ENVS 123 - Environmental Challenges Posed by Urban Life Along the Yangtze

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Trinity College

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Cities have been established along rivers throughout human history because of the benefits of the water resources and the functions of rivers in removal of waste and movement of goods. Consequently, rivers have undergone periods of extreme pollution then rapid changes as society has recognized the need to clean up these valuable waterways. This course will examine the basics of the ecology and environment of rivers and the types and consequences of human interactions with rivers. Pre-trip background material will engage students in building the scientific framework necessary to understand these issues. Students will read current material that explores interrelationships between rivers and the human enterprise then, in China, our field experiences along the Yangtze River will allow examination of interactions between humans and the river in locations from the smallest rural village to the rapidly growing megacities. Dr. Morrison's extensive field research experience will facilitate the field aspects of our river studies by offering both natural- and social science-based insights into our understanding of how rapidly growing urban areas may affect the rivers and their surrounding environments. This course does not count toward the ENVS major or the natural science distribution. 0.50 units, Lecture

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0.50

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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