ES 0201 - RESEARCH METHODS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
Biological/ecological/ and chemical research methods will be used to address and understand current environmental issues. By developing the principles and concepts learned in this course, students will be able gather specific skills to use in future studies and for decision-making concerning environmental issues. Field research and monitoring will place emphasis on the use of the scientific method, experimental design, data handling, statistical analysis, investigator safety, scientific ethics, quality assurance, and presentation. Application of basic field skills will include: habitat description; methods of sampling plants, animals, soil, air and water; microclimate observation; and manipulative techniques to address ecological conservation management questions.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis

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