CHEM 180 Environmental Chemistry (SI)
The lecture portion of this class is a survey course that describes basic atmospheric, water, and soil chemistry principles, and relates these principles to the current challenges to our air, water, and soil environments. This course focuses on understanding the linkages and interactions of the air, water, and soil to gain a qualitative understanding of how pollutants behave in the environment. Students will investigate specific historical environmental events and the associated socioeconomic, ethical, human and environmental health, and political ramifications associated after the occurrence of the event. The lab portion of the course will require students to perform basic environmental testing techniques that provide an overview of the chemical theory necessary to perform the analysis and use equipment required to properly administer environmental analysis.