Foundational overview of ecological principles, human impacts, and sustainability concepts for non-specialist students.
About this course
This course provides a foundational overview of ecological principles, human impacts, and sustainability concepts for non-specialist students. You will explore how natural systems function and how human activity influences the environment. The course covers key topics such as biodiversity, climate change, pollution, and resource management.
You will learn to evaluate sustainability concepts and their application in local and global contexts. The course is designed to give you a broad understanding of environmental science, suitable for students in any program who want to build their knowledge of environmental issues.
Who takes this course
This course is an elective and is open to students in any program at Wrenford Polytechnic. It is particularly useful for students in the School of Construction & the Environment who want to complement their technical studies with a broader understanding of environmental science.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Explain core ecological principles and the flow of energy through ecosystems.
- Describe major human impacts on natural systems, including pollution and resource depletion.
- Evaluate sustainability concepts and their application in local and global contexts.
- Analyze the relationship between environmental science and public policy.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term exam | 30 |
| Research paper on a local environmental issue | 25 |
| Final exam | 35 |
| Class participation and quizzes | 10 |