ESRM V02 - Introduction to Environmental Science

    Recent Professors
    Steve Palladino, Matthew Nordstrom
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    35–50 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ESRM V02
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the physical science and geoscience concepts related to the natural environment. It is an in-depth look at the science underlying critical environmental issues, including various types of pollution, resource utilization and depletion, atmospheric changes, energy sources, water resources and quality, waste management, and urban environments. The role of the physical sciences in supporting sustainability will be investigated.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:30am–12:50pm, Tue Thu 1:00pm–2:20pm, Mon Thu 8:30am–10:10am, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:20pm