The Introduction to Environmental Science course explores the field of environmental science and encourages participants to understand how environmental scientists think. It addresses some important questions such as: 1. What is the difference between environmental science and environmental studies? 2. How do both differ from environmentalism? 3. Why is energy so important in environmental science? 4. What do you mean by biodiversity? You will also explore what global cycles are and how they impact our lives. You must be aware that the human impact on biodiversity and global change are two of the most important discussion points in environmental science. Have you ever wondered how we are affecting global change and biodiversity? How can we reconcile human population growth, resource demands and sustainability? The effects of global change on humans and natural ecosystems and additional factors in evaluating personal environmental impact will also be discussed in this course.
Video: Biodiversity
Skills You'll Learn
Chemistry, Systems Thinking, Environment, Water Resources, Biology, Physics, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities
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MS
Aug 29, 2024
I really enjoyed and learned in this journey, thank you to all respected professors
JH
Jun 27, 2023
Excellent course with succinct and thorough introduction of Environmental Science.
From the lesson
Module 2: Biodiversity, Systems, and Feedback
This module gives an overview of the three different levels of biodiversity (genetic, species, ecosystem) and explores concepts such as system, system analysis, MRT, and positive and negative feedback loop.
Taught By
Andy Friedland
Professor of Environmental Studies, Emeritus Richard and Jane Pearl Professorship in Environmental Studies, Emeritus