Office: Adjunct Faculty

E-mail: ungerL1@hotmail.com

Phone: 1(219) 937-3589

Office Hours: by appointment

Instructor Background: Bachelor of Science – Biology

Master of Science – Environmental Engineering

Course Time/Location: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. / Whiting campus, Room 305

Tuesdays, March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18

Course Description: The student will gain awareness and knowledge of scientific approaches to environmental issues. Basic principles of environmental science will be covered and environmental issues concerning the Calumet region will be highlighted.

Prerequisites: none, MTH 095 or equivalent desirable

Learning Outcomes/ Competencies:

Students in this course will:

· Understand the nature of scientific inquiry through an investigation of the natural environment.

· Describe and explain Earth processes and features and anticipate changes in them.

· Use analytical problem solving skills to investigate and report on complex environmental issues.

· Report on global and local environmental topics.

Prior to first class, students should read Chapters , 1, 2 and 3 in the textbook

Textbooks: Cunningham, William P. and Cunningham, Mary Ann. 2004. Principles of Environmental Science: Inquiry and Applications. New York: McGraw Hill Co. (ISBN 0-07-250931-7)

Learning Strategies: (Group Discussions, Quizzes, Lecturing, Research Exercises, Collaborative Learning)

Assessment:

Exams (Quizzes, Final) __40__% of grade

Class participation/collaboration/attendance _ 20__% of grade

Class presentation and assignments __40__% of grade

Class Policy for Assignments: Must be turned in on time per weekly schedule. Missed quizzes/tests will be given a grade of 0.

Grading Scale:

A: 92-100 A-: 90-91 B+: 88-89 B: 82-87 B-: 80-81 C+: 78-79

C: 72-77 C-: 70-71 D+: 68-69 D: 62-67 D-: 60-61 F: 59 & below

Class Policy on Attendance: It is a serious matter when a student misses even one session due to the accelerated format of the program. If the student misses more than one session, the student is required to withdraw from the module by contacting the Academic Advisor and their instructor.

Class Policy on Electronic Devices (Cell phones, Beeper, Pagers…etc.): Respect students’ instructional time, take action necessary to minimize disruptions.

Course Outline:

Class Topic Assignment

Week 1 Science and the Environment Chapters 1, 2, 3

Week 2 Ecology and Conservation Chapters 4, 5, 6

Week 3 Human Population Growth/Global Sustainability Chapters 7, 8

Week 4 Energy and Pollution Control Chapters 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

Week 5 Wastewater Treatment Chapters 14, 15

In addition to the above reading assignments, the student will be required to complete writing

and field assignments.

Center for Academic Excellence:

Tutoring assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The Center has experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.

Statement of Plagiarism:

If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner 2001/2002 p.27) All papers over 5 pages in length are to be submitted electronically. The college will screen them with the contracted system, turnitin.com.

Citation Guidelines:

Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of sources, including electronic media.

Withdrawal from Classes Policy:

Students should consult the Student Handbook or their advisor for information on withdrawals from accelerated courses.

Class Policy on Attendance: Students are expected to attend all class sessions. If a student misses a class session, they are expected to contact the instructor. If a student misses more than four hours of class, they will be administratively withdrawn from the course.