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ESSP
Major Learning Outcomes MLO's
The ESSP major learning outcomes (MLO's) describe the knowledge, skills,
and abilities in science, technology, economics, and policy that all ESSP
majors must obtain before they graduate. Although external assessment
options are available, the applied, integrative nature of the ESSP major
necessitates a course-based path for the majority of students. The breadth
of competency required in several MLO's necessitates expertise in more
than one discipline, and the need for depth often mandates a sequence
of several related learning experiences. Consequently, the competencies
required in many MLO's can only be obtained in a sequence of several courses
or alternate learning experiences. The CSUMB courses needed that satisfy
the MLO's in each concentration are specified in the "Areas of Concentration"
section of this advising guide. To demonstrate the required competency,
students must receive a grade of C or higher in each required learning
experience.
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MLO #1: QUANTITATIVE FOUNDATIONS
Students must be able to apply the fundamental mathematical and statistical constructs used to communicate quantitative information within the context of Earth Systems Science and Policy.
MLO #2: EARTH SYSTEMS SCIENCE & POLICY FOUNDATIONS
Students must be able to apply basic scientific principles and methods to the study of a) major physical and life science components of the earth system, including the atmosphere, biosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere, as well as the chemical and physical processes underlying these components and b) human components of the earth system including the social, economic, and political structures that shape our interactions with our environment.
MLO #3: NATURAL SCIENCE COMPETENCY
Students must be able to understand, use, and accurately communicate advanced scientific concepts.
MLO #4: POLICY COMPETENCY
Students must be able to:
Examine the linkages between economics and environmental goods and services to analyze problems of resource allocation, and to apply the basic principles of environmental ethics to the analysis of environmental issues.
Critically evaluate alternative policies in terms of the economic, political, ethical, historical, and/or cultural factors that influence environmental decision-making.
MLO #5: DATA ACQUISITION, ANALYSIS, AND DISPLAY
Students must demonstrate proficiency with current technologies for acquiring, analyzing, and displaying data relevant to a real-world problem.
MLO #6: SYSTEMS APPROACH TO ENVIRONMENTAL DECISION MAKING
Students must be able to demonstrate skill in the application of general systems theory, system modeling, stakeholder analysis, cost/benefit analysis or other interdisciplinary analysis tools to evaluate the equitability and the effectiveness of alternative environmental decisions, policies, or actions.
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MLO #7: AREA OF CONCENTRATION
Students must be able to apply advanced knowledge and skills in a chosen area of Earth Systems Science and Policy.
MLO #8: SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY
Students must be able to use the scientific method to design, conduct, and interpret natural science and/or social science investigations, and understand the ethical norms that guide scientific practice.
MLO #9: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Students must be able to present clearly (in both written and oral formats) analyses of complex Earth Systems Science & Policy issues.
MLO #10: SERVICE LEARNING
Students must demonstrate the ability to combine disciplinary knowledge and community experiences to share the relevance and importance of science with culturally, linguistically, technologically, and economically diverse populations in the context of issues of social responsibility, justice, diversity and compassion.
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