Earth & Environment
College of Arts & Sciences
Crises of Planet Earth
CAS ES 105
After covering the origin of the universe, earth, and life, the course examines two topics: natural hazards, including earthquakes and volcanoes; and human impacts on Earth, including climate change, ozone depletion, pollution, and increasing demands on mineral and energy resources. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. 4 cr. Tuition: $2720; lab fee: $200; total charge: $2920
Summer 2 (July 2-August 10)
| Course Start Date | Monday, July 2, 2018 |
| Last day to add | Monday, July 9, 2018 |
| Last day to drop without "W" grade | Monday, July 9, 2018 |
| Last day to drop with "W" grade | Wednesday, July 25, 2018 |
| Course End Date | Friday, August 10, 2018 |
Introduction to Climate and Earth System Science
CAS ES 107
Introduction to Earth as an integrated system composed of interacting biosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, lithosphere, and atmosphere subsystems. Major themes include earth system stability, instability, and capacity for change on all time scales, including human-induced climate change. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. 4 cr. Tuition: $2720
Summer 1 (May 22-June 29)
| Course Start Date | Tuesday, May 22, 2018 |
| Last day to add | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop without "W" grade | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop with "W" grade | Thursday, June 14, 2018 |
| Course End Date | Friday, June 29, 2018 |
Environmental Change and Sustainability
CAS GE 100
Introduction to basic physical, ecological, and environmental concepts underlying the relationship between human society and the natural environment. Evaluation of problems and options available in dealing with the areas of natural resources, pollution, environmental degradation, and population growth. Carries social science divisional credit in CAS. 4 cr. Tuition: $2720
Summer 1 (May 22-June 28)
| Course Start Date | Tuesday, May 22, 2018 |
| Last day to add | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop without "W" grade | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop with "W" grade | Thursday, June 14, 2018 |
| Course End Date | Thursday, June 28, 2018 |
Sustainable Energy: Technology, Resources, Society, and Environment
CAS GE 150
Examines the social, environmental, and technological aspects of renewable and nonrenewable energy systems, their historical evolution and implications for the future. Discusses energy issues in context of globalization, climate change, and sustainable development. Explores lifestyle and policy decisions related to energy issues. Carries social science divisional credit in CAS. 4 cr. Tuition: $2720
Summer 1 (May 22-June 28)
| Course Start Date | Tuesday, May 22, 2018 |
| Last day to add | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop without "W" grade | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop with "W" grade | Thursday, June 14, 2018 |
| Course End Date | Thursday, June 28, 2018 |
Environmental Landscapes of New England
CAS GE 230
Examines human-environment interactions through exploration of various sites in the Boston area. Considers contemporary sustainability challenges and their historical origins. Students see first-hand how human activity both shapes the landscape around us and is shaped by it. 4 cr. Tuition: $2720
Summer 1 (May 22-June 28)
| Course Start Date | Tuesday, May 22, 2018 |
| Last day to add | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop without "W" grade | Tuesday, May 29, 2018 |
| Last day to drop with "W" grade | Thursday, June 14, 2018 |
| Course End Date | Thursday, June 28, 2018 |
Law for Sustainability
CAS GE 521
A survey of the major features of environmental and related law: common law, statutory law, administrative law, and relevant procedural and constitutional issues. Examines how well these laws work to bring about sustainability. Students read cases and practice advocacy. 4 cr. Tuition: $2720
Summer 2 (July 3-August 9)
| Course Start Date | Tuesday, July 3, 2018 |
| Last day to add | Monday, July 9, 2018 |
| Last day to drop without "W" grade | Monday, July 9, 2018 |
| Last day to drop with "W" grade | Wednesday, July 25, 2018 |
| Course End Date | Thursday, August 9, 2018 |