NRES 210 - Environmental Pollution

Credits: 3

Description
The introduction and study of pollution and the Federal and State environmental laws covering EPA, DOT, CAA, CWA, SDWA, CERCLA, RCRA, SARA, and OSHA regulations which apply to hazardous materials, substances, and hazardous wastes.

Student Learning Outcomes

Illustrate the basic philosophy and procedures of the Scientific Method.
Compare knowledge of environmental laws and regulations as it pertains to the environmental field
Examine natural processes of environmental pollution and how it relates to human health
Analyze federal and state regulatory oversight agencies that govern environmental science
Examine the extent of environmental science and the role humans have with in their environment

Prerequisite: ENV 101