Recent SemestersSpring 2026, Spring 2025, Fall 2023Class Size24 studentsCredits1PrerequisiteESRM R100 or concurrent enrollment Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionThis course explores environmental processes associated with society including energy production, waste management, and soil and water quality. The laboratory class is focused on using environmental sampling, monitoring and assessment devices, and equipment and analytical tools to detect and quantify environmental contaminants in air, water and soil, as well as to assess the overall quality of those basic environmental resources and impacts including to communities. This course emphasizes the scientific method, data collection, and the completion of a research-based oral presentation.Usually HeldFri 8:30am–11:20am, Wed 1:00pm–4:15pm 