SCI 10400 Topics of Environmental Pollution

A survey course in environmental science stressing current ecological problems as they affect the environment. Topics covered include solid waste management; air, water and radiation pollution; and sustainable agriculture. This course is designed to help the student gain the necessary background for understanding environmental problems. Differing viewpoints will be argued, and popular and unpopular causes will be debated. The difficulties inherent in making fair, effective laws will be illustrated.