Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size30 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteAdvisory: ENGL C1000; ENGL C1000H; One high school biology or chemistry class. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionThis introductory course examines the earth as an ecosystem composed of biological, chemical, and physical processes, with an emphasis on human impacts. Topics will include the structure and function of ecological systems, air and water pollution, pesticide use, waste disposal, climate change, natural resource use, and environment laws. Students will gain an understanding of how humans influence natural environments while focusing on sustainable practices. Basic biological, chemical, physical, and geological processes will be introduced to better explain these topics throughout the course. Not open to students with credit in Biology 2. 