BS in Environmental Science

The Bachelor of Science degree program in Environmental Science provides students with a strong science and math background and prepares students to explore environmental topics from a strong scientific perspective. Students gain knowledge and skills of environmental science through coursework as well as through field- and laboratory-based research projects in the Chicago area. This degree program prepares students for entry level positions in industry and government and for further study in science, engineering, law, policy, and education among other graduate programs. ?????Learning Outcomes -Students will be able to: Understand how the natural world functions as an interconnected system consisting of the biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and lithosphere. Understand how these interconnected systems affect human wellbeing and, in turn, how humans impact the natural world. Understand and critically evaluate the science behind the complex environmental problems that humans currently face both locally and globally. Understand the challenges and opportunities associated with different landscapes, ranging from densely urban to wilderness, with a focus on urban sustainability. Design and conduct a scientific investigation using appropriate tools and techniques to gather, analyze, and interpret data. Communicate in oral and written form the results of their scientific investigations. Collect and handle data/samples in a manner that displays understanding of the basic safety procedures in the field and laboratory. Draft, evaluate, and interpret technical documents on environmental analyses. Identify and apply the concepts and methods from an allied science field. Understand the concepts and methods of assessing and evaluating sustainability practices in various social and political institutions. Comprehend historical and ethical foundations of sustainability from the local to global. Career Options - Compliance, Education, Environmental consulting, Environmental engineering, Forestry planning, Hazardous waste management, Solid waste management, Water quality management, Wetlands protection.