Fall Term 2026 (1970)
AUENV 234 - Research and Field Skills in Environmental Science
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
An introductory methods-based course to establish and develop methods and skills of the environmental science discipline while applying the scientific method in various ecosystems of Alberta. Prerequisite: AUENV 120 or AUBIO 112.
LECTURE A01 (57145)
2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
TR 15:30 - 16:50
AUENV 351 - Biogeography
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Analysis of the spatial patterns of biotic systems and species. The course examines their past and present distribution patterns in the context of biological and ecological processes and human impacts. The course employs several methods of analysis, including geographic information systems. Prerequisite: AUBIO 253. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUGEO 351 (2021), AUENV 351 and AUBIO 351. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
LECTURE A01 (57146)
2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
MWF 15:00 - 15:50
AUIDS 401A - Community Partnership Project and Professionalization
0 units (fi 12)(VAR, 3-0-0)
With the support of a faculty advisor, students will work in small multidisciplinary groups on a specific issue raised by a community partner. This course introduces students to the skills and knowledge they need to work professionally with community partners, while reinforcing their ability to work collaboratively on a project. This course will also provide students with the skills and tools to market knowledge acquired in their degree in competitive job markets. Prerequisite: AUIDS 101; at least third-year standing.
LECTURE C02 (58114)
2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
MW 11:00 - 12:20
Winter Term 2027 (1980)
AUENV 220 - Foundations of Sustainability
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
This course provides an introduction to the history of sustainability as a concept, contemporary sustainability issues, and some of the diverse perspectives that can be held approaching sustainability. The course will especially focus on introducing aspects of sustainable development especially as it relates to the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and provide coverage on the interconnections, trade-offs and barriers associated with them.
LECTURE B01 (82105)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
MWF 13:00 - 13:50
AUENV 431 - Science of the Climate Crisis
3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
Climate change is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity. This course provides students an opportunity to develop familiarity and critical reasoning about the empirical evidence for and science behind the global climate crisis. With a global reach, we will consider the international scope of climate change, but a focus will be placed on developing a Canadian context. This is a seminar-style course - one driven by discussion and in which students will take on leadership roles of introducing materials and guiding discussions. Prerequisites: Third-year standing. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUENV 431 and AUENV 331 (2024).
LECTURE B01 (82106)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 15:30 - 16:50
AUIDS 401B - Community Partnership Project and Professionalization
6 units (fi 12)(VAR, 3-0-0)
With the support of a faculty advisor, students will work in small multidisciplinary groups on a specific issue raised by a community partner. This course introduces students to the skills and knowledge they need to work professionally with community partners, while reinforcing their ability to work collaboratively on a project. This course will also provide students with the skills and tools to market knowledge acquired in their degree in competitive job markets. prerequisite: AUIDS 101; at least third-year standing.
LECTURE C02 (83135)
2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
MW 11:00 - 12:20