NRSM 329 - Natural Resource Issues

4 Credit(s)

Students in this course will be investigating current natural resource issues of the northwestern United States, as well as global natural resource issues. Students will explore the philosophical, ecological, economic, educational, cultural, and recreational values that affect human perceptions of these complex issues through a series of required readings, in-class discussions, and student projects/presentations. Guest speakers will be invited to share their views on particular issues and to answer questions from students. Students will also be exposed to national environmental policy and law. Course will emphasize hands-on activities and field trips. Evaluation will be based on classroom discussions, issue analysis reports, and papers on resource issues.

Prerequisite(s): BIOE 250, CHMY 141, and GEO 103; or c/i.
(spring)