Environmental Science 20

Students will examine ecosystems, biodiversity, air quality, climate change, population growth, resource management and pollution focusing on both local and global perspectives. 

Prerequisite

Science 10

Delivered

Online Asynchronous or Live Broadcast

Credits

Science 20 or Elective 20

What Will I Learn?

Students will learn how to examine environmental issues such as climate change, water, soil, and air quality, urbanization, bioresource management, waste handling and disposal, land-use planning, and the impacts of agriculture and industry on the environment from scientific and Indigenous knowledge perspectives.

They will investigate environmental challenges and explore strategies and technologies to address these issues.

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Online Live Broadcast OR Asynchronous Courses

Students have the option to enrol in the Environmental Science 20 live synchronous course OR the Environmental Science 20 online asynchronous course.

  • Live synchronous: students attend a live class at a specific time, every school day. If you're interested in enrolling in the synchronous course, please review the live broadcast details and schedule.

  • Online asynchronous: students can take Environmental Science 20 anywhere, anytime.

Units of Study

Nature of Environmental Science

Atmosphere and Human Health

Terrestrial ecosystems

Aquatic ecosystems

Human Population and Pollution

Careers in Environmental Science

Self-Directed Study

Exams

No Proctored Exams

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Course Materials

You Will Need

Reliable internet connection and device to submit course work  

Supplied by Sask DLC

Online course materials

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre provides Kindergarten to Grade 12 courses to Saskatchewan students who choose to study online. We empower students and families to choose the learning environment that works best for them, while supporting their graduation plan.

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