Program Information
The Freshwater Studies program is offered by 17勛圖’s Great Lakes Water Studies Institute. This program includes Introduction to Water Quality, Watershed Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Oceanography, Meteorology and Climatology, and Water Policy and Sustainability. The degree is intended for students who plan to further their studies and complete a bachelor’s degree with university partners located in Traverse City and offsite.
Year 1 |
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Fall |
Credits |
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English Composition |
4 |
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Watershed Science |
4 |
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Introduction to Water Quality |
3 |
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One Group 1 MTA mathematics class, or higher |
4 |
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Credits |
15 |
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Spring |
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English Composition |
4 |
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Oceanography |
4 |
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Introduction to GIS |
3 |
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Credits |
11 |
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Year 2 |
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Fall |
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Meteorology & Climatology |
4 |
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Essential Biology |
4 |
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Credits |
8 |
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Spring |
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Select one of the following: |
3 |
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Critical Thinking |
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Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas |
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Environmental Ethics |
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Water Policy & Sustainability |
3 |
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One Group 1-MTA Social Science (not GEO) |
3 |
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Credits |
9 |
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Total Credits |
43 |
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