WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Environmental Studies
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Environmental StudiesStudents of environmental studies use what they learn in the sciences, social sciences and humanities to understand environmental problems. They look at how people interact with the natural world and come up with ideas for how people can prevent its destruction. Courses in Environmental Studies as listed in the 2008-2009 WNC catalog. Back to the Environmental Studies main page. | Courses |
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| ENV |
100 |
Humans and Environment |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: MATH 120 or consent of instructor
Provides an interdisciplinary introductory survey of the ecology of natural systems with emphasis on the relationship of humans to the environment. Includes four laboratory experiences. |
| ENV |
130 |
Fundamentals of Environmental Pollution: Concepts and Methods |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Introduces students to the growing global pollution problem along with potential control methods. Focus will be with the chemistry of the biosphere, water and the atmosphere. Delves into the development of pollution control and ways to minimize exposure to the environment and humans. |
| ENV |
210 |
Land Use Management |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: None
Concentrates on the planning, implementation, and evaluation of land use covering both non-urban and urban environments. After considering these processes the course will examine current policies for developing future sustainable use energy. |
| ENV |
292 |
Environmental Problems |
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Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Covers local environmental problems involving their causes, effects, and possible solutions. A variety of sensitive environmental issues including water quality, solid waste disposal, air quality, grazing, and nuclear waste storage will be examined with respect to local geographical, industrial, and political influences. |
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