Environmental Science, Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Analytical Sciences
Program Overview
The Environmental Science program with a concentration in Analytical Sciences at the University of Nebraska at Omaha requires a total of 82-91 credit hours. The program focuses on environmental monitoring and assessment, environmental law and regulations, and analytical sciences. Students gain knowledge and skills in chemistry, biology, geology, and geography. The program prepares students for careers in environmental management, planning, and research.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Environmental Science, Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Analytical Sciences program requires a total of 82-91 credit hours.
Required Core Courses:
- ENVN 2010 ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS (2 credits)
- GEOL 1010 ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY (3 credits)
- GEOG 1050 HUMAN-ENVIRONMENT GEOGRAPHY (4 credits)
- ENVN/GEOL/BIOL 4610 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT (3 credits)
- ENVN/GEOG 4820 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL LAW & REGULATIONS (3 credits)
- Approved course in statistics (BIOL 4110, STAT 1530, STAT 3000, PSYC 3130, SOC 2130) (3-4 credits)
- Approved GIS course (ENVN 4600, GEOG 1090, GEOG 3530, GEOG 4050) (1-4 credits)
- Approved course focusing on the human dimensions of environmental studies (ANTH 4250, ENVN 3180, ENVN 4270, SOC 4760, PHIL 3180, PSCI 4270) (3 credits)
Analytical Sciences Concentration Requirements:
- CHEM 1180 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (3 credits)
- CHEM 1184 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I LABORATORY (1 credit)
- CHEM 1190 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (3 credits)
- CHEM 1194 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II LABORATORY (1 credit)
- Select one of the following organic chemistry sequences:
- CHEM 2210 & CHEM 2214 FUNDAMENTALS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY and FUNDAMENTALS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (5 credits)
- CHEM 2250 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (3 credits)
- CHEM 2260 & CHEM 2274 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II and ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (5 credits)
- CHEM 2500 INTRODUCTION TO INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3 credits)
- CHEM 3030 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (3 credits)
- CHEM 3650 FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY (3 credits)
- CHEM 3654 FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (1 credit)
Required Cognate Courses:
- BIOL 1330 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY (3 credits)
- BIOL 2440 THE BIOLOGY OF MICROORGANISMS (4 credits)
- PHYS 1110 GENERAL PHYSICS I (4 credits)
- PHYS 1154 GENERAL PHYSICS LABORATORY I (1 credit)
- PHYS 1120 GENERAL PHYSICS II (4 credits)
- PHYS 1164 GENERAL PHYSICS LABORATORY II (1 credit)
Plus a minimum of 11 hours selected from the following:
- GEOL 1170 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (4 credits)
- GEOL 2600 GEOHYDROLOGY (3 credits)
- GEOL 2750 & GEOL 2754 MINERALOGY and MINERALOGY LABORATORY (4 credits)
- GEOL 2760 & GEOL 2764 IGNEOUS AND METAMORPHIC PETROLOGY and IGNEOUS AND METAMORPHIC PETROLOGY LABORATORY (4 credits)
- GEOL 3300 & GEOL 3310 STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY and STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY FIELD METHODS (4 credits)
- GEOL 4540 GEOCHEMISTRY (3 credits)
- GEOL/GEOG 4640 CRITICAL ZONE SCIENCE (4 credits)
- GEOG 3510 METEOROLOGY (3 credits)
- GEOG 4030 COMPUTER MAPPING AND VISUALIZATION (3 credits)
- GEOG 4100 BIOGEOGRAPHY (3 credits)
- GEOG 4260 PROCESS GEOMORPHOLOGY (4 credits)
- GEOG 4320 CLIMATOLOGY (3 credits)
- GEOG 4330 SOIL GENESIS, MORPHOLOGY AND CLASSIFICATION (4 credits)
- GEOG 4340 WATER RESOURCES (3 credits)
- GEOG 4630 ENVIRONMENTAL REMOTE SENSING (4 credits)
- GEOG 4660 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS II (4 credits)
- BIOL 3020 MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF THE CELL (3 credits)
- BIOL 3340 ECOLOGY (4 credits)
- BIOL 3530 FLORA OF THE GREAT PLAINS (4 credits)
- BIOL 4120 CONSERVATION BIOLOGY (3 credits)
- ENVN 4180 FRESHWATER ECOLOGY (4 credits)
- ENVN 4350 GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE (3 credits)
Writing in the Discipline:
- NSCI 3940 along with CHEM 3354 and an additional approved lab
- ENGL 3980
Analytical Sciences Concentration Plan of Study Grid:
- Freshman Fall:
- ENGL 1150 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (3 credits)
- Humanities and Fine Arts/US Diversity (3 credits)
- Freshman Spring:
- BIOL 1330 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY (3 credits)
- CHEM 1190 & CHEM 1194 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II and GENERAL CHEMISTRY II LABORATORY (4 credits)
- ENVN 2010 ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS (2 credits)
- PHYS 1120 & PHYS 1164 GENERAL PHYSICS II and GENERAL PHYSICS LABORATORY II (5 credits)
- Sophomore Fall:
- CHEM 2250 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (3 credits)
- CMST 1110 or CMST 2120 PUBLIC SPEAKING FUND or ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE (3 credits)
- Social Science/Global Diversity (3 credits)
- Sophomore Spring:
- CHEM 2260 & CHEM 2274 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II and ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (5 credits)
- CHEM 2500 INTRODUCTION TO INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3 credits)
- GEOL 1010 ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY (3 credits)
- Humanities and Fine Arts (3 credits)
- Junior Fall:
- CHEM 3650 & CHEM 3654 FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY and FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY (4 credits)
- Approved Statistics Course (3 credits)
- Humanities and Fine Arts (3 credits)
- Social Science (3 credits)
- An approved course focusing on the human dimensions of environmental studies (3 credits)
- Junior Spring:
- GEOG 1050 HUMAN-ENVIRONMENT GEOGRAPHY (4 credits)
- Approved GIS Course (4 credits)
- Approved GEOL/GEOG/BIOL/ENVN elective (3 credits)
- Social Science (3 credits)
- Elective of choice, if needed to reach 120 (1-3 credits)
- Summer:
- Senior Fall:
- ENVN/GEOG/GEOL/BIOL 4610 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT ( ) (3 credits)
- ENVN 4820 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL LAW & REGULATIONS ( ) (3 credits)
- Senior Spring:
- BIOL 2440 THE BIOLOGY OF MICROORGANISMS (4 credits)
- CHEM 3030 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (3 credits)
- NSCI 3940 WRITING IN CHEMISTRY (2 credits)
- Approved GEOL/GEOG/BIOL/ENVN elective (3 credits)
Other:
- The minimum number of hours for a UNO undergraduate degree is 120 credit hours.
- Students need to take 30 hours each year to graduate on-time (four years for an undergraduate degree).
- Placement exams may be required for Math, English, and Foreign Language.
- Transfer credit or placement exam scores may change the suggested plan of study.
University of Nebraska Omaha
Overview:
University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) is a public metropolitan university located in Omaha, Nebraska. It is part of the University of Nebraska system and offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. UNO is known for its commitment to student success, affordability, and engagement with the Omaha community.
Services Offered:
UNO provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Academic Support:
Writing Center, Speech Center, tutoring services, and academic advising.Student Life:
Student organizations, student government, campus recreation, health services, and housing options.Career Services:
Career counseling, internship opportunities, and job placement assistance.Financial Aid:
Scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.Military and Veteran Services:
Dedicated resources and support for military-connected students.Library:
Extensive collection of books, journals, and digital resources.Campus Safety:
Security personnel, emergency procedures, and safety resources.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UNO offers a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for student involvement. Students can participate in a wide variety of clubs, organizations, and activities, including:
Athletics:
Cheer on the Mavericks in NCAA Division I sports.Events:
Attend concerts, lectures, performances, and community festivals.Student Center:
The Milo Bail Student Center provides a hub for student activities, dining, and social gatherings.Campus Recreation:
Participate in fitness classes, intramural sports, and outdoor activities.Key Reasons to Study There:
Affordable Tuition:
UNO offers competitive tuition rates, making it a value-driven option for students.Metropolitan Location:
Located in Omaha, a thriving city with diverse cultural offerings and job opportunities.Community Engagement:
UNO is deeply involved in the Omaha community through service learning, internships, and partnerships.Military Friendliness:
Recognized as a top institution for military friendliness, providing support for veterans and active-duty personnel.Exceptional Campus Life:
Offers a vibrant and engaging campus experience with numerous opportunities for student involvement.Academic Programs:
UNO offers a wide range of academic programs across its six colleges:
College of Arts and Sciences:
Humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics.College of Business Administration:
Business, accounting, finance, and marketing.College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media:
Communication, journalism, music, theatre, and art.College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences:
Education, health sciences, and human services.College of Information Science & Technology:
Computer science, information technology, and cybersecurity.College of Public Affairs and Community Service:
Public administration, criminal justice, and social work.Other:
- UNO has a strong focus on research and creative activity, offering opportunities for students to engage in research projects and scholarly endeavors.
- The university has a diverse student body, representing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
- UNO is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.
Entry Requirements:
This module is available to all health, social care and allied healthcare professionals who are either working in practice or planning to return to practice.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:
- IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill.
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) 56 overall with a minimum of 51 in each sub-skill.
- IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing.