About this Degree This area of emphasis promotes the assessment, conservation, and rehabilitation of the soil, water, wetland, and endangered species components of the natural landscape. The curriculum is broad-based, furnishing a comprehensive understanding of the physical and biological elements of the natural environment, an appreciation of the social, political, and economic forces that influence natural resources policy decisions, and the ability to analyze natural resource problems to forge realistic solutions. This program is part of Warnell's Natural Resources Management and Sustainability degree. Learn More What you will learn Learn about how water moves through soil, the layers of soil, how our soil and water systems support plant and animal life, and the effects of contaminants on these systems. Other Academic Information Course Sequences Curriculum Other Programs Offered: Students pursuing the water and soil resources area of emphasis in the natural resource management and sustainability major may be able to complete one or more of the following programs. Please consult your advisor for details. Water Resources certificate Environmental Soil Science minor Environmental Health Science minor GIS certificate Informatics certificate Student Organizations Student Association of Fire Ecology (SAFE) Employment Information Possible Job Titles Possible Job Titles: Ecologist Soil scientist Hydrologist Other Relevant Information Research General Research Information: Our water and soils faculty are involved in a range of projects, such as soil quality in working forests or how pollutants move through soil systems and into waterways. Undergraduate students are welcome to connect with faculty to learn more about research opportunities. Accreditation Accreditation: Students can meet the educational requirements for Certified Soil Scientist (by the Soil Science Society of America) and/or prepare for the certified hydrologist exam offered by the American Institute of Hydrologists.
