Environmental Science
Program Overview
What is Environmental Science?
Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary field that examines the role of humans on the Earth and provides students with an understanding of the application of biological, chemical, and physical sciences to environmental systems. Environmental Science also examines how human behavior and institutions affect the global environment. Topics typically include population biology, ecosystems, biodiversity, biochemistry, the chemistry of air and water pollution as well as geological processes, hazards, energy, and natural resources. Students gain knowledge of fundamental concepts in the life sciences, physical sciences, and interdisciplinary natural sciences that inform society about the environment in which we live.
What do environmental scientists do?
Environmental scientists typically use their knowledge and skills to protect the environment and human health. They may clean up polluted areas, advise policymakers, or work with government and industry to reduce waste and improve conditions. Other career possibilities are academia, environmental law, environmental consulting, and resource management.
This is a suggested sequence of coursework and is one pathway for students to earn their degree/certificate. This is not an official educational plan. A counselor is able to assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. For more information about counseling and up-to-date program requirements, please visit https://www.cabrillo.edu/counseling/
For a more detailed program map of suggested courses, see the Environmental Science AS-T program map.
Transfer Pathways
This suggested course sequence is a transfer pathway to CSUMB Environmental Science Transfer Pathway.