ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE POLICY
Director H. Teng
Master of Arts in the field of environmental resource policy-Prerequisite: a bachelor's degree with a B average (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university and an introductory course in statistics.
Required:
(a) The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences.
(b) 24 credits of core courses: EnRP 6101-2, 6140, 6298; Econ 6217, 6237; PPPA 6012, 6006. With approval, students whose backgrounds include some of these courses may substitute additional courses in the elective field.
(c) 12 credits of approved elective courses drawn from a number of departments throughout the University.
 The green leaf indicates that the course addresses environmental, social or economic sustainability.
| 6101-2 |
Environmental Sciences I-II (3-3) |
Teng
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Survey of the basic sciences crucial to environmental issues. Topics related to the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. For degree candidates in the program; others may enroll with permission of the instructor.
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| 6140 |
Environmental Impact Statement Procedures and Environmental Law (3) |
McGuirl
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The rationale for environmental impact statements from the viewpoint of the nature and origins of environmental concerns. Government agencies responsible for environmental impact statements; current statutes and regulations pertaining to the environment.
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| 6145 |
Environmental Justice and Policy (3) |
McGuirl
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Environmental justice, considered as both a movement and a public policy. Examination of environmental injustices-both perceived and actual-affecting individuals, communities, and populations. Adherence to, and enforcement of, environmental laws and regulations that affect the allocation of environmental benefits and the distribution of sources of toxic pollution and other hazards.
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| 6295 |
Research Topics in Environmental Resource Policy (1 to 3)
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Staff
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May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 3 credits.
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| 6298 |
Seminar in Environmental Resource Policy (3) |
Brown
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The capstone seminar involves team development of a project sponsored by an external entity, such as a government agency or non-governmental organization, or participation in an aspect of a research project directed by a faculty member. The student team functions as an external consultant tasked with analysis of the chosen issue.
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