Introductory exploration of the scientific principles underlying climate change, focusing on the causes, impacts, potential solutions, the interplay between biology and climate change, and the ecological consequences of warming temperatures. Students will develop an understanding of the Earth's climate system, the role of human activities in driving climate change, and the scientific methods used to study and predict climate trends. Through lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities, students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to critically assess climate science research and the biological implications of climate change.  

A written and/or oral report on the scientific activities of a Co-op or other Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience. Faculty approval is required prior to any placement. A component of the grade will be the supervisor’s evaluation of the student. Graded on a CR/NCR basis.

This course is designed for undergraduates preparing for entrance to an elementary teacher education program. It is an introductory level course for students having a limited science background. The topics selected are based on the Atlantic Provinces Science Curriculum, 1995. Included are: properties of living things, life processes and organization of living things, populations, energy flow and cycles within systems, the earth and its atmosphere. This course is not open to science majors.