B.A. Environmental Science / Studies
Major
Environmental ScienceFeatured Courses
As a student in the environmental science major at Concordia Nebraska, you’ ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the environmental science profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various environmental science careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
GEOG 311
Geography of North America 3 credits
A systematic analysis of major themes of North American geography with emphasis on problems such as energy and environment. Includes regional analyses of the United States and Canada that carefully examines their physical background and cultural trends.
BIO 317
Ecology and Field Biology 3 credits
Lecture 2, Lab. 2. A field ecology course. Emphasis placed on fundamental ecological concepts with supportive material coming from the literature and field investigations.
BUS 261
Marketing 3 credits
Provides students with a thorough appreciation for the benefits and pitfalls of executing a customer orientation. Using market segmentation; management of mature products and introduction of new products. Developing long-term relationships with customers. Identifying and analyzing possibilities in consumer and industrial markets. Management of the marketing mix including product planning, distribution institutions and activities, promotion and pricing.
BUS 261
Marketing 3 credits
Provides students with a thorough appreciation for the benefits and pitfalls of executing a customer orientation. Using market segmentation; management of mature products and introduction of new products. Developing long-term relationships with customers. Identifying and analyzing possibilities in consumer and industrial markets. Management of the marketing mix including product planning, distribution institutions and activities, promotion and pricing.
GEOG 381
Meteorology and Oceanography 3 credits
An introduction to the properties and processes of the atmosphere and the world ocean. In addition, emphasis will be placed on the application of recent scientific advances in these related fields and how they affect the world we live in.
CTA 301
Public Relations 3 credits
An exploration of the diverse field of public relations, as it is practiced in large corporations, small businesses, educational institutions and church-related organizations. Students will examine the role, methods and ethical considerations of the profession.
GEOG 461
Advanced Geographic Information Systems 3 credits
A study of the functionality and application of geographic information systems technology that builds upon the skills learned in Introduction to Geographic Information Systems. Students will learn spatial model building, geodatabase management, geo-referencing, and spatial data collection and analysis.
Environmental ScienceSample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
Semester 1
ECON 102
Principles of Microeconomics 3 cr.
BIO 112
General Biology II 4 cr.
PHYS 110
Principles of Physics 4 cr.
FYE
First-Year Experience 1 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 7 cr.
19 Total Credits
Semester 2
GEOG 311
Geography of North America 3 cr.
CHEM 115
General Chemistry 4 cr.
MATH 122
Introduction to Statistics 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 8 cr.
18 Total Credits
Semester 3
GEOG 291
Geography of Sports and Outdoor Recreation 3 cr.
BIO 317
Ecology and Field Biology 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 12 cr.
18 Total Credits
Semester 4
GEOG 320
Resource Management in the National Parks 3 cr.
GEOG 281
Physical Geography and Geology 4 cr.
BUS 261
Marketing 3 cr.
BUS 261
Marketing 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 8 cr.
21 Total Credits
Semester 5
GEOG 315
Environmental Science 3 cr.
GEOG 381
Meteorology and Oceanography 3 cr.
CTA 301
Public Relations 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 9 cr.
18 Total Credits
Semester 6
GEOG 391
Urban Geography 3 cr.
GEOG 361
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 3 cr.
BUS 281
Business Communication 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 9 cr.
18 Total Credits
Semester 7
GEOG 461
Advanced Geographic Information Systems 3 cr.
GEOG 385
Global Positioning Systems and Drone Technology 3 cr.
ESCI 351
Environmental Law and Policy 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 9 cr.
18 Total Credits
Semester 8
GEOG 490
Capstone Seminar 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 9 cr.
12 Total Credits
Environmental Science Faculty
As experts in environmental science, our faculty and instructors bring years of experience to the classroom.