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  • 3.00 Credits

    Methods of aerial photography and satellite data collection. Emphasis is on techniques of mapping and interpretation of topographical maps, aerial photographs, and satellite imagery. (F). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 3.00 Credits

    A survey of the current environmental laws including the National Environmental Policy Act, Michigan Environmental Protection Act, the Clean Air Act, and the Clean Water Act as well as the laws pertaining to hazardous and toxic wastes. Also included is a review of population and common law. (W). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course examines the economic aspects of pollution problems. Topics covered include the economic theory of externalities, the theory of the commons, the theory of public goods, and the optimum use of depletable natural resources. The role of cost-benefit analysis as an intricate part of the decision-making process will also be thoroughly examined. (AY). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 3.00 Credits

    A survey of the contributions of the behavioral sciences to the understanding and solution of environmental problems that threaten our survival. Insights derived from psychology, anthropology, and computer sciences are discussed. Major topics include overpopulation, overconsumption, "future shock," cognitive limitations in our understanding of ecological-political systems, and the use of Skinnerian behavior control. (AY). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 1.00 - 9.00 Credits

    A field assignment relating to the student's environmental interests. The student will work in an off-campus government or private business for a prescribed number of hours each week to be arranged by the advisor and employer. May be repeated up to three times. Written permission of instructor. 1.000 TO 9.000 Credit hours 1.000 TO 9.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Independent Study Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 1.00 - 9.00 Credits

    Examination of problems and issues in selected areas of environmental studies. Title listed in the Schedule of Classes will change according to the content. Course may be repeated for credit when specific topics differ. 1.000 TO 9.000 Credit hours 1.000 TO 9.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 1.00 Credits

    Readings, discussions, and presentations which examine current environmental issues. One hour seminar. Written permission of instructor. (YR). 1.000 Credit hours 1.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Seminar Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 3.00 Credits

    Deals with the forms and modes of change of social structure and culture, as affected by interactions with environment, population, and technology. Emphasis is given to territorially based social structures. 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 3.00 Credits

    A review of major theories and issues concerning the relationship between ecological and economic systems. Topics include these questions: What is the purpose of economics activity? How important is the preservation of the natural world compared to the production of economic goods? How do principles of social and intergenerational equity affect the use of resources and choice of goods to be produced? The course utilizes a transdisciplinary approach in the development of new models where conventional economics and ecology alone have been ineffective in addressing questions of sustainability and equity. (AY). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Seminar Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
  • 2.00 - 3.00 Credits

    An analysis of environmental education at elementary and secondary levels, particularly stressing the environment as a teaching resource. Community resources as they relate to environmental education are also investigated. (AY). 2.000 TO 3.000 Credit hours 2.000 TO 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Natural Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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