This course explores the practice of environmental science with a focus on research and communication. Students will analyze primary literature, popular media, and presentations around current environmental science topics and issues. Students will also examine how environmental science research and reporting inform decision-making and policy. This course emphasizes communication skills including literature research and synthesis, and presentation of environmental science topics to diverse audiences.
Prerequisites
EVSC 1100.
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What you will learn
- Environmental science practice - professional roles, sectors and collaboration
Current issues and trends
Environmental policy and regulation
Indigenous and stakeholder engagement
Evaluation of information sources on environmental science topic- quality, relevance, bias
Critical analysis of scientific articles
Communication skills for environmental science
Stakeholder communication for decision-making
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.