Path 201 - Land Dynamics and the Environment

Institution:

Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

Use of case studies such as anthropogenic changes to the Lower Missouri River, effects of mining in the Ozarks, and excessive uses of water in arid terrains in the Southwestern United States to explore key issues associated with environmental sustainability. Scientific concepts related to the dynamics of the environment and development of policies needed to maintain land and resource sustainability. Lectures, discussion sessions, student presentations, appropriate field trips, and interactive computer exercises using simulation models. Prerequisite: admission to the Pathfinder Program in Environmental Sustainability.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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