Field Methods in Environmental Science

3 credits · Undergraduate

A field-based immersion into environmental field sampling methods. Students gain skills in flora and fauna identification and inventory, assessment of ecosystem health, and sampling methods for air and soil. GPS, GIS, and basic remote sensing skills are utilized in sampling design, collection and visualization of results. CALENDAR NOTES: Includes a number of field trips. An auxiliary fee is charged to cover field expenses. PREREQUISITES: ENVS 1100.03 and ENVS 1200.03, (or ENVS 1000.06) RESTRICTIONS: Restricted to students in BSc and BA Environmental Science programs FORMATS: Lab