• EVSC 3201

    Fundamentals of Ecology Laboratory
     Rating

    4.24

     Difficulty

    3.00

     GPA

    3.51

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Field and laboratory experimentation illustrative of ecological systems, and their checks, balances, and cycles. Corequisite: EVSC 3200.

  • EVSC 3020

    GIS Methods
     Rating

    3.45

     Difficulty

    2.71

     GPA

    3.56

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Explores the theory of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and their applications in a range of disciplines using various GIS software packages. Example applications are from physical and social sciences, often with a focus on the Charlottesville-Albemarle area. For students interested in immediate applications of GIS in their work. Experience with word processing, file managers, and other computing skills is essential. Prerequisite: The equivalent of the College natural science/mathematics and social science area requirements.

  • EVSC 5020

    Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.63

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    This is an introductory course focusing on the theory and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology. The course combines related theory with practical laboratory assignments.

  • EVSC 3301

    Atmosphere and Weather Laboratory
     Rating

    2.88

     Difficulty

    3.50

     GPA

    3.63

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Studies the principles of measurements, instrumentation for measuring atmospheric parameters, and methods of observing and calculating atmospheric variables. Corequisite: EVSC 3300.

  • EVSC 2801

    Fundamentals of Geology Laboratory
     Rating

    3.86

     Difficulty

    1.71

     GPA

    3.67

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Field and laboratory experimentation into the nature of earth materials and processes, especially as applied to use and human problems. Corequisite: EVSC 2800.

  • EVSC 4559

    New Course in Environmental Science
     Rating

    3.80

     Difficulty

    1.80

     GPA

    3.68

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new topic in the subject area of environmental science.

  • EVSC 7559

    New Course in Environmental Science
     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.68

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new topic in the subject area of environmental science.

  • EVSC 4993

    Independent Study
     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.68

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Specialized topics in ecology, atmosphere, hydrology, environmental geology, or environmental systems not normally covered in formal classes under the direction of the faculty. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • EVSC 4995

    Supervised Research
     Rating

     Difficulty

     GPA

    3.71

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Original research usually involving a field or laboratory problem in the environmental sciences under the direction of one or more faculty members. The results may form the basis of an undergraduate thesis which is required to partially fulfill the Distinguished Majors Program in environmental sciences. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • EVGE 5850

    Geochemistry
     Rating

    2.33

     Difficulty

    1.50

     GPA

    3.75

    Last Taught

    Fall 2025

    Studies the principles that govern the distribution and abundance of the elements in the earth's lithosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. Prerequisite: College chemistry and calculus; intorductory earth science or geology recommended.