• ENG 475: Tolkien And Critical Theory

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  The course is both a reading of J.R.R. Tolkien�s The Lord of the Rings and an introduction to 20th century theories of interpretation. Over the course of the semester, we will read Tolkien�s novel and subject it to various methods of interpretation: formalist, psychoanalytic, feminist, etc. There are three kinds of reading assignments: the primary text is Tolkien�s novel, supplemented by selections from his letters; then there are explanations of theories of interpretation in an introductory book on critical theory; and finally, articles of literary criticism (on reserve in the library) which apply one or more methods of interpretation to the novel. A research paper of substantial length is required. Open to English majors and minors, Interdisciplinary majors with an emphasis in English, and others only with consent of the instructor. Prerequisite: E 102 (On demand)
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• ENR 201: Statics Course

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  An engineering mechanics course that covers the following topics: vector mathematics, equations of equilibrium of free body diagrams, forces in trusses, frames, and machine, shear force and bending moments, frictional forces, and moments on inertia. Prerequisite: P 262, P 263 (Fall)
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• ENR 202: Dynamics Course

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  An engineering mechanics course that covers the following topics: kinematics in Cartesian and Polar coordinates, kinematics in rigid bodies, Newton/Euler, work/energy, and impulse/momentum methods to kinetics. Prerequisite: ENR 201
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• ENV 116: Intro to Environmental Science

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Students are introduced to the concept of ecosystem goods and services, as well as sustainable development principles for conserving and maximizing those goods and services. The course is an overview of the impacts of past and current land use practices, water resource management, air pollution sources and effects, solid waste management options, and environmental toxicology. Conventional and renewable energy sources are discussed in the context of global climate change, and the importance of maintaining biological diversity is emphasized. This course is appropriate for both science and non-science majors and is the prerequisite for higher-level environmental science courses.
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• ENV 117: Environmental Science Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Laboratory and field studies in environmental science. One three-hour laboratory per week. Co-requisite: ENV 116
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• ENV 150: Intro to Environmental Science

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Students are introduced to the concept of ecosystem goods and services, as well as sustainable development principles for conserving and maximizing those goods and services. The course is an overview of the impacts of past and current land use practices, water resource management, air pollution sources and effects, solid waste management options, and environmental toxicology. Conventional and renewable energy sources are discussed in the context of global climate change, and the importance of maintaining biological diversity is emphasized. This course is appropriate for both science and non-science majors and is the prerequisite for higher-level environmental science courses.
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• ENV 151: Intro to Environmental Science Lab

  1.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  Laboratory and field studies in environmental science. One three-hour laboratory per week. Co-requisite: ENV 151
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• ENV 250: Water Resources

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course expands on the fundamental and pervasive role of water in sustaining life and human societies and economies. It begins with a historical overview of human cultural dependence on waterways for transportation, irrigation, livestock, and water supply. The consequences of hydrological modifications such as damming, channelization, and filling of wetlands are explored. The effects of agriculture, industrial development, and urbanization on surface water and groundwater are examined. The integrated effects of all these human endeavors on aquatic communities are detailed. Best management practices for minimizing adverse impacts and enhancing the benefits of water resources are identified. Legal, regulatory, and technological approaches to water management and allocation are discussed. Three hours of lecture per week.
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• ENV 350: Land Use and the Environment

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  The environmental impacts of various land use practices including agriculture, forestry, mining and other resource extraction, waste disposal, and residential, commercial, and industrial development are examined in detail. The development and use of different energy sources are compared with regard to their environmental and economic impacts. Principles of designing with nature, which identifies opportunities and constraints posed by existing environmental conditions, are presented. Strategies for better adapting land use practices to reduce their adverse impacts and improve efficiency and sustainability are explored. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: ENV 116, 117
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• ENV 450: Environmental Toxicology

  3.00 Credits

  Tennessee Wesleyan University

  
  This course focuses on the generation, transport, and transformation of various chemical, biological, and radiological contaminants through the environmental media of air, surface water, groundwater, soil, biota, food and other materials used by human. Current risk assessment methodologies for quantifying human exposure and health effects are presented. Technological remedies for reducing human health and ecological risks from air emissions, wastewater discharges, land disposal of wastes, and energy development are examined. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: ENV 116, 117
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