This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the instructor•To understand environmental problems from an ESS perspective by studying the local hydrologic system. •To reduce Rhodes’ Carbon Footprint by conducting an Energy Inventory and researching solar energy •To learn the computer skills of GIS and power point to analyze Memphis ground water and to present the energy inventory at URCAS. •To improve skills of working in a group, and teaching others. •To do a service for the community by working with the SWEEP program.