This course is intended to introduce non-scientists to key concepts and approaches in the study of the environment. With a focus on the scientific method, we learn about natural systems using case studies of disruptions caused by human activity. Topics include global warming, deforestation, waste production and recycling, water pollution, environmental toxins and sustainable development. The relationships between science and policy, the media, and citizen action are also addressed. Please note that an additional fee will be charged for this course.
https://aupforms.formstack.com/workflows/science_without_lab_request
From Wednesday, June 4, 2025 to Wednesday, July 16, 2025
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday | 11:20 | 13:00 | C-104 |
Tuesday | 11:20 | 13:00 | C-104 |
Wednesday | 11:20 | 13:00 | C-104 |
Thursday | 11:20 | 13:00 | C-104 |
This course explores how and why animals, including humans, behave the way they do. Topics include natural selection; the interplay between genes and the environment; learning; the influence of neurons and hormones on behavior; foraging; mating; cooperation; communication; and social behavior. In the labs, students will use the scientific method to carry out lab- and field-based research projects.
*Lab required. Please note that an additional fee will be charged for this course.
From Wednesday, June 4, 2025 to Wednesday, July 16, 2025
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Tuesday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Wednesday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Thursday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
From Wednesday, June 4, 2025 to Wednesday, July 16, 2025
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday | 11:00 | 13:00 | C-401 |
Wednesday | 11:00 | 13:00 | C-401 |
This course explores how and why animals, including humans, behave the way they do. Topics include natural selection; the interplay between genes and the environment; learning; the influence of neurons and hormones on behavior; foraging; mating; cooperation; communication; and social behavior. In the labs, students will use the scientific method to carry out lab- and field-based research projects. Please note that an additional fee will be charged for this course.
https://aupforms.formstack.com/workflows/science_without_lab_request
From Wednesday, June 4, 2025 to Wednesday, July 16, 2025
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Tuesday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Wednesday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Thursday | 09:00 | 10:40 | C-104 |
Internships may be taken for 1 or 4 credits. Students may do more than one internship, but internship credit cannot cumulatively total more than 4 credits.