Environmental Science Minor

PEAKS | NSM

The Environmental Science minor (Natural Sciences Peak) consists of a suite of courses that emphasize the physical, chemical and biological features of the natural world. The courses in this minor also offer close examination of selected environmental issues. This minor should be taken by students who have an interest in the environment and environmental issues. This minor is NOT open to students electing the environmental studies major.

Required Courses (18 credits):

• ENV-160 Environmental Science I & Laboratory (4 cr)
• ENV-260 Environmental Science II & Laboratory (4 cr)
• ENV-200 Nature and Culture (3 cr)
• GOL-101 Physical Geology & Laboratory (4 cr)
  or
  BIO-140 Idaho Natural History & Laboratory (4 cr)
• MAT-112 Introduction to Statistics (3 cr)
  or
  MAT-212 Advanced Statistical Methods (3 cr)

Student Learning Outcomes

• Think critically about environmental issues
• Gather and analyze data to test environmental questions
• Learn effective communication skills (written and oral) appropriate for the field
• Develop problem solving skills appropriate for the field
• Understand the nature and methodologies of science