Environmental Sciences
What can you do with this degree?
This program is intended for students pursuing a career in fields such as natural resource management, conservation, science education, waste management, water resources, or graduate school in the sciences. This program is also a 2+2 program affiliated with Northern Arizona University in Yuma where you can complete your associate degree at AWC and then complete a bachelor degree in Environmental Sciences at NAU in Yuma.
What will you learn in this program?
You will obtain the basic scientific literacy you need to understand environmental processes and some of the technical skills necessary to work in the environmental sciences.
What kinds of classes can you look forward to in this program?
Foundations of Environmental Science: Humans and the Environment
In this hands-on lab and lecture course, you will be introduced to the scientific methods of investigating and solving ecological problems related to interactions of humans and the environment. This course is also considered a general education course, which also makes it appropriate for non-majors with a strong science interest.
Analytical Methods in Environmental Sciences
This course will focus on analytical methods and instrumentation used in environmental research. Each of the three modules is centered on a research problem water quality, air quality, and waste management.
How long will it take you to complete this degree?
Taking classes full-time, you can complete this 64-credit degree in four semesters.
What classes do you need to take to fulfill the degree requirements?
For a current checklist of the courses required for this program, click the link in the top-right corner of this page or contact a counselor by calling the Counseling Office at 344-7624. A counselor is available to meet with you about your educational goals.
Who can you call to find out more information about the program?
For more information about this degree or its requirements, please call the Science, Math, and Agricultural Sciences Division at (928) 344-7656.
Revised 4/2008
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