Environmental Studies (ENV)

ENV-2070 Environmental Law (3) as required

This course will analyze various aspects of environmental policy making in both the

U.S. and internationally. It will begin with various philosophical and ideological perspectives concerning the relationship between man and nature. There will be consideration of how environmental issues interact ith various other types of societal goals, particularly economic prosperity, security, and freedom. The class will study aspects of the environmental policy process and its outcomes in the U.S. by the use of a number of case studies relevant to particular policy problems (including air and water pollution; biological engineering; and energy). 3 hours of lecture per week. (General Ed: SS). Prerequisite: None

ENV-3050 Issues in Environmental Studies (3) as required

Technological advances have been used to lessen or solve many of humanity's problems. However, there seems to be one major area, the environment, where advances in technology have not accomplished that end. What is so different about an environmental problem that leads to reluctance to use technological advances to find and implement solutions? This course uses political, economic and sociological perspectives to look at environmental problems, proposed solutions, and the failure of society to implement effective solutions. (General Education: SS). Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor.