CHEM200 Environmental Chemistry
This course is designed to provide students with working knowledge of the basic principles and concepts of environmental chemistry. Students will become knowledgeable in areas such as water chemistry, atmospheric chemistry and soil chemistry. With that basis students can then utilize an integrated approach to focus on issues involved in air, water, and soil contamination. Major topics may include but are not limited to climate change, pollution, and the impact of renewable vs. non-renewable energy resources. Data driven discussions of the scientific underpinnings will lay the foundation for further consideration of the social, political, and economic implications. Prerequisite: High School chemistry required, Chem 121 or its equivalent recommended. Lecture: 4 hours.