New Course Numbering
For existing Memorial University of Newfoundland courses the numbers remain the same. For new courses in Environmental Studies the following scheme is used.
1st digit = year
2nd digit = Program Concentration
- 0 = common to both concentrations
- 1 = Environmental Perspectives Concentration
- 2 = Outdoor Environmental Pursuits Concentration
- 9 = Project
Environmental Studies courses are designated by EVST.
1000
An Introduction to Environmental Studies
is an introduction to a variety of major issues in environmental studies through an examination of a range of case studies including both local problems, such as the impact of outdoor recreation activities on the environment, and global threats, such as stratospheric ozone depletion.
2000
Introduction to Mapping, Remote Sensing, and Geographical Information Systems
is an introduction to maps, global positioning systems, remote sensing, and geographic information systems. Applications to a broad range of environmental issues will be discussed.
LC: 3
LH: 3
2210
Outdoor Environmental Pursuits I
is the theoretical rationale and practical skills needed to demonstrate basic proficiency in several of the following activities: minimal impact camping, wilderness cooking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, navigating with map and compass, outdoor safety, search and rescue, and group management. The major focus of this course will be the practical application of learned skills.
AR: attendance is required
CO: basic first aid and CPR course
OR: 3 hours of practicum per week
2220
Outdoor Environmental Pursuits II
is the theoretical rationale and practical skills needed to demonstrate basic proficiency in several of the following activities: cross-country skiing, telemark skiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, winter camping, and winter survival techniques. The major focus of this course will be the practical application of learned skills.
AR: attendance is required
OR: 3 hours of practicum per week
3000
Issues in Environmental Economics
is an analysis of current issues concerning the effects of the economic activities of production and consumption on the natural environment. The concepts of scarcity, abundance, demand, supply, opportunity cost, trade-offs, externalities, marginal benefits and marginal costs will be utilized in examining environmental problems. The social and economic implications of various approaches will also be analysed.
OR: Economics 2010
3001
Environmental and Resource Management: Applications of Geographic Information Systems
is applied GIS knowledge and skills in environmental and resource management. The topics cover GIS data sources, data conversions, database design, spatial analysis and decision support systems. Examples of GIS applications in the private and public sectors will be provided.
LH: 3
PR: EVST 2000
3085
Issues in Ecological Economics
aims to explore the dynamic interaction between the economic system and the ecological system that sustains it by using trans-disciplinary theoretical approaches and methodologies. The main focus of this course will be on Ecological Economics concepts such as low and high entropy, biotic and abiotic goods and services, stock-flow resources, carrying capacity, throughput, co-evolution, sustainable scale, use value, and their applications in a problem-solving context.
CO: Economics 2010 and Economics 2020
3210
Expedition
will consist of one or more extensive expeditions into wilderness areas. A variety of applied topics related to environmental issues, outdoor leadership, and outdoor survival will be covered using an experiential approach. Expedition: Two weeks (Summer term).
AR: attendance is required
4000
Environmental Impact Assessment
will include an analysis of the different methods of assessing the impacts that investment projects or decision-making processes have on the environment. Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) vary with individual projects and are a vital tool to use in integrated planning of development proposals, policies and programs. Emphasis will be given to assessing the socio-economic impact of development projects.
4010
Seminar in Environmental Studies
is a senior seminar in which selected environmental issues will be examined from several disciplinary perspectives.
OR: seminars three hours per week
PR: permission of the Environmental Studies Program Chair
4020-4039
Special Topics in Environmental Studies
has a range of special topics in Environmental Studies. This course is normally taken by students beyond the second year.
4950
Independent Research Project
is a course, under the supervision of a faculty member, where each student will carry out an approved project in environmental studies and prepare a major paper based on independent research.
PR: permission of the Environmental Studies Program Chair