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Elaine M. Faustman
ENV H 593
Seattle Campus
Examines current topics in risk assessment and risk communication with a focus on issues in environmental health. Consists of presentations led by students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty. Students expected to participate actively in discussion. Credit/no-credit only. Offered: AWSp.
Class description
Title: Japanese Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident: Risk Management, Communication, and Perception (Part 2*)
Course Description: In this course we will examine risk management, communication, and perception considerations of the Japanese Fukushima Daiichi: Nuclear Power Plant Accident. How were risks managed? By whom? How were risks communicated and when? How did (and do) perceptions of the potential risks vary among various stakeholder groups (citizens, organizations, government, etc)? How are citizens involved in future land use and community development after the disaster?
* This journal club serves as a follow-up to Part 1 which took place Winter quarter and focused on the risk assessment considerations of the accident, however students who did not participate in Part 1 are welcome to participate in Part 2.
Student learning goals
Develop skills to think critically about risk assessment and risk management by completing reading assignments and participating in class discussions
Explain the risk assessment framework as it relates specifically to the current quarter topic
Identify risk assessment strengths and challenges, as well as the role of uncertainty
Summarize key points from assigned journal articles or other required readings
Prepare and deliver an oral presentation(s) discussing the required reading
Develop skills to think critically about the methods and tools used for assessment, management, and communication of risk
General method of instruction
This course is a journal club that examines current topics in risk assessment and risk management with a focus on issues in environmental health. It includes four to five sessions consisting of presentations led by students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty. Students are expected to complete reading assignments and participate actively in discussion. This class is required for students seeking completion of the Risk Emphasis Program.
Recommended preparation
N/A
Class assignments and grading
Students are expected to complete reading assignments and participate actively in discussion. This class is required for students seeking completion of the Risk Emphasis Program.
This course is credit/no credit only. To receive a credit grade, students are expected to:
1. Attend class 2. Participate fully in class discussions (listen, ask questions, offer opinions, share experiences) 3. Present one to two articles dependent upon quarter topic 4. Read one to two articles as background for each session
