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  • ESM 5995: Topics:

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    Topics pertaining to ecosystem science and natural resource management. Intended to accommodate instruction in various specialized subjects being offerred for the first time or not offered on a regular basis. Students may enroll in more than one section of this course provided topics are different. Prerequisites: Appropriate to the particular topic will be specified in the course advertisement.
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  • ESS 1000: Wyoming Earth Syst

    3.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    Introduces the study of environmental systems science by investigating Earth's athrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. Studying Wyoming's unique environments and current issues, students will access, analyze, and interpret date to understand how natural and human-caused changes influence larger Earth and environmental systems. Prerequisites: none.
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  • ESS 2000: Geochemical Cycles & Earth Sys

    4.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    Introduces Earth System, including the solid Earth, hydrosphere, biosphere and atmosphere. Emphasizes the evolution of the Earth, rock associations and geochemical cycles. Cross listed with GEOL 2000. Prerequisites: 1000 level GEOL course with lab and concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1020.
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  • ESS 3480: Environmental Change

    3.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    Examines changes in the bio-physical environments and landscapes of Earth during its habitation by humans. Emphasizes integrated approaches to understanding environmental changes based on climatological, ecological, geological, archeological, and historical evidence. Explores how humans have modified Earth's environments and how societies have responded to natural and anthropogenic environmental change. Cross listed with GEOG 3480. Prerequisite: GEOG 1010 or any USP PN course and USP COM1.
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  • ESS 4001: ESS Modeling

    4.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    "Statistical thinking will one day be as necessary for efficient citizenship as the ability to read and write." In this course, we lead with environmental questions to examine elements of statistics, statistical thinking, data analysis, and data visualization in the environmental sciences. We use program R for all applications.
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  • ESS 4780: Biogeochemistry

    3.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    A comprehensive treatment of biogeochemistry with emphasis on biogenic elements and biological processes. Reviews occurrence of elements, their behavior in the biosphere, and how their cycles are affected by humans. Dual listed with ESS 5780. Cross listed with BOT 4780. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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  • ESS 4950: Exploring the Earth System

    3.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    Interdisciplinary research on a problem addressing physical, biological, and human components of the Earth System. With several written reports, students critically review existing literature, define a research question, collect and analyze data, and present their results in a recognized journal format. Undergraduate credit only will be given for this course. Prerequisites: ESS 2000 and either ESS 3480 or GEOG 3450.
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  • ESS 4970: Internship in ESS

    2.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    Academic credit for internship required of all ESS majors. The work is usually off-campus with government or industry, but may involve research with a UW faculty member. Requires a written proposal and written report, both reviewed and approved by the ESS Steering Committee. Prerequisite: ESS 4001.
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  • ESS 5780: Biogeochemistry

    3.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    A comprehensive treatment of biogeochemistry with emphasis on biogenic elements and biological processes. Reviews occurrence of elements, their behavior in the biosphere, and how their cycles are affected by humans. Dual listed with ESS 4780. Cross listed with BOT 5780. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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  • FCSC 1001: Intro to Hum. Dev. & Fam. Sci.

    3.00 Credits
    University of Wyoming

    An overview of research and theory in the field of human development and family science including practical information about possible career paths. Primary focus is about how individuals develop across the lifespan within family contexts. Students will also explore how culture and social contexts shape personal growth and family functioning.
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