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TEST 211 Women in Science (5) I&S
Examines the contribution of women in science and technology throughout history and the impact these women have made on society. Emphasizes the effects of institutions, work, family, and mentors on the development of women in science and technology.
TEST 221 Environmental History: Water (5) NW
Examines the historical relationship between water and fire, irrigation, grazing, mining, deforestation, and urbanization upon the regional and global environment. Using case histories based on water, emphasizes the sources and methods historians use to study environmental change over time.
TEST 332 A Natural History of Garbage (5) NW
Examines past and present practices of disposing of civilization's detritus. Uses methods of historical inquiry and environmental studies to get at the roots of one of the fundamental issues confronting the industrialized world: the disposal of waste. Research-based and includes field work.
Instructor Course Description:
Michael Kucher
TEST 333 Environmental Policy Application and Compliance (5) NW
Covers practical environmental regulatory compliance. Develops an understanding of the systems, procedures, and forms required for routine environmental compliance. Explores how business, government, and the private citizen interact with environmental regulation.
Instructor Course Description:
David A Tetta
Ronald Thomas
TEST 380 Study Abroad: Comparative International Perspectives on Cities and the Environment (15) I&S/NW
Interdisciplinary approach to integrating urban and environmental issues in two or more world cities. Includes site visits and interactions with foreign scholars and practitioners. Topics may include coastal development, transportation, parks, marine conservation, indigenous cultures, environmental planning, gentrification, urban governance, and watershed management. Offered: jointly with ENVIR/T URB 380.
TEST 403 Geography of the United States of America and Canada (5) NW
Regional study of the United States and Canada based upon physical and cultural features. Examines continental and regional variations in terrain, climate, vegetation, economic, and social life of the United States and Canada, with emphasis on geographical principles, sources of data, and techniques of investigation.
TEST 490 Special Topics in Environmental Studies (1-7, max. 7) NW
Advanced course offerings in environmental studies designed to respond to faculty and student interests and needs.
