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SCI260
General
Science |
The purpose of this survey course is to give the student
a broad overview of modern science and to serve as a starting point for
the study of other sciences. Topics include overviews of the major
unifying principles of Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science, Biology, Meteorology,
and Astronomy. Emphasis will be placed on scientific methodology
and on the intergration ofthe various science disciplines with each other
and with other disciplines as well. (3 credits; fall, spring) |
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SCI261
Earth
Science |
Earth Science is a broad, nonquantitative
survey course that introduces the student to elements of geology, oceanography,
meteorology, and astronomy. Topics considered in this course include
plate tectonics, natrual disasters, human impact on global climate, and
tools used by astronomers to probe the universe. This course will
develop a student's appreciation of the physical universe. (3 credits;
Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer) |
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SCI
262
Physical
Geology |
This course explores the cyclicality of geologic processes
that shape the Earth. Volvanic activity and earthquakes contribute
to the building of mountains. Rivers and oceans help to destroy mountains.
This simplistic idea is expanded to give the student a very good idea of
"how the Earth works". This course may be taken with a laboratory
to fulfill the laboratory requirement. (3 credits; Fall and Spring) |
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SCI265
Chemistry |
Recommended for students who plan to enter an industry
where a general knowledge of chemsitry is desirable, the general principles
of inorganic chemistry are covered inthis course. The fields of organic
chemistry and biochemistry are also surveyed. Atoms, molecules, and
their chemical reactions are studied in depth and the use of chemicals
in industry and the use of chemicals by living things are examined.
This course may be taken with a laboratory to fulfill the laboratyory requirement.
(3 credits; Fall and Spring) |
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SCIL265
Chemistry
Laboratory |
Laboratory experimentation is the foundation of the science
of chemistry. The "hands on " experiments performed in this course
will illustrate the principles, theories, and laws discussed in the lecutre
portion of the course. Co-requisite: This course may only be taken
concurrently with the lecture course; fulfills teh laboratory requirement.
(1 credit; Fall and Spring) |
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SCI355
Energy
Management
Strategies |
In this course students review the principles of energy
transformation, explore alternative energy resources and their feasibility,
and assess current and future energy policy formation. In addition,
struents examine the economic and ecological impacts of various poicy options
and provide assistance i structuring institutional managment plans for
efficient energy use. (3 credits; |
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SCIL355
Energy
Management
Strategies
Laboratory |
This laboratory course complements Energy Management
Strategies. Familiarity with a variety of non-renewable and renewable
resources will be gained through hands on activites. Exercises include
evaluation of fossil fuel efficiency, computer simulations of resource
allocation, and the design of a solar house. (1 credit;
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SCI371
Human
Impact
on
Land and
Life |
The human population, growing exponentially,
is requiring an increasing amount of natural resources and generating a
corresponding increase in wastes. The results are stressing our environment
to the point of fatigue. This course covers
environmental issues in land management, wildlife protection,
and human health. Topics include an examination of the environmental
problems presented by urbanization and modernization. Tools and techniques
for analysis in problem solving and risk assessment will be emphasized.
(3 credit; Spring; Prerequiste: a science course with lab) |
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SCI385
Sustaining Air and Water |
Air and water pollution has impacted
our way of life. Environmental issues concerning air and water pollution
have also become important considerations in many business decisions.
Therefore, an understanding of air and water pollution is essential.
This course covers their environmental impact, causes, and current treatment
and prevention efforts. Topics include acid rain, global warming,
ozone layer depletion, ocean dumping, river management, and groundwater
contamination. Tools for analysis in problem solving will be.
An ability to write a one page paper (white paper) to analyze and solve
a problem will be developed. In-class experimentation and visits
to area Superfund sites are also included. |
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Research
Bioremediation Fly ash
Oil spill
Tech transfer
P2 |
Factors Affecting Bioremediation. Continued
collaborative work with Michigan Technological University on this basic
research. Specifically,
1. identification and characterization of microorganisms
that have the ability to utilize organic contaminants as carbon sources.
2. organic contaminant availability in the subsurface
and the application of surfactants.
Growth studies involving fly ash. Continued
collaborative work with Wilkes University on this applied research. Fly
ash is produced in great quantities from coal-burning electrical power
plants, each with their own physical and chemical properties. The fly ash
under study was collected from a power plant in Wilkes-Barre, PA). The
fly ash is presently being disposed at a great expense. The potential exists
to utilize the fly ash as a growth supplement for cash crops, therefore
turning an expense item into a revenue stream. Growth studies are being
conducted at Bryant with student involvement.
Evaluation of an air sparging treatment technology
at Prudence Island Oil Refueling Depot, a DoD site. Developed collaborative
work with colleagues at Bryant, Army Corps of Engineers, and DEM on this
applied research. Air sparging was utilized to enhance bioremediation of
BTEX compounds at an abandoned Naval refueling depot on the southern point
of Prudence Island in Narragansett Bay. Interviews have been conducted
and background information and results of test samples have been gathered
for the 18-month project. The site has been assessed and samples have been
collected to continue experimental work at the EPA Prudence Island Laboratory.
Bioremedation Overview: Can we help nature destroy
the contaminants that we continue to spill?
The use of microorganisms to transform contaminants to non-toxic products
has been practiced in wastewater treatment since the early 1900's. Much
of the knowledge applied to the development of in-situ bioremediation was
gained from this wastewater treatment process. (continue...)
Assessment of a foreign country's needs for US
environmental technology. U.S. businesses interested in exporting environmental
technology generally do not have specific information about a foreign country's
environmental problems. Consequently, export opportunities go unrealized.
Students are involved in research to assess various countries needs of
U.S. environmental technology. This assessment will be compiled in a report
and made available to RI businesses through the RI Export Assistance Center
at Bryant College.
Pollution Prevention. Student research is being
conducted to survey the Pollution Prevention (P2) efforts of RI industry.
The survey examines barriers that have prevented companies from realizing
their full P2 potential. The results will be published in an environment
management journal. |
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Assistant
Professor of Science & Technology
Bryant
College
1150
Douglas Pike
Smithfield
Rhode
Island
02917
401-232-6233
dlm1@bryant.edu |
