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Course Listing for ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - Fall 2026 (ALL: 09/08/2026 - 12/23/2026)
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No.		 Course ID Title Credits Type Instructor(s) Days:Times Location Permission
Required		 Dist Qtr
3249 ENVS-104-01 Natural Hazards 1.00 LEC Das, Raja MWF: 9:00AM-9:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 29 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 10 seats reserved for first year students.
  An introductory course on natural disasters, their study, their impacts, and human attempts to mitigation. The course will begin with an overview and discussion about why humans decide to live in harm's way. It then takes a closer look at natural disasters that have the potential to cause catastrophic property damage and loss of human lives. Natural disasters covered in the course include earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanoes, landslides, sinkholes and subsidence, climate change, flooding, and major weather events. The course will emphasize real-world examples and include discussions of current, ongoing events as they occur throughout the semester. This course is designed for non-science majors who seek to learn more about dramatic geological, environmental, and meteorological phenomena.
1360 ENVS-112-01 Introduction to Earth Science 1.25 LEC Gourley, Jonathan TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA Y GLB3  
  Enrollment limited to 34 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 12 seats reserved for first-years, 10 for sophomores, 3 for juniors and 3 for seniors. 6 additional seats will be available with instructor permission.
  The course will introduce students to the basic principles of geology, such as rock and mineral identification, the interpretation of the geological record, and the theory of plate tectonics. These principles will allow us to reconstruct the Earth’s history, to interpret sedimentary records in terms of environmental change, and to assess the impact of human activity on the Earth system. Additional topics include volcanoes and igneous rocks, sedimentary environments, the Earth’s climatic history, the formation of mountain ranges and continents, and an introduction to the Earth’s interior. Two one-day field trips focus on the local geology and the various rock types found within the state.
1361 ENVS-112-20 Introduction to Earth Science 1.25 LAB Gourley, Jonathan W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA GLB3  
  Enrollment limited to 17 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  The course will introduce students to the basic principles of geology, such as rock and mineral identification, the interpretation of the geological record, and the theory of plate tectonics. These principles will allow us to reconstruct the Earth’s history, to interpret sedimentary records in terms of environmental change, and to assess the impact of human activity on the Earth system. Additional topics include volcanoes and igneous rocks, sedimentary environments, the Earth’s climatic history, the formation of mountain ranges and continents, and an introduction to the Earth’s interior. Two one-day field trips focus on the local geology and the various rock types found within the state.
1644 ENVS-112-21 Introduction to Earth Science 1.25 LAB Das, Raja R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA GLB3  
  Enrollment limited to 17 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  The course will introduce students to the basic principles of geology, such as rock and mineral identification, the interpretation of the geological record, and the theory of plate tectonics. These principles will allow us to reconstruct the Earth’s history, to interpret sedimentary records in terms of environmental change, and to assess the impact of human activity on the Earth system. Additional topics include volcanoes and igneous rocks, sedimentary environments, the Earth’s climatic history, the formation of mountain ranges and continents, and an introduction to the Earth’s interior. Two one-day field trips focus on the local geology and the various rock types found within the state.
3250 ENVS-141-01 Globl Pers Biodiversty&Conserv 1.00 LEC Pitt, Amber MWF: 9:00AM-9:50AM TBA GLB3  
  Enrollment limited to 30 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Also cross-referenced with CLIC
  NOTE: 10 seats reserved for first-years, 4 for sophomores, 4 for juniors, 2 reserved for instructor use.
  This lecture and discussion course focuses on the current biodiversity crisis. We will discuss biological diversity and where it is found and how it is monitored, direct and indirect values of biodiversity, and consequences of biodiversity loss. Topics of discussion will also include the problems of small populations, the politics of endangered species, species invasions and extinctions, and the role of humans in these processes, design and establishment of reserves, captive breeding, and the role that the public and governments play in conserving biological diversity. Not creditable to the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. This course is not open to students who have already received a C- or better in Biology 233 (Conservation Biology).
3251 ENVS-214-01 Field Geology 1.00 SEM Gourley, Jonathan M: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NATW  
  Enrollment limited to 11 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  ENVS 112L, ENVS 286 recommended (but not required)
  This course focuses on the skills required to identify, map and interpret geologic exposures in the field. Through a series of local field trips and hands-on lectures the course covers: geologic map patterns and symbology; mapping of planar and linear features; the use of GPS devices; geologic map construction by hand and on computers; geologic cross-sections; stratigraphic columns; stereonet construction and interpretation; and regional New England geologic/tectonic history. Students should be in good physical condition and be prepared to hike several miles over rough terrain when in the field.
3252 ENVS-218-01 Sustain. Concepts and Practice 1.00 LEC Mangukiya, Rupal TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA SOGI  
  Enrollment limited to 29 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Also cross-referenced with CLIC
  Prerequisite: C- or better in ENVS 149PR: ENVS 149
  NOTE: 5 seats reserved for instructor use.
  Sustainable development integrates environmental integrity, social equity, and economic viability to meet present human needs while safeguarding the ability of future generations to do the same. This course introduces sustainability as an applied, interdisciplinary field through the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Students explore sustainability concepts through experiential and service-learning activities, including volunteering or collaborating with local communities to observe and analyze sustainability challenges connected to one or more SDGs. Working in group projects, students examine these challenges and evaluate how global sustainability goals are applied at the local level.
3323 ENVS-354-01 Climate Change Global South 1.00 SEM Fernandez Milmanda, Belen TR: 1:30PM-2:45PM TBA GLB5  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
    Cross-listing: POLS-354-01, INTS-354-01
  The course analyzes the domestic and global politics of how countries in the Global South are dealing/preparing to deal with climate change and its effects. We will discuss the particular challenges that climate change presents to countries across the Global South characterized by weaker institutions, lower state capacity, and scarce economic resources. Using countries and subnational units in the Global South as case studies, we will discuss issues: how interest groups shape mitigation and adaptation strategies, why citizens support climate denialists, and how different political regimes (autocracies vs. democracies) approach climate change. We will also study the global and domestic aspects of environmental injustices created by climate change and the world's current mitigation and adaptation strategies.
3326 ENVS-354-02 Climate Change Global South 1.00 SEM Fernandez Milmanda, Belen TR: 2:55PM-4:10PM TBA GLB5  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
    Cross-listing: POLS-354-02, INTS-354-02
  The course analyzes the domestic and global politics of how countries in the Global South are dealing/preparing to deal with climate change and its effects. We will discuss the particular challenges that climate change presents to countries across the Global South characterized by weaker institutions, lower state capacity, and scarce economic resources. Using countries and subnational units in the Global South as case studies, we will discuss issues: how interest groups shape mitigation and adaptation strategies, why citizens support climate denialists, and how different political regimes (autocracies vs. democracies) approach climate change. We will also study the global and domestic aspects of environmental injustices created by climate change and the world's current mitigation and adaptation strategies.
1356 ENVS-375-01 Methds in Environmentl Science 1.25 LEC Geiss, Christoph
Mangukiya, Rupal		 MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 19 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Also cross-referenced with CLIC
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Environmental Science 149L and Chemistry 111L.
  A field-oriented, problem-based course covering data collection and analysis methods commonly used to conduct environmental assessments and to solve environmental problems. This course includes methods for risk assessment, land management and land use history determination, habitat analysis, bio-monitoring, soil composition analysis, soil and water chemistry analysis, and GIS mapping. A strong emphasis is placed upon research design, data manipulation, and statistical analysis, and students are required to complete significant work outside the classroom. As a culminating exercise, students prepare a final report that integrates all the topics and techniques learned throughout the course and that addresses the focal problem. This course is not open to first year students.
1357 ENVS-375-20 Methds in Environmentl Science 1.25 LAB Geiss, Christoph
Mangukiya, Rupal		 W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 19 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Environmental Science 149L and Chemistry 111L.
  A field-oriented, problem-based course covering data collection and analysis methods commonly used to conduct environmental assessments and to solve environmental problems. This course includes methods for risk assessment, land management and land use history determination, habitat analysis, bio-monitoring, soil composition analysis, soil and water chemistry analysis, and GIS mapping. A strong emphasis is placed upon research design, data manipulation, and statistical analysis, and students are required to complete significant work outside the classroom. As a culminating exercise, students prepare a final report that integrates all the topics and techniques learned throughout the course and that addresses the focal problem. This course is not open to first year students.
1395 ENVS-399-01 Independent Study 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar's Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.
1396 ENVS-405-01 Internship in Env Science 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course allows students to meet the integrating experience requirement for the environmental science major through an approved internship. Students who wish to use an internship toward the major must have their integrated internship contract approved by the Environmental Science Program director before the internship is begun. All students undertaking approved internships will be required to keep a detailed log of their activities, prepare a final written report and make an oral presentation of their work to the Environmental Science Program staff and students in order to complete the internship credit.
1404 ENVS-419-01 Research in Env Science Libr 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Students will conduct library research projects under the direction of an individual staff member. Students electing this type of independent study should plan on a full semester culminating with the completion of a final formal paper. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar's Office, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment.
1397 ENVS-425-01 Research in Env Science Lab 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Students will conduct original laboratory research projects under the direction of an individual staff member. Students electing to pursue independent study of this type should plan on initiating the work no later than the fall of the senior year, and should also plan on no less than two semesters of study with a final formal report to be submitted to the staff. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar's Office, and approval of the instructor are required for enrollment.
1398 ENVS-466-01 Teaching Assistantship 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Submission of the special registration form, available online, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment. Guidelines are available in the College Bulletin. (0.5 course credit)
1409 ENVS-497-01 Honors Research 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  An extended paper on the subject of the student's two-semester research project with a professor in environmental science, to be read by three or more members of the program. This course is open only to those environmental science majors who wish to qualify for honors (See paragraph on honors in environmental science in the description of the major). Simultaneous enrollment in Environmental Science 419 or 425 during the spring semester of senior year, submission of the special registration form and approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.