These are the desired attributes of students that graduates from our undergraduate programs. The courses and specific learning objectives help build toward these outcomes however we appreciate that the developement of these high-level traits are the result of personal expericences and growth.
Outcome name description Explain Interactions Explain interactions among the physical, biological, chemical, and human components of the environment Evaluate Validity Evaluate the validity and limitations of scientific theories and claims about the environment Use a scientific approach to research and management Approach problem solving using both science and social science/humanities Develop and test hypotheses to address environmental questions Develop and manage environmental research projects Design environmental/social science research and collect, analyze, and interpret data Design environmental research and collect, analyze, and interpret environmental data Identify anthropogenic drivers Identify drivers of environmental problems and potential solutions Evaluate management approaches Identify drivers of environmental problems and analyze the relative merits of policy solutions Generate & communicate informed positions Generate and communicate supported conclusions on environmental problems at hand Work effectively and collaboratively Work collaboratively in a team to develop approaches to address environmental issues