BCH 249 - Sustainable Human Ecosystems

(2 units) CO9

Study of global food/hunger insecurity, science-based strategies to improve and sustain human food production into the future, preserve and improve environmental quality and promote human health.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 102; at least Sophomore standing. Recommended Preparation: BIOL 190A; BIOL 191A.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. articulate how research advancements have and will impact global food security, environment sustainability and human health.
2. distinguish between sound and unsound interpretation of science.
3. demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate the validity of information that commonly appears in the lay public, i.e. newspapers, magazines, social media, electronic communications, radio and television.

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