Course Description

Bachelor of Technology in Environmental
Science Programme

The Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech.) Degree blends hands-on, high level skills and theoretical knowledge in specific technologically intensive disciplines by combining the study of a scientific discipline with the associated technology. The primary objectives are to produce graduates with the intellectual skills and scholarly background needed to:

•  Understand the complex interactions between humans and their environment and the problems that invariable arise

•  Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to formulate decisions and innovative solutions that are environmentally sound

•  Anticipate challenges whilst taking advantage of entrepreneurial opportunities

Programme Structure

The Bachelor of Technology has a '2+2' format. It is a two-year specialist course that is added to the end of a two year Associate Degree. Students pursing the B. Tech. in Environmental Science do common courses in the first year. In the second year, they may choose to specialise in Environmental Protection and Management or Ecotourism.

Career Options

Graduates of this programme may find employment in the areas of Environmental Management, either in public or private sectors. Graduates of the Ecotourism Specialisation are expected to attain leadership positions in the development of Jamaica's Tourism Product along sustainable lines. Each graduate is fully equipped to begin his/her own businesses.

Curriculum of the Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Science

Year Three, Semester One                                              Credits

ENVS 3101 Ecology & Field Techniques                          3 (2:3)
ENVS 3102 Environment & Society: Perspectives & Issues 3 (3:0) ENVS 3103 Environmental Chemistry                              3 (2:3)
ENVS 3104 Environmental Sociology & Communication       3 (3:0)
ENVS 3105 Caribbean Flora & Fauna                              3 (2:3)

Year Three, Semester Two                                               Credits

ENVS 3206 Environmental Toxicology                            3 (2:3)
ENVS 3207 Energy and the Environment                        3 (3:0)
ENVS 3208 Human Population & Environment Dynamics                                                                  3(3:0)
ENVS 3209 Coastal & Marine Management                      3 (2:3)
ENVS 3210 Conservation & Sustainable Development        3 (2:3)

 

Environmental Protection & Management Specialization	Ecotourism Specialization
Year Four, Semester One	Year Four, Semester One
ENVS 4111 Environmental Economics &     Impact Assessment 3	ENVS 4111 Environmental Economics &     Impact Assessment 3
ENVS 4112 Environmental Policy, Laws &   Regulations 3	ENVS 4112 Environmental Policy, Laws &   Regulations 3
ENVS 4113 Land Resources: Conservation & Management 3	ENVS 4113 Land Resources: Conservation & Management 3
ENVS 4114 Water Resources Conservation & Management Ecotourism Concepts & Practices 3	ENVS 4114 Water Resources Conservation & Management Ecotourism Concepts & Practices 3
PLSC 4104 Integrated Pest     Management 3	ECOT 4101 Cultural Issues in       Tourism 3
Year Four, Semester Two	Year Four, Semester Two
ENVS 4215 Project Development & Management 3	ENVS 4215 Project Development & Management 3
ENVS 4216 Wildlife: Conservation & Management 3	ECOT 4203 Adventure Tourism &   Special Events 3
ENVS 4217 Natural Hazards: Mitigation & Assessment 3	ECOT 4204 Foreign Language 3
ENVS 4218 Environmental Management Systems 3	ECOT 4205 Entrepreneurship 3
PLSC 3203 Agroforestry 3	ECOT 4206 Ecotourism Community Development 3

Electives = credits, CIEP = 8 credits          GRAND TOTAL = 74 credits