ENSC 6315 Environmental Science II
Essential concepts in biodiversity, Texas tree studies, ecological succession and restoration, water pollution, urban heat islands and population dynamics are examined through inquiry-based activities. Topics and hands-on activities include mathematics and modeling of biodiversity, Texas tree survey, evaluation of ecological succession within the San Antonio Headwaters area, identification of invasive and non-invasive species in San Antonio landscapes, microhabitats, nature of urban heat islands, climate, air quality, aerial photograph interpretation, soil resources, identification of point and non-point sources of water pollution, and modeling population growth.
Cross Listed Courses
Cross-listed with ENSC 7315