2004-2005 University of Guelph Undergraduate Calendar

XI. Special Study Opportunities

Certificates and Diplomas

Certificate in Environmental Conservation

Developed from a biophysical science perspective, this Certificate is beneficial to those who want to gain knowledge and an appreciation for environmental protection, conservation and preservation, and education and research. The Certificate consists of six degree-credit distance education courses taken online from the University of Guelph's Faculty of Environmental Sciences. The program is designed to provide participants with the credentials they need for professional advancement in the environment industry and/or personal enrichment. It is structured as follows, requiring 6 courses total to include at least one at the 3000 or 4000 level:

Required Course

SOIL*2120*DE [0.50] Introduction to Environmental Stewardship
2 or 3 of the following:
GEOG*1220*DE [0.50] Human Impact on the Environment
GEOG*1300*DE [0.50] Introduction to the Biophysical Environment
GEOL*1100*DE [0.50] Principles of Geology
MET*1000*DE [0.50] The Atmospheric Environment
SOIL*2010*DE [0.50] Soil Science
SOIL*3080*DE [0.50] Soil and Water Conservation
UNIV*3400*DE [0.50] Watershed Planning Practice
2 or 3 of the following:
BIOL*2060*DE [0.50] Ecology
BIOL*3450*DE [0.50] Introduction to Aquatic Environments
ENVB*3000*DE [0.50] Nature Interpretation
ENVB*3040*DE [0.50] Natural Chemicals in the Environment
GEOG*2210*DE [0.50] Environment and Resources
GEOG*3210*DE [0.50] Management of the Biophysical Environment
ZOO*2050*DE [0.50] Natural History of Ontario

For more information, please visit the website at: http://www.environmentalcertificates.com.