ENST 4050 - Ethics and the Environment

Institution:

University of North Georgia

Subject:

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Description:

A seminar course which familiarizes students with the concepts and theories in the field of environmental ethics. The course brings these theories and concepts to bear on current issues in environmental legislative agendas and policy-making; discusses how nature is perceived and valued; and examines the theories of natural law, natural rights, animal rights, life-centered and ecosystem-centered ethics, environmental policies and their effects on future generations and human stewardship.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.gc.peachnet.edu

Phone Number:

(678) 717-3639

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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