X. Degree Programs
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences [B.Sc.(Env.)]
Environment and Resource Management (ERM)
Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics, College of Social and Applied Human Sciences
The major focuses on environmental interactions and problem solving by developing an integrated biophysical environment - human environment perspective. In ERM, students will gain knowledge across the natural sciences, an understanding of how they interact, the skills (tools and techniques) needed to support decision making, as well as the methods of management and governance that are critical for environmental decision making. Beginning in first year students learn in the classroom and through hands-on work in labs and in the field. Students are expected to design and conduct experiments and problem solve using state-of-the-art computing and analytical tools. This major provides the knowledge, skills and methods an environmental scientist requires as environmental consultant, environmental manager, environmental and/or resource planner, geographic information systems analyst or to facilitate future graduate work.
Major
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Semester 5
ENVS*2120 | [0.50] | Introduction to Environmental Stewardship |
GEOG*3000 | [0.50] | Fluvial Processes |
GEOG*3110 | [0.50] | Biotic and Natural Resources |
GEOG*3210 | [0.50] | Management of the Biophysical Environment |
0.50 electives or restricted electives | ||
Note: GEOG*3610 may be substituted for GEOG*3000 and would be taken in Semester 6. |
Semester 6
GEOG*3480 | [0.50] | GIS and Spatial Analysis |
2.00 electives or restricted electives |
Semester 7
Semester 8
ENVS*4002 | [0.50] | Project in Environmental Sciences |
2.00 electives or restricted electives |
Restricted Electives
Credit Summary (20.00 Total Credits)
7.00 credits - Environmental Sciences core
6.00 credits - Environment and Resource Management Required courses
2.00 - 2.50 credits - Environment and Resource Management Restricted electives, depending on course selection
4.00 - 4.50 credits - Free electives, depending on course selection
Students are reminded that 6.00 credits of their B.Sc. (Env.) degree must be at the 3000-4000 level.
Students are encouraged to seek advice on their choices from their faculty advisor.