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Environmental Science
EARTH 202
Introductory Environmental Science in the Rockies
June 7 - July 2, 2012
4 credits
EARTH 202 introduces students to environmental science in the Rocky Mountains. The objective of the course is to understand through observation and hands-on experience how natural and human processes cause environmental change. Students will learn the principles of the physical sciences, including aspects of earth, atmosphere, and biogeographical sciences, while experiencing the grandeur of the west. We will use these principles to understand how past environmental change altered the Rocky Mountain landscape, plants and animals, and how humans are currently perturbing these natural systems. We will address today's most pressing environmental issues including climate change, bio diversity loss, and air, water, and soil pollution. This course is designed for all students with an interest in environmental science. It will include field trips to western locales including Yellowstone National Park.
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Instructors
Prof. Chris Poulsen U of M E&ES, Prof. Gregory Dick U of M E&ES
Prerequisites
No prerequisites are required. Graduating high school seniors and university students are encouraged to apply. Entering first-year students could arrive on campus in the fall term with 4 science credits already earned studying environmental science in the mountains of the West. Benefits include reduced food, and lodging costs.
Requirements
Satisfies PITE field experience requirement
Fees and Tuition
Fees: $400 room & board + $180 transportation = $580 total
Tuition: Tuition for four U of M credits and course fees must be paid directly to the University of Michigan and will be billed on or before June 30th, 2012. Guest students are charged upper division rates. Up to date tuition rates can be found at the U of M Registrar website. Departmental Financial Aid to help offset tuition cost is available for all University of Michigan students. Please direct any questions to campdavis@umich.edu or call 734.615.8600
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Application
To apply to the Camp Davis Program, click the link above and fill out the Application. You may be asked for recommendation letter from a current or former faculty member.
