MS 4404 - Legal Issues in Marine Pollution

Institution:

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Description:

This course examines the major federal U.S. laws, associated regulations, and implementing policies that address vessel-source marine pollution due to operational discharges, dumping of waste at sea, and accidental pollution of the marine environment. This course also identifi es the major international treaties on vessel-source marine pollution; the U.S. is a party to some of these treaties, but not all. This course also covers the response authorities and associated liability for pollution, as well the bases for civil and criminal penalties to polluters under various federal laws. Prerequisite: None STCW: None

Credits:

0.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.maritime.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 830-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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