Survey of literature that connects global biological and physical processes with human adaptations, interventions and social systems. Study of range of human systems adapted to living in and with the environment. Topics include energy balance and transfer in the earth environment, ecosystems and energy flow, human intervention into geomorphological processes. Credits: 3.0 Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0) Semesters Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

Group practicum in environmental decision making. Focuses on facilitating the decision making process associated with a community-based environmental concern or policy choice. Past projects include efforts to facilitate public participation in developing a forest management plan and participating in a review of the Torch Lake Area of Concern. Credits: 3.0 Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0) Semesters Offered: Spring Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

An overview of environmental policymaking and politics in the U.S. Emphasizes policies regarding air and water pollution, toxics and hazardous waste. Discussion of rulemaking, enforcement, and administration of laws by EPA. Investigation of environmental politics on national and community levels, with focus on social movements and citizen participation. Credits: 3.0 Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0) Semesters Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

The role of economic analysis in environmental policy, including a detailed review of the major tools that are used at the federal, state, regional, and local levels. Special emphasis on benefit-cost analysis and comparative risk analysis. Credits: 3.0 Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0) Semesters Offered: Spring Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate Pre-Requisite(s): SS 5300

Provides students with an introduction to basic sociological concepts as they apply human relationships to the environment. Topics include social values, organizations, norms, ideologies, and political systems. Themes will include the relationship of expertise to lay knowledge, public participation, and urban-rural relationships. Credits: 3.0 Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0) Semesters Offered: Fall Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate