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B.S. Major Requirements:
 
UNITS
Written/Oral Expression
0-8
See College requirement.  
Preparatory Subject Matter
53-69
Biological Sciences 1A-1B-1C or 2A, 2B, 2C 14-15
Chemistry 2A-2B 10
Economics 1A 5
Environmental Toxicology 10 3
Geology 1 or 50 3-4
Environmental and Resource Sciences 60 3
Mathematics 16A-16B or 21A-21B 6-8
Plant Sciences 21, 121, Engineering 5, Computer Science Engineering 10, 15 3-4
Physics 1A-1B or 7A-7B-7C or 9A-9B-9C—see option requirements 6-12
Physics 7A-7B-7C or 9A-9B-9C required for Air option.
Statistics 13 or 100 or 102 4
Breadth/General Education 18-24
Satisfaction of General Education requirements; additional units in social sciences and humanities to total 24 units.  
Depth Subject Matter
24-27
Written expression (in addition to college requirement), University Writing Program 101, 104A, 104B, 104C, 104D, 104E, or 104F 4
Agricultural and Resource Economics 147 or 148 3-4
Atmospheric Science 60 or Environmental and Resource Sciences 131 3-4
Soil Science 100 4
Environmental and Resource Sciences 100 or 121 3-6
Plant Sciences 101, Environmental Science and Policy 161, 179; Environmental Toxicology 138, Geology 134, Nature and Culture 120, Political Science 107, 171 or Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology 154 3-4
Plant Sciences 130, Entomology 104, Environmental and Resource Sciences 144, Environmental Science and Policy 100, Evolution and Ecology 101, or Plant Biology 117 or 142 3-4
Atmospheric Science 192 3
Areas of Specialization (choose one)  
Air Resource Option
26-28
Directed towards a general understanding of the atmosphere as a finite resource and of environmental problems currently faced by humankind. The option provides a broad understanding of the physical and chemical properties of the atmosphere, including the impacts of air pollution and global climate change. Employment opportu-nities include positions within federal, state, and county agencies concerned with environmental quality and with private companies.  
Atmospheric Science 30, 110, 116, 124, 133 16
Environmental Science and Policy 110 4
Choose two from Atmospheric Science 115, 149, 160; Environmental and Resource Sciences 131, 173, 185, 186; or Environmental Science and Policy 116 6-8
Unrestricted electives (to total 180)
25-52
Environmental Resources Option 18-26
For the general study of the physical, chemical and biological features of renewable natural resources, and the economic and social considerations associated with their use, protection and management. For those who plan careers associated with resource utilization and management, and those pursuing post-baccalaureate, academic, or professional training.  
Choose at least two from Soil Science 111, 112, 118; Geology 130, 134 6-9
Choose at least two from Atmospheric Science 116, 124, 133, 160; Environmental Toxicology 131, 138 6-7
Choose at least two from Plant Sciences 160; Environmental and Resource Sciences 144, 173, 185, 186; Geology 135; Hydrologic Science 134, 141, 145 6-10
Unrestricted electives (to total 180)
25-60
GIS and Remote Sensing Option
26
Conceptual and practical training in the application of remote sensing technology and geographical information systems to natural resource assessment and to monitor-ing human impacts on the environment. Appropriate training for those seeking employment as GIS specialists with natural resource management agencies or environ-mental consulting firms.  
Environmental and Resource Sciences 105, 185, 186; Applied Biological Systems Technology 180, 181, 182 26
Unrestricted Electives (to total 180)
25-52
Hydrobiology Option
32-35
Training in the biological aspects of water resources focusing on the understanding and protection of polluted and unpolluted water systems; the structure, function, and principles of aquatic systems. Graduates may seek employment with state and federal agencies such as Water Resources Control Board, Department of Fish and Game, Department of Water Resources, or consulting firms concerned with environmental impacts.  
Choose 28-35 units from Entomology 116; Environmental Science and Policy 123, 124, 151, 155; Environmental Toxicology 101; Geology 116, 135, 139; Hydrologic Science 134, 141; Plant Biology 118, 178; Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology 120, 120L, 123, 153 28-35
Unrestricted Electives (to total 180)
16-50
Land and Water Management Option
17-29
A broad background in management of soil and water resources in both natural and agricultural ecosystems. Emphasis on analysis of soils and plants for estimating crop nutrient requirements and principles of irrigation and drainage of agricultural land. Appropriate for those seeking employment with state and federal agencies or with agroindustry.  
Choose at least two from Soil Science 105, 109, 111, 118, 120 8-13
Choose at least two from Hydrologic Science 110, 124, 134, 141, 143, 144 6-12
Choose at least one from Plant Sciences150; Environmental and Resource Sciences 144, 173; Geology 134, 135 3-4
Unrestricted Electives (to total 180)
22-61
Plant Environmental Interactions Option
22-28
Provides background in plant functioning and allows integration of biological and environmental science to provide understanding of natural and managed ecosystems.  
Note: Chemistry 8A, 8B prerequisite to Plant Biology 111 and 112.  
Choose 23-28 units from Plant Sciences160, 131; Atmospheric Science 133; Environmental and Resource Sciences 144, 173; Environmental Science and Policy 123, 155; Hydrologic Science 124; Plant Biology 111, 111D, 111L, 112, 112D, 117, 141, 142, 157, 158; Soil Science 109, 111, 112 23-28
Unrestricted Electives (to total 180)
23-55
Total Units for the Major
180
Major Adviser. Mark Grismer (Land, Air, and Water Resources)
Advising Center for the major is located in 1152 Plant and Environmental Science Building (530) 752-1669.  
Related Courses. See courses listed under Agricultural and Resource Economics, Agricultural Management and Rangeland Resources, Animal Science, Entomology, Environmental Biology and Management, Environmental Science and Policy, Environmental Toxicology, Evolution and Ecology, Geography, Geology, Hydrologic Sci-ence, Plant Biology, Range Science, Soil Science, and Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology.  
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