1055-300 - The Greening of RIT

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

This course seeks to teach students about the concept of sustainability by using the campus of RIT as their laboratory. During the quarter, students will investigate methods and strategies used by other colleges and universities to minimize environmental impacts in areas such as energy use, solid and hazardous waste management, transportation, landscaping and construction, food production and consumption, and purchasing. They will assess their personal and RIT's environmental impacts, develop strategies for minimizing the impacts, implement changes where possible, and prepare reports designed to guide RIT to becoming a greener campus. (Honors student status) Class 3, Lab 3, Credit 4 (S)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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