ENST 400 - Environmental Methods and Analysis

Description:
Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in the social and natural sciences with emphasis on practical application to a variety of examples in the environment. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Formerly ENST 304, students may not receive credit for both.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ENST 300.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Distinguish between data, inference, and interpretation.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different quantitative and qualitative analytical tools and identify situations where each type of analysis is appropriate.
Assess the significance of data through statistical analysis.
Interview stakeholders concerning selected environmental topics (e.g. water use, renewable energy, climate change, etc.).

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/23/20

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