ENV 221 - Natural Resource Management

Institution:

Southwest Virginia Community College

Subject:

Description:

(4 cr.)---Examines environmental aspects of mining and petroleum exploration, management of forest resources, surface and groundwater resource management and alternative energy systems. Familiarizes students with the regulatory environment in mining and exploration and examine case histories of reclamation and remediation projects in both hard rock and fossil fuels. Includes applications such as high yield forestry and renewable energy and examines in light of global sustainability issues and changing economics of oil.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.sw.edu

Phone Number:

(276) 964-2555

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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