Environmental and Biological Sciences 015

11:015:095,096 Seminar on Academic Skills I,II (E3,E3)   Development of cognitive study techniques for coursework in mathematics, chemistry, biology, English, and reading.

11:015:097,098 Seminar on Academic Skills III,IV (E3,E3) Further development of cognitive skills required for advanced coursework in mathematics, chemistry, biology, and English. Prerequisite: 11:015:095 or 096.

11:015:112 Academic Mentoring (1) Development of study skills for matriculating freshman in their first semester.

11:015:113 Portals to Academic Success (1) Development of study skills for freshman in their second semester.

11:015:120 International Independent Study (BA) This course offers the opportunity to earn credit for internships carried out internationally. Students should consult with their major adviser or major program director.

11:015:230 Fundamentals of Agroecology (3) Introduction to concepts of agroecology, including human interactions with the environment, agricultural plants, and animal-plant interactions.

11:015:380 Communication for Today's Leader (3) An online course in the application of critical thinking skills to the evaluation of leadership and communication. Establishment of personal and professional goals. Evaluation of effective leadership communication, group dynamics and strategies, and organizational culture.

11:015:385 The Ethical Leader (3) An online course that explores the need for ethics within the realm of leadership, power, and self-interest.  Topics include how values influence leadership, and leadership for the greatest good.

11:015:395 Exploring Graduate School (1) This course describes the basics of selecting, applying to, and attending graduate school. It will help students prepare a competitive application for admission to the graduate school of their choosing. Registration by special permission number only. Contact Dr. Suzanne Sukhdeo at ssukhdeo@sebs.rutgers.edu.

11:015:483,484 Research Problems: Agriculture and Environmental Science (BA,BA) Original work in the student's major field. Credits and hours by arrangement with a faculty adviser, the appropriate curriculum coordinator, and the Office of Academic Programs and Research.

11:015:485 Understanding Group Dynamics and Team Processes (3) This course will introduce students to the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed to become effective team members through the examination of group dynamics and team processes. Students will review the characteristics of teams and learn about basic team processes, such as motivation, group cohesion, and group roles. Students will also explore the issues that teams face, such as conflict, power and influence, problem solving, and decision-making; and analyze teams and organizational culture, team building, and evaluating and rewarding teams. Open to juniors and seniors only.