ESCI 1
Environmental Science
Course Description
This introductory course explores the relationships between human activities and the environment, examining their impacts on living and nonliving systems. Course topics include evolution, ecology, biodiversity, human population dynamics, resource use, pollution, environmental degradation, climate change, management of marine and freshwater resources, and environmental policy.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28230 | ESCI 1 | 01 | M·W···· | 10:30 AM-12:20 PM | Philip Higgins | KC115 |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
ESCI D001.FYE: This class is part of the First Year Experience (FYE) Learning Community, designed to help first year students succeed through community-building and linked classes. This is a HYBRID class that has both online and ON CAMPUS attendance requirements. Concurrent enrollment in EWRT 01A.FY and COUN 005.1FY (26639) required. For more information, contact Jorge Morales at moralesjorge@deanza.edu. Students must have access to a computer, the internet, and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
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Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Pass/Fail Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.