| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 50.39 |
| Liaison | Marianella Franklin |
| Submission Date | Aug. 28, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
AC-2: Learning Outcomes
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
6.03 / 8.00 |
Cynthia
J. Brown, PhD Interim Provost/VPAA Office of the Provost |
Number of students who graduated from a program that has adopted at least one sustainability learning outcome:
Total number of graduates from degree programs:
A copy of the list or inventory of degree, diploma or certificate programs that have sustainability learning outcomes:
A list of degree, diploma or certificate programs that have sustainability learning outcomes:
1. Environmental Science Major and B.S. Undergraduate Program
https://portal.utpa.edu/utpa_main/daa_home/cose_home/biology_home/biology_images/env-sci-deg-requirements.pdf
2. Environmental Science Minor
http://portal.utpa.edu/utpa_main/daa_home/cosm_home/esp_home/minor
3. Environmental Studies Minor
http://esutrgv.wix.com/esutrgv
A list or sample of the sustainability learning outcomes associated with degree, diploma or certificate programs (if not included in an inventory above):
1. Graduates of the Environmental Science Major and B.S. Undergraduate Program can demonstrate the use of analytical and technical tools used in finding solutions to environmental sciences research questions. They can also apply professional evaluative methodologies and appropriate environmental laws and regulations for impact analyses and environmental problem solving. Additionally, students develop and enhance the following cognitive skills: a. Explain and apply fundamental environmental sciences theories; b. Identify multiple dimensions of environmental science issues; and c. understand and apply knowledge of regulations to environmental issues.
2. The Environmental Science Minor provides students with an applied knowledge in environmental science which empowers them to work with environmental federal or state agencies, non-profit organizations or institutions, or for-profit commercial industry or consulting firms. Additionally, the coursework is intended to prepare students for portions of professional certification reviews or examinations.
3. The UTPA Environmental Studies Minor promotes environmental literacy and sustainability and raises awareness of the effects of daily decisions on how we interact with animals and plants and how we use natural resources such as water, air, and soil. It takes a holistic ecological perspective, reflecting the recognition that human activities are dependent upon natural processes and that humans are a part of interconnected systems. It is broadly interdisciplinary, encompassing courses from the humanities, social sciences, health and human services, sciences, business, engineering, and public policy. It enables students to identify environmental problems, communicate across disciplines, and promote sustainable solutions. Students can explore relationships between global ecology and our South Texas environment, and also examine the relationships among social inequalities, negative environmental impacts, and environmental justice.
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