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City University of New York - Principles of Ecology

The fundamentals of theoretical and applied ecology are presented with an emphasis on various ecosystems. The importance of understanding ecology in relation to environmental quality is stressed. Laboratory exercises include study of materials recycling and energy flow; effects of environmental stress and water population, population growth, and carrying capacity; and developmental changes is ecosystems. Weekend field trips to local ecosystems and recycling plants are required.
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City University of New York - Environmental Conservation

The uses and abuses of the resources of the natural environment including a survey of the process that have disrupted the stability of ecosystems, the reasons for preserving natural communities, and the problems involved in conserving world resources with emphasis throughout on interactions between man and environment.
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City University of New York - Introduction to Environmental Science

This course is a descriptive introduction to those aspects of natural science that relate to current problems of environmental deterioration. It examines how scientific principles and methods may be used to conserve and extend mineral resources, to recycle materials in short supply, and to safely dispose of waste products.
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City University of New York - Energy Conservation

A survey is made of the many different sources of energy and the many ways in which it is produced. Some of the main features of the Earth are described. A connection is made between energy production and its possible effect on some of these Earth features. Energy policy and cost are also brought into the total picture.
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City University of New York - Human Conservation

This course is a description of the impact of the environment on humanity and of the impact of humanity on the environment. The nature and courses of these interactions are examined with the framework of the biological nature of the human species and with concern for survival of the species.
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City University of New York - Economic and Legal Aspects of Ecology

This course examines some unifying ecological-economic-legal principles directly related to understanding the nature of environmental problems. The economic and legal dimensions of pollution and natural resources are discussed within an ecological framework. The laboratory and field exercises will cover environmental impact analysis, natural resource inventory, the bionomics of development and preservation, and application of ecological models in environmental management.
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City University of New York - Global Ecology

This course focuses on the study of environmental problems that are international in scope. Topics include world carrying capacity, population growth and policies of developed and developing nation-states, world food production and famine, and pollution of the global commons (e.g., ozone depletion, greenhouse effect). The purpose of the laboratory is to give students hands-on experience in system modeling and the application of computer-simulation of world modeling.
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City University of New York - Air and Water Pollution

The subject matter of this course is sources, types, and effects of air and water pollutants. Students study air- and water-quality analyses and pollution control techniques. Laboratory exercises include measurement of particulates in air and chemical analysis of airborne and water pollutants.
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City University of New York - Conservation Biology and Sustainable Development

This course focuses on the theory and practice of conserving biological diversity. Lecture, lab, and field activities involve defining and measuring biodiversity, understanding the importance of biodiversity and the anthropogenic mechanisms that result in species extinction, and exploring biological strategies for the conservation of biodiversity from genes to entire ecosystems. Students also examine how conservation biology is related to broader efforts for ?sustainable development,? including asking under what conditions ?sustainability? is a useful scientific concept.
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City University of New York - Tropical Reef Ecology

This course explores major ecological themes that include community organization and biodiversity, ecologic successions, adaptive strategies, trophic structure, and reef zonation around Little Cayman Island. Field studies reinforce the complex dynamics that are important in tropical ecosystems, and we will examine the primary stressors resulting in the major changes being reported on reefs around the world. Students spend eight days on Little Cayman in January and participate in discussions at Baruch during the Spring Term.
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City University of New York - Tropical Reef Ecology Laboratory

City University of New York - History and Evolution of Life

This course examines the impact and applications of Darwin's theory of evolution in biology and covers the evolution of life from its beginnings to modern time. Topics include the ecology of populations, the origin of eukaryotic cells, the evolution and extinction of dinosaurs, and the use of DNA data as evidence of relationship. Sources include texts, articles, museum displays, and the Internet. Laboratory and field work include trips to museums and field observations. Students will present oral reports on current discoveries and controversies related to evolutionary biology, and they will write reports and Web pages.
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City University of New York - Microbial Ecology

This course is a study of the interrelationships of microorganisms with other organisms and the abiotic environment. Lecture topics include the metabolic diversity of microorganisms, the role of microorganisms in biogeochemical cycles, and industrial use of microorganisms. Laboratory exercises include a study of microorganisms found in soil, water, and food; analysis of food and water quality; and microbial indices of pollution of food and water. This course may serve as the capstone for the Tier III requirement.
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City University of New York - Topics in Environmental Science

This course examines timely and complex environmental issues, for example: energy resources, urban environment, freshwater resources, climate change, global biodiversity, world food supply, environmental crime. Students find, evaluate, and document sources of information concerning the topic, discuss alternative viewpoints with other students in class, and write term papers based upon their research. Students also design and conduct laboratory and field studies on some aspect of the topic, present their results orally to the class, and prepare a poster summarizing their findings. Topics vary from semester to semester.
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