
period to present and development of the environmental movement
in the U.S. Discussion of the context and complexity of
some contemporary environmental policy issues. |
| NRME 3105 |
Wetlands Biology and Conservation |
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3 Credits Recommended
prep:
BIOL 1107 or 1108
Open
to Juniors or higher |
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Principal wetland habitats of North America are surveyed,
and the relationship of wildlife association to biological
and physical features of wetlands is reviewed. Emphasis
is placed on issues relating to wetlands conservation and
management. |
| NRME 3205 |
Stream Ecology |
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3 Credits Req’s:
EEB 2244
Open to Juniors or higher |
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A broad overview of stream ecology will be presented.
Emphasis will be placed on the biota and the application
of ecosystem and community ecology to running water habitats.
Human influences on stream systems will also be discussed.
One or more field trips required. |
| NRME 3315 |
Introduction to Aquaculture |
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3 Credits Req’s:
BIOL 1107, 1108
Open
to Juniors or higher |
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Basic principles and practice of environmentally compatible
aquaculture. Emphasis on commercial aquaculture production
including concepts and principles of various re-circulation
systems, species, and culture techniques. Application of
biotechnology will also be covered. |
| NRME 3115 |
Air Pollution |
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3 Credits Req’s:
NRME 2415
Open
to Juniors or higher |
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The meteorology, effects and controls of air pollution. |
| NRME 3125 |
Watershed Hydrology |
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3 Credits
Open to sophomores
Recommended
prep: NRME2010 or
ENGR 150 |
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Fundamental hydrological processed, water balances,
precipitation analyses, infiltration, soil water, evapotranspiration,
open channel flow, discharge measurements, and analysis,
flow frequencies, ground water-surface water interactions,
run-off processes and prediction. Problem oriented course
requiring use of computer spreadsheets. |
| NRME 2415 |
Dendrology |
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3 Credits Recommended
prep:
BIOL 1108 or 1110
Open to sophomores or higher |
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The taxonomy, silvics, and distribution of trees and shrubs
of the United States with emphasis upon Northeastern species.
Field trips will be required. |
| NRME 2315 |
North American Wildlife |
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3 Credits Recommended
prep: BIOL 1107
Open to Sophomores or higher |
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An introduction to wildlife conservation programs and
resource values. The distribution, life history and status
of those birds and mammals whose populations humans are
attempting to preserve, reestablish, or to control are examined. |
| NRME 3335 |
Wildlife Management |
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3 Credits Req’s:
NRME2315; ENGL 1010,
1011,
or 3800
Open to Juniors or higher |
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Brief review of wildlife conservation and ecological
principles; management of wetlands, farmlands, rangelands,
and forest lands for wildlife; programs dealing with exotic,
urban, nongame, and endangered wildlife; contemporary economic,
administrative, and policy aspects of management. |
| NRME 3345 |
Wildlife Management Techniques |
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3 Credits Req’s:
NRME 232
Open to Juniors or higher |
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Collection and reporting of biological datat upon which
wilidlife conservation decisions are made. One or more field
trips will be required. |
| NRME 4335 |
Principles of Fishery Management |
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3 Credits Req’s:
ENGL 1010, 1011, or 3800
Open to Juniors or higher |
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Introduction to fisheries management principles with applications
to the biotic, habitat, and human components of fishery
systems. Selected topic include sampling and gears, harvest
regulations, stocking, population dynamics, habitat management,
and management of pond, lake, reservoir, and stream fisheries. |
| NRME 4000W |
Natural Resources Planning and Management |
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3 Credits Req’s:
ENGL1010, 1011, or 3800
Open
to seniors |
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Concepts and methods of planning for the allocation, management
and utilization of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Techniques
and methods of managerial decision making. Written technical
reports required. |
| NRME 3245 |
Environmental Law |
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3 Credits Open
to Juniors or higher |
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An overview of environmental law including the q common
law principles of nuisance, negligence, and
trespass. Students will become acquainted with legal research
techniques; emphasis will be on federal, state, and municipal
programs addressing clear air, clean water, hazardous waste,
inland wetlands, coastal zone management, and prime agricultural
farm land and aquifer protection. |
| NRME 3145 |
Meteorology |
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3 Credits Open
to Juniors or higher |
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A survey course in meteorology at the introductory level
covering weather and climate processes. |
| NRME 2010 |
Natural Resource Measurements |
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4 Credits Open
to Sophomores or higher |
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Principles and instrumentation used in the measurement
of
environmental conditions and processes. |
| NRME 3155 |
Water Quality Management |
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3 Credits Open
to Juniors or higher
Recommended
prep:
NRME 3125 or 4165 |
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An introduction to all aspects of water quality problems
relating to the many beneficial uses of water, including
the physical, chemical, and biological properties. |
| NRME 3355 |
Public Lands Wildlife Management |
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3 Credits Req’s:
ENGL 1010, 1011, or 3800
Open
to Juniors or higher
Recommended
prep:
NRME2315 and 3335, EEB 2244 |
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An introduction to all aspects of water quality problems
relating to the many beneficial uses of water, including
the physical, chemical, and biological properties. |
| NRME 4665 |
Natural Resources Modeling |
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3 Credits Req’s:
MATH 1120Q
Open
to Juniors or higher
Open
only to NRME majors, except
by special consent. |
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Applications of conservation of mass, energy and
momentum in modeling natural resources systems. Defining
systems; determining flows and storages; interactions and
feedback mechanisms within systems. Problem oriented course
including computer solutions using spreadsheets or modeling
programs. |
| NRME 4165 |
Soil and Water Management and Engineering |
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3 Credits Req’s:
ENGL 1010, 1011, or 3800
Open
to Juniors or higher
Recommendation
prep:
NRME 3125 or CE 4820 |
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Floodplain management, erosion and erosion control,
reservoir management, storm water control, watershed management,
and on-site sewage treatment systems. Written technical
reports, use of spreadsheets and field work required, some
field trips requires. |
| NRME 4175 |
Environmental Meteorology |
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3 Credits
Open to Juniors
or higher
Recommended prep: NRME 4510 |
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Applied meteorology in environmental science and
engineering. Solar energy, winds, and air pollution, atmospheric-hydrologic
interactions, agricultural and forest meteorology, and biometeorology. |
| NRME 3475 |
Forest Management |
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3 Credits
Open to Juniors
or higher
Req’s:
NRME 214; ENGL 1010,
1011, or 3800 |
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An introduction to forest mensuration, ecology, siviculture,
and multiple-use management. Field trips required. |
| NRME 4455 |
Forest Ecology |
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3 Credits
Open to Juniors
or higher
Req’s: NRME 2415 |
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Forest stand dynamics and ecosystem function including
tree response to local and regional site factors individually
and in community interactions with other species, and the
role of forest stands in ecosystem function (e.g. habitat
diversity, interactions among ecosystems, nutrient cycling).
Laboratory will be outside or in computer lab. |
Nutritional Science:
| NUSC 1645 |
The Science of Food |
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3 credits |
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An introductory level course for students interested in the application of science to food. Nutritional and functional attributes of various food constituents are discussed. Issues concerning food processing and food safety are covered. |
Occupational Safety and Health:
| OSH 3275 |
Workplace Environmental Law and Regulations |
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3 Credits
Open to Juniors
or higher |
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This course provides a comprehensive overview of the
environmental laws and regulations and how they impact the
workplace environment. |
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