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Nov 26, 2024
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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Environmental Science, B.S.
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Requirements for the B.S. degree
To earn a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in environmental science, students must complete a minimum of 124 credits including: 1. An introductory prerequisite core (minimum of 31 credits) including
a. Required courses in biology
b. Required courses in chemistry
c. Required course in physics (4 credits)
d. 8 credits of mathematics above MTH 121 or statistics (STA 225 recommended)
2. Core requirements (minimum of 15 credits) including
3. Complete one of the specializations described below.
Specialization includes a minimum of 28 credits, and must be approved by the program director. At least 16 of the credits taken at the 300 level or above must be taken at Oakland University. Specialization in environmental health – (minimum of 28 credits)
Based upon an extensive curriculum planning study, this option combines environmental and occupational health perspectives in scientific and technical courses designed to provide pre-professional training for careers relating human health and safety factors to working conditions. Students learn to recognize, evaluate and control actual and potential environmental hazards.
Many opportunities exist at local and state levels of government to improve health and environmental quality, focusing on toxic substance control, food protection, water quality, and waste management. Students may also pursue careers in environmental consultancy or industry, such as occupational safety and health, risk assessment, and waste management. This specialization is also designed to adequately prepare students for further pursuits of graduate studies in the fields of toxicology, public health, and environmental chemistry. Required course work includes
Specialization in environmental sustainability and resource management (minimum of 28 credits)
This option emphasizes the wise use of resources, especially as they affect human health and well-being. Program electives offer training for a variety of field and laboratory opportunities including planning, resource management, environmental protection and public policy. 1. Required course work includes
2. Recommended electives include
Note
Elective courses for the specialization must be approved by the program director. Major standing must be achieved three semesters before graduation, and before a student reaches senior status, otherwise graduation may be delayed.
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