ERS280 Research Seminar in Environmental Sciences

This seminar course is designed to provide students with the tools to successfully complete the research experience in the area of environmental analysis. Students will use the time to discuss and identify the appropriate sampling and analysis methods for the following environmental issues: field sampling and sample preparation, organic and inorganic air pollutants, analysis of organic contaminants in groundwater, water microbiological analysis and extraction, clean-up and recoveries of contaminants from sediment. Appropriate experimental design and literature reviews will be covered.