Graduate Courses in Environmental Studies (ENVS)

ENVS 212 - Advanced Agroecology

An in-depth overview of research and application in the field of agroecology, including ecological and social dynamics in agricultural landscapes in Vermont and abroad. Pre/co-requisites: PSS 021 and 1 sem ecology at the 100- level or above or permission. Cross-listed with PSS 212.

Credits: 0 to 4

ENVS 238 - Ecological Landscape Design

Studio course synthesizing work from fields of landscape ecology and landscape design, exploring ecological design alternatives at multiple scales, and developing multifunctional landscape solutions. Pre/co-requisites: Minimum junior standing; PSS 137 or one course in ecology plus one course in design or drawing. Cross-listed with CDAE 238, PSS 238, NR 238.

Credits: 4

ENVS 267 - Environmental History Seminar

Advanced reading and research on the role and influence of nature on human history and how people and cultures have influenced the natural world. Prerequisite: ENVS 151; 6 credits in HST. Cross-listed with HST 267.

Credits: 3

ENVS 291 - Advanced Environmental Pract

Individual readings and research, internship, or field-based learning experience at the advanced level, under direction of faculty member or environmental practitioner. Prerequisite: 1, 2; senior or graduate standing.

Credits: 1 to 12

ENVS 292 - Env Conflict Resolution

Explores the causes of conflicts involving environmental concerns and the role of environment as a factor in conflict development and mediation. Pre/co-requisites: 100-level course in ENVS or NR; junior, senior, or graduate standing.

Credits: 3

ENVS 293 - Environmental Law

Principles of environmental law, including legal research methods, threshold issues, case law, trial procedure, and international comparisons in aspects of air, land, and water law. Prerequisite: Junior standing.

Credits: 3

ENVS 294 - Environmental Education

Philosophy, concepts, and strategies of environmental education, emphasizing integration of environmental concerns into formal and nonformal educational programs for youth and adults. Prerequisite: Six hours of intermediate or advanced courses in environmental studies or related areas.

Credits: 3

ENVS 295 - Advanced Special Topics

Advanced courses of current areas of interest which may vary each semester. Topics have included environmental health, energy, regional planning, international studies, literature, ethics, and natural area management. Prerequisites: One environmental course at 100 level, junior standing.

Credits: 1 to 18