ENV 545: Molecular Techniques for Environmental and Aquatic Studies. This course examines how molecular biological approaches are used to address major issues in environmental biology. Lecture/laboratories examine how molecular methods can be applied to wildlife management, ecology, pollution control and remediation, and environmental health. Prerequisite: BIO 111 or consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

ENV 550: Human Health and Environment. This course is intended for those interested in theoretical and hands-on training with a biomedical approach to the field of human health and the environment. Students taking this multidisciplinary course will have a holistic understanding of how the physical, chemical, and biological factors of the environment impact human health. Prerequisites: BIO 111, CHE 101, and CHEM 110. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

ENV 551: Livestock Production Practices. Course will explore conventional and alternative production practices for the major livestock species produced in Kentucky. Students will learn about organic, forage based, and natural production practices and how they compare to conventional production. They will have hands on experience with working with livestock to learn basic handling and management procedures. The class includes field trips to different farms and hands on activities. Prerequisites: AFE 211. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

ENV 555: Food Safety and Microbiology. This course in intended for those with theoretical and practical interest in the field of food sciences, especially those interested in a wide range of subjects and hands on/practical approaches in microbial food processes, general food safety, public health, and epidemiology. Various aspects of food production, maintenance, supply chains, potential contaminations, introduction to food borne toxins and outbreaks of food borne infections, safe food handling and preparation techniques will be introduced to the students. Prerequisites: BIO 111, CHE 101, and CHE 110. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

ENV 560: Agricultural and Environmental Policy. This course provides an introduction to issue in agricultural and environmental policy, with an emphasis on environmental management strategies, environmental and human health risks such as toxicity, environmental issues in agriculture, and climate change. Credit: 3 semester hours.

ENV 565: Environmental Law. This course provides an introduction to major issues in the field of environmental law with particular emphasis on federal environmental law and the roles of states in enforcement. Credit: 3 semester hours.