Environmental Protection Courses(ENVP)

ENVP 155. Elements of Environmental Protection. II. 3 Hr. An introduction to land and water resources and their management and protection. An evaluation of the relationships between human activities and natural environments and the interaction between natural resource utilization and development.

ENVP 355. Environmental Sampling and Analysis. I. 3 Hr. PR: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 and BIOL 103 and BIOL 104 and CHEM 115 and CHEM 116. Introduction to environmental sampling methods and analysis. Lecture and hands-on experience will include sampling plan development, sample point selection, sampling equipment use, containers and preservatives, sample analysis, chain-of-custody and protective equipment.

ENVP 460. Environmental Impact Assessment. I. 3 Hr. PR: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 and BIOL 103 and BIOL 104 and CHEM 115 and CHEM 116. Application of physical, biological and social science principles to assess environmental impacts. Review and prepare environmental assessments, permits, site assessments and ecological risk assessments for environmental decision-making.

ENVP 401. Environmental Microbiology. II. 4 Hr. PR: ENVM 241 or consent. Microbiology as applied to soil, water, wastewater, sewage, air, and the general environment. Occurrence, distribution, ecology, detection of microorganisms in these environments. (Also listed as ENVM 401.)

ENVP 412. Pest Management. II. 3 Hr. PR: ENTO 404 or consent. An in-depth look at current problems and solutions in controlling insect pests in an environmentally compatible manner. Management techniques include cultural, mechanical, physical, biological, regulatory, and chemical practices. 3 lec. (Also listed as ENTO 412.)

ENVP 420. Soil Microbiology. I. 3 Hr. PR: ENVM 241. Microbiology and biochemistry of the soil environment. Occurrence, distribution, ecology, and detection of microorganisms in soil. (Offered in fall of even years.) (Also listed as ENVM 420 and AGRN 420.)

ENVP 425. Environmental Soil Management. I. 3 Hr. PR: AGRN 202 and AGRN 203. This course provides a foundation for utilizing creative solutions and technical knowledge in preserving and enhancing soil and water quality. Soil conservation, precision agriculture and nutrient management for protection of soil and water quality are covered. (Also listed as AGRN 225.)

ENVP 451. Weed Control. I. 3 Hr. PR: PLSC 206 or consent. Fundamental principles of weed control. Recommended control measures for and identification of common weeds. (2 hr. lec., 1 hr. lab.) (Offered in fall of odd years.)

ENVP 455. Reclamation of Disturbed Soils. 3 Hr. PR: Junior standing or above. Principles of soil science, geology, hydrology, and engineering will be applied to surface mine planning, overburden handling during mining, soil replacement and amendments, revegetation practices, acid mine drainage control and treatment, hazardous wastes, and land management of disturbed areas. (Field trip required.) (Also listed as AGRN 455.)