Introduction to Environmental Science and Engineering
E-PSCI 6
Subject & Catalog Number
Course Information
Description
This course will provide students with an introduction to environmental science and engineering by providing an overview of current environmental issues, including climate change, air pollution, and water pollution. Students critically evaluate underlying science and knowledge limitations, and explore the nexus between scientific knowledge, regulatory frameworks, and engineering solutions to some of the world's most pressing environmental problems. The course will emphasize the interconnected biological, geological, and chemical cycles of the earth system including the multi-dimensional impacts of human activity.
Course Notes
This course requires students to choose a lab time during registration. EPS 6 is also offered as ESE 6. Students may not take both for credit. This course fulfills the EPS sub-discipline requirement of Climate, Atmosphere, and Oceans.
Recommended Prep
The course presumes basic knowledge in chemistry and physics at the high school level. Students will acquire additional skills and knowledge in these areas, as applied to environmental problems, as well as learning basic data analysis and coding skills.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
