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ENSP Course Descriptions

ENSP Committee: Bob Becker, Rob Bixler, Alan W. Elzerman, Committee Chair, Larry Fredendal, Pat Layton, Jim London, John Wagner

EN SP 200 Introduction to Environmental Science 3(3,0) Basic principles of environmental science including ecology, energy, resources, waste management; and air, water, and soil pollution. Consideration of issues, specific cases, investigative approaches and remedial actions. Preq: Sophomore standing and two semesters of either freshman chemistry or biology.

EN SP (AGRIC) 315, H315 Environment and Agriculture 3(3,0) See AGRIC 315.

EN SP 400 Studies in Environmental Science 3(3,0) Study of historical perspectives, attitudes, and government policy within the framework of environmental case studies to illustrate the interaction between human and natural factors as they mutually affect the environment and man's ability to deal with that environment. Preq: EN SP 200 or consent of instructor.

EN SP 431, 631 Public Health Administration 3(3,0) Prepares students for careers in the environmental sciences, with positions in public health and pollution control. Topics include public health organizations and regulations, public relations, psychology of public health administration, and the use of the communications media in educating the public on health problems.

EN SP 432 Inspection Methods in Water and Solid Waste 3(2,3) Methods of disposal of liquid and solid wastes are emphasized in regard to environmental quality control. Treatment plant methods are discussed. Inspection techniques for adequate treatment is a basic approach.

EN SP 471, 671 Man and His Environment 2(2,0) The interaction of man with his environment is surveyed. Factors such as urbanization, population growth, pathogens, disease vectors, ionizing radiation, sewage disposal, and noise control are considered. Effects of environmental contacts with air, water, food, and solid and liquid wastes are emphasized. Preq: Consent of instructor.

EN SP 472, 672 Environmental Planning and Control 2(2,0) Application of planning and control to effective environmental quality improvement. Water supply and treatment, wastewater treatment and disposal, solid waste disposal, air pollution abatement, and land use and zoning are considered from the standpoint of control. Not intended for graduate students in engineering. Preq: Consent of instructor.

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