Chemistry and the Environment

Overview

Subject area

CH

Catalog Number

110

Course Title

Chemistry and the Environment

Department(s)

Description

This course examines the role of chemistry in current environmental topics of interest to all citizens. Topics covered include: Green Chemistry, Acid Rain, Destruction of Ozone layer, Greenhouse effect and Global Warming, Traditional and Alternative Energy sources, Air, Water and Land Pollution sources, effects, detection and control/prevention. There is great emphasis on the importance of practicing green chemistry in order to achieve a sustainable civilization.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

RLP - Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

034048

Course Schedule