Certificate in Environmental Sciences in United States

Agriculture, Water, and Environmental Technologies

The Agriculture, Water, and Environmental Technologies program focuses on the diverse impacts of modern agriculture, extending beyond traditional farming and ranching to include health, safety, biosecurity, and environmental sustainability. California's leadership in agriculture means a constant demand for innovative and efficient practices in food production for both national and global markets. This program prepares students for various career pathways, including agricultural support (conservation, veterinary services), agricultural production, water and environmental services (irrigation, hazardous materials management), and agricultural wholesale trade (business administration, operations, sales).

Global Climate Change: Simple, Serious, and Solvable

This course delves into the complexities of global climate change, breaking it down into three core aspects: its simplicity, its seriousness, and its solvability. It explains the fundamental physics governing Earth's radiation balance and the role of greenhouse gases in driving climate shifts, referencing paleoclimate data to highlight the scale of modern changes. The program emphasizes the critical threat climate change poses to global ecosystems and economies, noting the long-term, potentially permanent nature of these impacts. Finally, it explores the feasibility and affordability of rapid global decarbonization, examining the economic, policy, and engineering solutions required, and concludes by analyzing cultural perspectives on these solutions.

Global Sustainability & Health Seminar

This online seminar delves into the complex and evolving issues surrounding climate change, sustainability, human health, and the global environment. Designed for students interested in a discussion-based learning experience, the course encourages engagement with peers and exploration of critical global challenges. You will examine how factors like land use, energy consumption, food systems, water usage, and population growth contribute to environmental degradation and impact human health at individual, community, and global levels.

Logan Science Journalism Program - Environmental Hands-On Research Course

Summer Research Experience in Environmental Health

The Yale School of Public Health offers a Summer Research Experience in Environmental Health, providing undergraduate students with an immersive research opportunity. This program aims to introduce students to the field of environmental health and its connection to public health outcomes. Participants will work closely with faculty mentors on ongoing research projects, gaining hands-on experience in research methodologies and data analysis. This experience is designed to foster an interest in public health and potentially guide future academic and career choices.