ESTU 441 - Parks And Protected Areas

Institution:

Western Washington University

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Description:

Prereq: Estu 303 or Esci 439 or permission of instructor. Examination of the history and philosophy of protected area systems worldwide, the role and limitations of parks and protected areas in biodiversity and nature protection, and emerging alternative approaches to conservation. Reviews issues in park design and management, land use trends (particularly in developing countries), alternative land protection strategies and techniques, and concepts such as buffer zones, sustainable use and multiple use. Offered alternate years.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wwu.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 650-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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