A minor is offered in Environmental Science. This minor targets students with a primary interest in the physical sciences and an inclination to learn about environmental issues. Students completing this program will have made substantial progress towards fulfilling the requirements for majoring in Environmental Geochemical Science, Chemistry or Geology.
It is strongly recommended that students consult with Prof. Shafiul Chowdhury, Director of the Environmental Science Program, chowdhus@newpaltz.edu, (845) 257-2618.
MINOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (22-24 credits)
CORE (16 credits)
(8) 22201,22202 General Chemistry 1,2
(4) 50220 Physical Geology
(4) 50370 Introduction to Environmental Science & Engineering
ELECTIVES (6-8 credits)
(4) 15210 Introductory Biology
(4) 15340 Ecology
(4) 22303 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
(4) 22318 Organic Chemistry 1
(3) 48383 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
(3) 48406 Natural Resource Management
(3) 50339 Natural Resources and Energy
(3) 50346 Conservation and Environmental Impact
(3) 50507 Introduction to Hydrogeolog
