ESC 106 - Survey of Environmental Law

Institution:

North Georgia Technical College

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Description:

This course is designed to examine in detail current practices, laws, and regulations pertaining to the management of both solid and hazardous wastes, air quality, and water quality. The student will gain an overview of the major U.S. environmental laws, their amendments, and the regulations that implement them. Major topics include: Oil Pollution Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Underground Storage Tanks, Toxic Substances Control Act, CERCLA/SUPERFUND, SARA/EPCRA, Pesticides, Clean Air Act, and Clean Water Act. Emphasis will be on the major historical, scientific, legal and political concepts that relate to environmental policy.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.northgatech.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 754-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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