Techniques of effective professional communications, professional ethics, interviewing, and the job search. Introduction of requirements for professional certification in various disciplines. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (OC) Satisfies General Education Requirement through the 2021-2022 academic catalog: (OC)
Registration Restriction(s): Environmental and soil science major or permission of instructor.

Other Instructors: Pigg, Janiece

Introduction to the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) in agriculture, natural resources, and environmental science. Topics covered will include GIS software and concepts, LIDAR, mobile GIS, data acquisition, online mapping, and spatial analysis of data to solve problems. Case studies in environmental planning, land use, water quality, watershed management, and waste pollution will be used to provide hands-on experience with these emerging technologies.

Recommended Background: Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and file management are highly recommended.

Study of global energy budget, past climates, climate variability, climate distribution, and climate change. Emphasis on global warming and its potential impacts on ecosystems, societies, and global sustainability. Students are required to apply quantitative, computer, and oral communication skills to analyze and report climate data for environmental planning. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (AOC) (EI)
Recommended Background: Computer proficiency.

Other Instructors: Schaeffer, Sean Michael

Varying topics and formats addressing current issues in the Environmental and Soil Sciences.

Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 3 hours.