Students are introduced to ecological principles, population dynamics and energy resources in order to assess their impact on the environment. The major types of pollution are examined and their effects on the various components of the ecosphere analyzed. Strategies for pollution control and the conservation of the Earth's resources are examined in the context of economic considerations and sustainable development.
Students registering for credit courses for the first time must declare a program at the point of registration. Declaring a program does not necessarily mean students must complete a program, individual courses may be taken for skill improvement and upgrading.