Students at Northeast Texas Community College now have a new option for a lab science class. Beginning in the fall 2010 semester, NTCC is offering Introduction to Environmental Science (ENVR 1401), which will fulfill the lab science requirement for an associate’s degree.

The class will cover a variety of topics, with a special emphasis on the interaction of humans with their environment. Students will become more aware of the world around them as they look at subjects like the scientific method, population, community and ecosystem dynamics, biodiversity and evolution, climate, and biomes and their sustainable management.

“I am thrilled to be teaching this exciting new class. This is a great opportunity to learn the science behind the environmental issues that we hear about in the news,” Anne Semrau, NTCC Professor of Biology, said.

Introduction to Environmental Science is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:50 a.m. Students must also enroll in the one-hour accompanying lab course that is offered on Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m.

Environmental Science 1401 is the first of several classes that NTCC has added to its science curriculum. Students are now able to pursue an associate’s degree with an emphasis in Environmental Science. This can lead to a variety of great careers, including conservation, water management, ecology, forestry and many others. After completing the NTCC program, students will also be able to transfer their degree to a four-year university.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, visit www.ntcc.edu or speak to an advisor when enrolling for classes. The fall semester at NTCC begins August 23.