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ENV 332 - Plant Ecology (3 cr.)
Two-hour lecture and a three-hour laboratory. Examines important aspects of specialized areas of plant ecology. Lecture topics include interactions between plants and their environment, models of plant strategies and vegetation processes, and roles of vegetation as an ecosystem component. Laboratories emphasize vegetation sampling techniques and data analysis.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 /ENV 304
Corequisite(s): ENV 332L
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 333 - Biostatistics (3 cr.)
Introduction to statistical analysis of univariate biological data, including: statistics of location and dispersion, analysis of variance (ANOVA), linear regression, correlation, and non-parametric tests. Discussion of experimental design and use of a statistical package for data analysis, followed by interpretation of results.
Prerequisite(s): A 100-level science course and sophomore standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ENV 337 - Field Ecology (3 cr.)
A firsthand approach to field studies of Northern New York plants and animals and the environments in which they interact. General identification of organisms, and their population and community ecological relationships. Lectures and laboratory.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 /ENV 304 .
Corequisite(s): ENV 337L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 340 - Environmental Science Seminar (3 cr.)
Readings, research and writing on selected topics/issues in environmental science, seminar discussions and presentations. Approved AWR.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; ENG 101 ; ENV 201 or BIO 102 ; LIB200.
General Education Category: Oral Expression
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ENV 343 - Dendrology (3 cr.)
The identification, taxonomy, ecology, geographic ranges and uses of trees of North America with emphasis on important species in the Northeast. Field labs will survey native local trees, shrubs, and some introduced ornamentals in the Champlain Valley and Adirondacks. This course will also cover introductory measurement principles and techniques used in forest inventory. Basic statistics, aerial photograph interpretation, and forest inventory skills are integrated into field laboratories.
Corequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
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ENV 347 - Instrumentation and Water Quality Analysis (3 cr.)
Instrumental analysis of samples from aquatic systems involving automated colorimetry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, gas chromatography, ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography. Students will learn basic analytical techniques and apply them in group projects investigating real-world water quality problems.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 101 or CHE 112 .
Corequisite(s): ENV 347L
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 350 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems and Mapping (3 cr.)
Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS), map design, and ArcView GIS. Use of ArcView GIS for preparing maps, and for storing and retrieving spatial data.
Prerequisite(s): GEG 120 or GEL 101 or sophomore standing.
Corequisite(s): ENV 350R
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ENV 355 - Principles of Remote Sensing (3 cr.)
Introduction to basic concepts in photogrammetry, air photo interpretation and remote sensing.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 101 or ENV 201 or GEG 120 or GEL 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ENV 356 - Environmental Technology II (3 cr.)
A continuation of ENV 206 . This course offers an advanced, quantitative approach to designing technological solutions for waste management and pollution control. Subject matter will include hydraulic transport systems, pollutant fate and transport in surface waters, stormwater management, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and solid waste management systems.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): MAT 131 or MAT 222 or MAT 225 ; ENV 206 ; or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 366 - Global Climate Change: Turning Knowledge into Action (3 cr.)
An introduction to global climate change. Course topics include the scientific principles of global climate change, including its detection, impacts, and mitigation strategies. The course will provide up-to-date information on anthropogenic global climate change and address the social, economic, and political aspects of this international environmental issue.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Completion of natural science and technology general education requirement.
General Education Category: Global Issues
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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ENV 370 - Soil Science (4 cr.)
Study of physical, chemical and biological properties of soils and their relationship to the environment. Includes the study of soil formation and profile characteristics, soil organisms, nutrients cycling and management, soil acidity and non-point pollution. Laboratory emphasizes scientific investigations of soil management questions.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 ; ENV 304 or BIO 304 ; GEL 101 ; CHE 101 or CHE 111 .
Corequisite(s): ENV 370L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 371 - Environmental Leadership (3 cr.)
Explores effective leadership in the environmental context and nurtures students’ leadership capacities in a number of key areas crucial to environmental problem solving, such as: creating effective collaborations, environmental conflict management, participatory processes and community engagement, project planning and management, and social movements and change management.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in an environmental major (ENV, EVS, GEG, GEL).
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 380 - Sustainable Transportation (3 cr.)
This course offers a comprehensive overview of all transportation modes, including road, rail, maritime and air transportation. The significance and impacts of each mode will be investigated through the lenses of sustainability. Transportation systems in urban areas will be an emphasis. Economic feasibility analysis, policy-making, planning and implementation will be used as critical methods for achieving a more sustainable future in the context of combating climate change.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): GEG 121 or GEG 301 , GEG 307 , or ENV 201 , or SCM 301 , or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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ENV 399 - Independent Study (0 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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ENV 406 - Climate Change Science (3 cr.)
An introduction to the science of global climate change. Course topics will include radiative transfer and the Earth’s energy balance, influence of Earth system components on the climate system (atmosphere, ocean, biosphere, cryosphere), natural and human drivers of climate change, the detection and prediction of long-term climate trends, and the impacts of anthropogenic climate change.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): MAT 221 or MAT224 or MAT 228 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 407 - Restoration Ecology (3 cr.)
Introduction to the interdisciplinary field of restoration ecology. Emphasis placed on understanding key ecological principles that are applied to restore degraded ecosystems as well as project planning and management.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 /ENV 304 and one advanced ecology elective or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 411 - Water Quality Modeling (4 cr.)
Mathematical modeling of water quality. Hypotheses on the relationship between pollutant loading and resultant water quality will be formulated and tested.
Prerequisite(s): ENV 206 or ENV305, MAT 221 , or POI.
Corequisite(s): ENV 411L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 417 - Environmental Impact Assessment (3 cr.)
Study of the environmental impact assessment process including major federal (NEPA), state (SEQR), regional and local regulations; environmental impact statement preparation; assessment methodologies; and public participation.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): GEG 120 or ENV 201 or ENV 310 ; junior standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 419 - Geographic Information Systems Applications (3 cr.)
Use of geographic information systems (GIS) for analysis. Applications in the environmental sciences, land use planning, and environmental impact assessment. Use of ArcMap, Spatial Analyst and 3-D Analyst.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 350 /GEG 350 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 421 - Environmental Law and Policy (3 cr.)
This course analyzes the role played by the different branches of government and the public in shaping and determining environmental policy and law. Major environmental statutes and agency regulations at the local, federal and international level are examined.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and either ENV 304 or GEL 310 or PSC 311 or GEG 332 or ECO 392 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ENV 430 - Wildlife Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Wildlife Ecology seeks to explore the natural history, biodiversity, diel cycles, behavior and movement patterns, food preference, and community and habitat interactions among wildlife species. Exploration of methods for surveying and identifying wildlife, specifically vertebrates, will offer opportunities for discussion of primary literature. Independent and group field research will stem from careful primary literature searches and class discussion. Through trapping, surveys, animal tracking using GPS and radio-telemetry, strict adherence to the scientific method, and GIS analysis, students will gain first-hand knowledge of tools for the wildlife professional. The course will combine morning lecture with afternoon data collection, and evening analysis and presentation.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 .
Corequisite(s): ENV 430L
Semester(s) Offered: Spring, Summer
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ENV 431 - Freshwater Ecology (4 cr.)
A study of the biological, chemical and physical features of lakes and other inland waters. An analysis of the interactions between biological communities and their aquatic environment. Laboratory involves examination of freshwater biota and habitats, survey of limnological methods and analysis of data. Lecture and laboratory.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 /ENV 304 .
Corequisite(s): ENV 431L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 432 - Forest Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Evaluates interrelationships between basic forest ecosystem factors and processes. Students in this course become proficient with standard forest menstruation instrumentation and techniques. The course also focuses on forest cover type identification. Students who take this course can describe forest stands and ecosystems in terms of structure and composition and compare the similarities and differences between natural disturbances and silvicultural treatments. Students also gain enhanced proficiency with sampling protocols, data management and statistical analyses and improve their ability to write scientific reports. The course is structured to discuss a topic in a classroom, collect and analyze field data then synthesize and interpret biological outcomes.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 Ecology ; and junior standing or above; and ENV 337 Field Ecology or ENV 343 Dendrology or BIO 345 Field Botany –Note: taking one of these courses the same semester as ENV432 will also satisfy this prerequisite; or POI.
Corequisite(s): ENV 432L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 433 - River Ecology (4 cr.)
Introduction to the ecology of river and stream ecosystems. Analysis of biological communities, physical and chemical attributes, watershed dynamics, and current ecological theory. Field investigation of Adirondack streams and rivers. Weekly lecture and laboratory sessions.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 or POI.
Corequisite(s): ENV 433L
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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ENV 436 - Population and Community Ecology (3 cr.)
An introduction to the growth, structure and regulation of natural populations and their organization into plant and animal communities. Topics covered will include population genetics and evolution, limiting factors, competition, predator-prey relationships, concepts of organism association into communities, trophic structure, food webs and ecological succession.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 439 - Wetland Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Introduction to the hydrological, chemical, and biological interactions in wetland ecosystems. Emphasis placed on integrating ecological, social, and economic values into management and protection of wetland habitats.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 /ENV 304 and CHE 101 or CHE 111 and junior standing.
Corequisite(s): ENV439L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 440 - Agriculture and the Environment (3 cr.)
Integration and analysis of the multiple facets of animal agriculture and its interaction with the environment including: farm management, biotechnology, soil, and waste management, nutrient management and sustainable agriculture. Emphasis will be placed on the agricultural and environmental interface. Lecture and lab.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 ; CHE 101 or CHE 111 /CHE 112 or POI.
Corequisite(s): ENV440L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 444 - Fisheries Ecology and Management (3 cr.)
Introduction to fisheries ecology and management. Topics include ichthyology, principles of fishery science, case studies of freshwater and marine fishery management successes and failures, aquaculture, sustainable fisheries issues, history of Great Lakes fisheries, and Lake Champlain fishery topics.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 455 - Advanced Remote Sensing (3 cr.)
Advanced topics in remote sensing including concepts in electromagnetic radiation, sensors and platforms, and image interpretation.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 355 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 460 - Avian Ecology and Conservation (3 cr.)
This course covers identification, ecology, life-history and conservation of birds with specific focus on species commonly occurring in New York, including the Adirondacks, and the Atlantic Flyway. Students will learn about focal species population ecology and how non-government organizations, state and federal agencies partner to conserve populations and habitat. Students will read peer-reviewed papers and management plan reports on avian ecology conservation (i.e., climate change, contaminants, etc.) and partake in field experiences with data collection and synthesis.
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 ; junior or senior standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
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ENV 462 - Ecosystem Ecology (3 cr.)
An overview of theory and concepts in ecosystem ecology through a survey of the literature, including classical papers. Source materials will be evaluated and critiqued through a combination of lectures, written assignments, and student-led discussions.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 or ENV 304 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 468 - Insect Ecology and Evolution (3 cr.)
In this course students will learn about the ecology and classification of insects. Topics covered will include insect diversity, morphology, physiology and behavior. Students will learn basic classification of the Class Insecta based on morphological characteristics.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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ENV 480 - Advanced Topics in Ecology (3 cr.)
Specialized subjects in environmental science with direct application to modern environmental issues. Topic varies with instructor and semester; potential subjects include landscape ecology, preservation of ecological diversity, global climate change, fire ecology, population ecology. Course includes reading original research papers, giving oral presentations and writing term papers.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Senior environmental science major or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 481 - Sustainability (3 cr.)
A multidisciplinary approach will be used to introduce students to the concept of sustainability and explore sustainable development issues at the local, national and international levels. Topics such as the historical development of the concept of sustainability, the equitable distribution of ecosystem services and sustainable economic development will be explored.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and either ENV 304 or GEL 310 or PSC 311 or GEG 332 or ECO 392 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 489 - Washington Internship Institute (3 to 15 cr.)
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ENV 495 - Undergraduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)
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ENV 496 - Institutional Practicum (1 to 3 cr.)
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ENV 498 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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ENV 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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ENV 507 - Restoration Ecology (3 cr.)
Introduction to the interdisciplinary field of restoration ecology. Emphasis placed on understanding key ecological principles that are applied to restore degraded ecosystems as well as project planning and management. Students who have taken ENV 407 for credit are ineligible for credit in ENV 507.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 521 - Environmental Law and Policy (3 cr.)
This course analyzes the role played by the different branches of government and the public in shaping and determining environmental policy and law. Major environmental statutes and agency regulations at the local, federal and international level are examined. Students undertake extensive literature research on a legal or policy topic approved by the instructor. Credit will not be given for both ENV 421 and ENV 521.
Prerequisite(s): An undergraduate degree in environmental science or related field or POI.
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ENV 530 - Wildlife Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Wildlife Ecology seeks to explore the natural history and behavior of wildlife species. Exploration of methods for surveying and identifying wildlife, specifically vertebrates, will offer opportunities for discussion of primary literature. Through trapping, surveys, animal tracking using GPS and radio-telemetry, strict adherence to the scientific method, and GIS analysis, students will gain first-hand knowledge of tools for the wildlife professional. An independent research project, requiring time outside of class, will be developed, implemented, and presented by the graduate student. Student may not receive credit for both ENV 430 and ENV 530.
Prerequisite(s): One upper-division ecology course beyond general ecology or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 531 - Freshwater Ecology (4 cr.)
A study of the biological, chemical, and physical features of lakes and other inland waters. An analysis of the interactions between biological communities and their aquatic environment. Laboratory involves examination of freshwater biota and habitats, survey of limnological methods and analysis of data. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing, bachelors degree in science.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 532 - Forest Ecology and Management (4 cr.)
Evaluates interrelationships between basic forest ecosystem factors and processes. Students in this course become proficient with standard forest menstruation instrumentation and techniques. The course also focuses on forest cover type identification. Students who take this course can describe forest stands and ecosystems in terms of structure and composition and compare the similarities and differences between natural disturbances and silvicultural treatments. Students also gain enhanced proficiency with sampling protocols, data management and statistical analyses and improve their ability to write scientific reports. The course is structured to discuss a topic in a classroom, collect and analyze field data then synthesize and interpret biological outcomes.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ENV 533 - River Ecology (4 cr.)
Advanced ecology and management of river and stream ecosystems. Analysis of biological communities, physical and chemical attributes, watershed dynamics, and current ecological theory. Field investigation of Adirondack streams and rivers. Weekly lectures and laboratory sessions. Students cannot receive credit for ENV 533 if they have previously received credit for ENV 433 .
Prerequisite(s): One upper division ecology course beyond general ecology or POI.
Corequisite(s): ENV 533L
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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ENV 536 - Advanced Population and Community Ecology (3 cr.)
A recitation course that builds on theory and models of population growth, regulation, community stability and persistence given global change concerns. In depth student-led discussion will focus on population ecology, including population genetics and evolutionary ecology, regulation/limitation debate, equilibrium versus non-equilibrium theory, competition theory, dynamics of direct and indirect predation, community assembly rules, and metapopulation dynamics. Literature surveys will culminate in a review paper on a population or community ecology topic and laboratory experiments will test applications of population growth models under various environmental treatment scenarios and be written as a sample of primary literature. Students who have received credit for ENV 336 or ENV 436 may not receive credit for ENV 536.
Prerequisite(s): ENV 304 /BIO 304 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 544 - Fisheries Ecology and Management (3 cr.)
Fisheries ecology and management. Topics include ichthyology, principles of fishery science, case studies of freshwater and marine fishery management successes and failures, aquaculture, sustainable fisheries issues, history of Great Lakes fisheries, and Lake Champlain fishery topics.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 560 - Avian Ecology and Conservation (3 cr.)
This course covers identification, ecology, life-history and conservation of birds with specific focus on species commonly occurring in New York, including the Adirondacks, and the Atlantic Flyway. Students will learn about focal species population ecology and how non-government organizations, state and federal agencies partner to conserve populations and habitat. Students will read peer-reviewed papers and management plan reports on avian ecology conservation (i.e., climate change, contaminants, etc.) and partake in field experiences with data collection and synthesis.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
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ENV 562 - Ecosystem Ecology (3 cr.)
An overview of theory and concepts in ecosystem ecology through a survey of the literature, including classical papers. Source materials will be evaluated and critiqued through a combination of lectures, written assignments and student-led discussions.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 or ENV 304 or POI
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 568 - Insect Ecology and Evolution (3 cr.)
In this course students will learn about the ecology and classification of insects. Topics covered will include insect diversity, morphology, physiology and behavior. Students will learn basic classification of the Class Insecta based on morphological characteristics.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): An additional advanced ecology elective, POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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ENV 580 - Advanced Topics in Ecology (1 to 4 cr.)
Specialized subjects in environmental science with direct application to modern environmental issues. Topics vary with instructor and semester; potential subjects include landscape ecology, preservation of ecological diversity, global climate change, fire ecology, insect ecology, advanced concepts in ecology and others. Ecological concepts for the topic covered will be developed through reading original research papers, giving oral presentations, and written assignments. Can be repeated for credit with a different topic. Students can receive credit for this course only if they have not received credit for ENV 480 with the same topic.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Student Standing.
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ENV 581 - Sustainability (3 cr.)
A multidisciplinary approach will be used to introduce students to the concept of sustainability and explore sustainable development issues at the local, national and international levels. Topics such as the historical development of the concept of sustainability, the equitable distribution of ecosystem services and sustainable economic development will be explored. Students undertake extensive literature research on a topic approved by the instructor. Credit will not be given for both ENV 481 and ENV 581.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ENV 595 - Graduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)
Original research project individually arranged between student and faculty sponsor. Course may be repeated.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ENV 598 - Environmental Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
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ENV 599 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 90 - Writing: Developing Paragraphs (3 cr.)
Writing course to help students develop sentences and paragraphs for academic writing. Focus is on organization, grammar, vocabulary, and mechanics. ESL 90 credit counts toward semester credit load but does not count toward the credits or grade point average required for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 92 - Grammar Editing for Speakers of Other Languages (3 cr.)
Intermediate-level grammar practice. Focuses on verb tenses, noun phrases and clauses, articles, prepositions, and punctuation. Students practice editing their own writing work. Note: ESL 92 credit counts toward semester credit load but does not count toward the credits or grade point average required for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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ESL 94 - Listening Comprehension for Speakers (3 cr.)
Extensive listening practice and development of listening skills enabling students to better understand academic lectures and more efficiently take notes. ESL 94 credit counts toward semester credit load but does not count toward the credits or grade point average required for graduation.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 96 - Conversational English for Speakers of Other Languages (3 to 4 cr.)
Extensive listening and speaking practice will help students participate in a meaningful manner in the oral/aural communication of university and professional life. Note: ESL 96 credit counts toward semester credit load but does not count toward the credits or grade point average required for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 98 - Reading English for Speakers of Other Languages (3 cr.)
The development of reading skills and vocabulary will prepare students to read textbooks with greater comprehension and efficiency without translating into their own languages. Students are also introduced to concepts important to American culture. Note: ESL 98 credit counts toward semester credit load but does not count toward the credits or grade point average required for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 102 - Advanced Grammar Editing (3 cr.)
Continuation of ESL 92 for students who need additional practice with grammar and in editing their own written work.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 92 or appropriate TOEFL or placement tests.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 104 - Advanced Listening (3 cr.)
Advanced level listening practice and development of listening skills enables students to better understand academic lectures and more efficiently take notes. Listening practice in other styles such as news broadcast, informal conversational English.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 94 or appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 106 - Advanced Conversational English (3 cr.)
Extensive practice in academic speaking and listening and communication skills. Preparation of students for successful communication in and out of class with their professors and fellow students. Discussion of concepts important to American culture.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 96 or appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 107 - Advanced Pronunciation (1 cr.)
A lecture/workshop to improve the pronunciation of non-native speaking students. The course will also increase students’ ability to pronounce the phonemes of English. The course also addresses the stress, intonation and rhythm of formal and informal spoken English. It is suitable for students who are enrolled in both intermediate and advanced-level ESL courses. Course may be repeated up to two (2) times.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 108 - Advanced Reading (3 cr.)
Extensive reading of material at the college level including excerpts from university textbooks. Extensive practice of academic reading and study skills. Discussion of concepts important to American culture.
Prerequisite(s): ESL 98 or appropriate TOEFL or placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 109 - Advanced Vocabulary Skills (1 cr.)
A lecture/workshop to increase, broaden and expand the vocabulary of non-native speaking students in preparation for academic reading and writing. The course will also increase students’ knowledge of informal American English, e.g., idioms, collocations, etc. The course addresses all four communicative skills. It is suitable for students who are enrolled in advanced-level ESL courses or who have a high level of proficiency in English. Course may be repeated up to two (2) times.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 110 - Critical Reading (3 cr.)
This course is designed to help students do the critical reading required in ENG 101 and other courses. It is suitable for students at different levels of ability and could parallel any college course. The emphasis is on reading, rereading, thinking, discussing, and test taking. Instruction will focus on reading processes and strategies.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ESL 108 or appropriate placement test score.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 120 - Academic Study Skills (1 cr.)
This course will be linked to a selected Arts and Science General Education course. It is designed to help students comprehend the concepts and key vocabulary of the selected course, e.g., HIS 102 . Students will get assistance in comprehending the lectures and the assigned readings, in preparing written assignments, and with the strategies for taking quizzes and exams. This course is suitable for students who have completed advanced-level ESL courses or who have a high level of proficiency in English.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): completion of ESL 102 , ESL 104 , ESL 106 , and ESL 108 , or a high level of proficiency in English (76 on the Internet-based TOEFL).
Corequisite(s): ECO 111
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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ESL 496 - Instructional Practicum (1 to 3 cr.)
Supervised tutoring or classroom instructional assistance in the Learning Center or an ESL course. A contract specifying each student’s duties, approved by the program coordinator, will be on file in the program office. Can be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program coordinator.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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ESL 499 - English as a Second Language Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EVS 101 - Introduction to Environmental Studies (1 cr.)
A one-credit introduction to the Environmental Studies major that explores environmental problems from a variety of perspectives in the social sciences and the humanities. The course introduces the discipline of environmental studies, its value in modern society, and the literature, research, practice and writing typical of other courses in the program.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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EVS 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
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EVS 380 - Sustainable Transportation (3 cr.)
This course offers a comprehensive overview of all transportation modes, including road, rail, maritime and air transportation. The significance and impacts of each mode will be investigated through the lenses of sustainability. Transportation systems in urban areas will be an emphasis. Economic feasibility analysis, policy-making, planning and implementation will be used as critical methods for achieving a more sustainable future in the context of combating climate change.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): GEG 121 or GEG 301 , GEG 307 , or ENV 201 , or SCM 301 , or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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EXP 101 - The History and Culture of the Expedition (3 cr.)
The course is organized thematically to emphasize the contingent nature of expeditions within local times and places. It is also roughly chronological to emphasize themes of change and continuity over time. The class emphasizes the history of expeditions in and from Europe and the United States since the 1300s with a focus on contextualizing the practice of expeditions into western history. Some of the themes to be discussed include the role of religion, colonialism, science, and trade in the history of expeditions.
General Education Category: Western Civilization
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 111 - Introduction to Adventure Leadership (2 cr.)
This course introduces students to foundational theories and practices of adventure leadership. Students will engage with case studies, course readings and class discussion in order to develop and articulate a personal philosophy of adventure leadership.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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EXP 121 - Outdoor Living Skills (4 cr.)
This course introduces camp-craft and basic backcountry skills. These skills are applicable to any environment and enable students to safely engage the outdoors for intellectual, aesthetic, social, and recreational purposes. The course uses an immersive, experiential pedagogy in field situations as well as readings, discussions, and journal-keeping. The elements and practices specific to planning adventure journeys will be highlighted. Equipment and transportation provided; requires at least one overnight.
Fees: Outdoor Living Skills EXP 121 $121.00
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 122 - Introduction to Paddle Sports (2 cr.)
This course introduces various forms of paddle sports, including sea kayaking, white water kayaking and open canoe touring. Course includes discussion of the history of paddle sports with attention to different aboriginal origins, the evolution of paddle sports and equipment design. Skill development includes boat control skills, emergency procedures and a variety of rescue techniques. In addition to skill clinics, the course will include a variety of tours.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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EXP 170 - Movement and Balance in Kayaking (1 cr.)
This pool-based kayaking course focuses on introducing, maintaining and improving safety, balance, technique and fitness during the kayaking off-season. Offers revisions for standard techniques and an introduction to new techniques. For beginner and experienced paddlers.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 172 - Planning Adventure Journeys (2 cr.)
Concentrating on elements and practices specific to planning for adventure journeys, this course examines the pieces of the jigsaw needed to achieve a successful journey or expedition in remote, wilderness areas. It is relevant for all levels of wilderness travel, from half-day trips to multi-week expeditions. Topics include cartography, climate, environmental variables, equipment and supply logistics.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 180 - Introduction to Rock Climbing (2 cr.)
This introduction to rock-climbing orients new climbers to the systems, protocols, and foundation techniques of rock climbing. The course focuses on movement techniques, protection systems, and belaying skills, in addition to covering an introduction to climbing equipment, rappel techniques, and the use of friction hitches.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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EXP 182 - Kinesthetics and Training for Climbing (1 cr.)
This course introduces climbing-specific approaches to the kinesthetic skills and training necessary to maximize performance. Appropriate for all levels of climbers, this is a climbing gym course, focusing on techniques for steep climbs, power and endurance, and exercise and fitness.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 183 - Introduction to Ice Climbing (2 cr.)
This introduction to ice climbing orients new climbers to the systems, protocols, and foundation techniques of ice climbing. The course focuses on the use of crampons and ice axes, movement techniques, protection systems, and belaying skills, in addition to covering an introduction to climbing equipment, rappel techniques, and the use of friction hitches.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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EXP 186 - Introduction to Backcountry Ski Touring (2 cr.)
Introduction to equipment and techniques for modern free-heel skiing, including both Nordic and alpine skills. The Nordic component introduces backcountry skiing skills and techniques for cross-country travel. The alpine component introduces downhill techniques such as parallel and telemark turns.
Prerequisite(s): experience with alpine and Nordic skiing at beginner level or above.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EXP 195 - Introduction to Moving Water (2 cr.)
Introduction to recreational whitewater kayaking. Class includes discussion of the history of whitewater kayaks with attention to the evolution of kayak and paddle design. Skill development includes a variety of paddle strokes, wet exits, and self-rescues, and general boat handling techniques. In addition to skill clinics, course includes a variety of paddling experiences.
Prerequisite(s): EXP122 and EXP170.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EXP 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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EXP 221 - Outdoor Living Skills II (3 cr.)
Expands and refines camp-craft and basic backcountry skills introduced in EXP 121 . Introduces skills, equipment, concepts and standard practices necessary for day and multi-day expeditions in more extreme climates and terrains. The class is taught at the Twin Valleys Outdoor Education Center (Lewis, NY) and other regional settings. The course uses an immersive, experiential pedagogy in field situations as well as readings, discussions, and journal-keeping. Outdoor ethics and low-impact practices will be highlighted. Equipment and transportation provided; requires at least two overnights.
Prerequisite(s): EXP 121 .
Fees: Outdoor Living SkillsII EXP 221 $121.00
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EXP 236 - Sophomore Expedition (3 cr.)
The Sophomore Expedition is a central component of the first semesters in expeditionary studies. Its primary goal is straightforward: for Expeditionary Studies students to plan and participate in an independent extended backcountry trip. There are many options for successfully completing a sophomore expedition. Students may hike, ski, climb or paddle; locally, across the country, or abroad.
Prerequisite(s): POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 252 - Introduction to Paddlesports Touring (2 cr.)
This course introduces the logistical, camp craft and journeying practices particular to and necessary for multi-day touring in human powered watercraft, emphasizing the expanded skills and environmental complexities inherent in multi-day paddling trips. Offered in either kayaks or canoes, EXP252 includes a minimum of two self-supported overnights. May be repeated twice for credit when offered in different watercraft.
Prerequisite(s): EXP122.
Fees: Paddlesports Touring (EXP252) $90
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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EXP 272 - Planning Sea Kayaking Journeys (1 cr.)
Sequel to EXP 172 , this course concentrates on linking the components introduced in the previous course to building a broader understanding of the open water environment. Relating cartography, climate and tidal information is necessary to predict conditions, identify dangers and plan safe routes and contingency procedures. Relevant for all level trips from half-day to multi-week expeditions.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 282 - Group Dynamics for Outdoor Leaders (3 cr.)
This course introduces the central concepts of the role of the leader in outdoor settings. Topics include group dynamics, formative stages, group assessment, group cohesion, group facilitation, conflict resolution, reflective listening, leadership role, facilitation skills, transference, and reflection. This course is designed for students who plan to lead groups in outdoor settings.
Prerequisite(s): EXP major, sophomore standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EXP 286 - Winter Camping (2 cr.)
This course is an introduction to overnight camping in cold weather environments. Primarily field-based, this course emphasizes the planning, equipment, food and general camp craft skills necessary for independent camping in cold weather backcountry environments.
Prerequisite(s): EXP186 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EXP 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 303 - Adventure Travel and Tourism (0 to 3 cr.)
This course explores global cultures through the lens of adventure travel and tourism. The central goals of EXP303 are to define adventure tourism and travel, to identify the impacts of these on the traveler and the host nation, and, finally, to investigate these in an actual adventure travel experience. Course includes campus study and travel to such locations as Nepal, Baja, Mexico, The Canadian Rockies, and the British Isles among others.
Liberal arts
Fees: Culture Impact Trav/TourEXP303 $1600
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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EXP 304 - International Expeditionary Studies Field Practicum (3 to 15 cr.)
Variable length field experience and practicum. This field practicum is for students enrolled in an accredited adventure program in a non-U.S. location, such as those offered by The National Outdoor Leadership School. Credit hours depends on the length of the field experience and can range from a minimum of three weeks to a full semester. The EXP International Field Practicum must take place in a non-U.S. location and include technical adventure-skills training, adventure leadership opportunities, and an extended expedition. Completion of EXP 304 requires submission of a portfolio addressing prescribed topics such as expeditionary thinking and eco-tourism.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance by the Study Abroad Program; acceptance by the accredited adventure program; POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 321 - Outdoor Living Skills II (4 cr.)
Expands and refines camp-craft and basic backcountry skills introduced in EXP121. Introduces skills, equipment, concepts and standard practices necessary for day and multi day expeditions in more extreme climates and terrains. The class is taught at local Adirondack locales. The course uses an immersive, experiential pedagogy in field situations as well as readings, discussions, and journal-keeping. Outdoor ethics and low-impact practices will be highlighted. Equipment and transportation provided; requires at least two overnights.
Prerequisite(s): EXP121, EXP172, and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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EXP 360 - Wilderness First Responder (3 cr.)
Beyond first aid skills are medical skills. This course provides students the knowledge to practice basic medical skills in wilderness environments. Topics include patient assessment, splinting, wound care, cold and heat emergencies, burns, pharmacology, care of the cervical spine and an introduction to neurological exam in remote settings. All skills will be practiced in field exercises and mock rescue settings. (Winter).
Fees: EXP-Wilderness First Responder $25.00
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EXP 370 - Topics: Outdoor Sports and Culture (3 cr.)
This course combines intellectual reflections and experiential learning. The primary subject matter varies, but the course always includes experiential opportunities in the sport and a study of the history and culture of the sport. Topics can include “climbing and culture,” “canoes, kayaks and culture,” etc. May be repeated one time with different topic.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
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EXP 371 - Introduction to White Water Kayak (4 cr.)
The first of two intermediate level white water kayaking courses, EXP375 teaches the fundamental skills, concepts and standard practices necessary for successful white water kayak expeditions. The process is presented as the application of technical, environmental, and organizational skills. The course identifies a reflective process of “thinking in action” and provides theoretical foundations and rationales for the application of white water kayak skills.
Prerequisite(s): EXP121 and EXP170 and EXP172 and EXP195 and EXP252 and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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EXP 372 - White Water Kayak II (3 cr.)
The second of two intermediate level white water kayak courses, EXP372 advances the fundamental concepts and standard practices that are the foundation of white water kayaking. These include advanced kayaking skills for white water settings, navigation and route finding on white water rivers, basic white water travel skills, and strategies for risk management. The class continues to develop the reflective expeditionary process of “thinking in action,” here providing theoretical foundations and rationales for the application of white water kayak expedition skills.
Prerequisite(s): EXP371 and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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