GEOL 388 - Appropriate Technology,Development,and the Environment

Institution:

Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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Description:

Seminar course exploring the relationship of science with sustainable development practices, both domestic and in an international context. Course foundations are theological and philosophical with regard to cost/benefit analyses and project planning. Study/discussion topics are partly student chosen and may include water resources, agriculture, energy systems, mineral-resource extraction, coastal development, housing, waste and sanitation, and sustainable land-use practices. Lecture and discussion. No prerequisite. (2 credits)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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