29 courses in the 1987–88 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
ENVS 178Introduction to Environmental Research MethodsF,W 3C,iL 0.5
Introduction to methods of developing, evaluating and using evidence in Environmental Studies. Methods for summarizing and critical appreciation of data describing environmental systems. Skilt development in applying statistical techniques and in using microcomputers as a research tool.
Prereq:CS 100 or high school computing course or consent of instructor
Students may receive credit for only one of ENV S 178 and PSYCH 292, STAT 202, 204, 205, 210, 220
ENVS 195Introduction to Environmental StudiesF 2C,1S 0.5
Theories, methods and concepts in study of the environment. Emphasis on natural and built environment and relationships between elements of the environment. Environmental planning, management, and design discussed.
Introduces the main concepts and principles of ecology; the cycling of elements; energetics and structural organization of major ecological systems; population dynamics; impact of natural resource management practices and urban and industrial development on the environment; incorporating environmental quality considerations into development activities. The laboratory sessions include field trips to study natural and disturbed ecosystems, urban and applied ecology. Prereq: Second, third and fourth year students only Lab fee of $5
ENVS 201Introduction to Environmental and Planning LawF 3C,15S 0.5
introduction to legal concepts generally and to environmental and planning law concepts in particular. Designed both for
Students who do not plan to take further
in depth legal courses and as a prerequisite for senior legal courses - ENV S 401 and ENV S 402. Topics to be covered include Sources of Law, Nature of Legal Remedies, Common Law, Judicial Review, Administrative Agencies and the law retating to them, Planning Act, Environmental Protection and Assessment Acts, and Federal Fisheries Act.
ENVS 202Social Science Approaches to Environmental Problems —W 2C,iL 0.5
Research strategies for understanding and addressing environmental problem/ opportunity situations based on concepts and methods derived from the social and behavioural sciences. Particular attention is given to determining the appropriate mix of research strategies for a range of situations in terms of data validity and reliability, time and financial constraints, and ethical considerations.
Prereq: Second-year students or consent of instructor.
ENVS 252Media Tools for Environmental StudiesF 3C 0.5
Instruction in basic black and white photography felating to photography’s role as a media tool; basic darkroom functions, camera operation, composition, photographic theory, and photo essay production. Much of the course work and projects will be done outside the classroom in field situations of environmental concern using initiative in project development. Students are expected to supply their own cameras. A limited number of cameras will be available on a rental basis.
Prereq: ENV S students; others with consent of instructor
Lab fee of $5 for (optional) use of ES Student Darkroom
ENVS 278Advanced Environmental Research MethodsF 3C,1L 0.5
Advanced methods for developing, evaluating and using evidence in Environmental Studies. Systematic approaches to problems of measurement and problems in time and space. Skill development in applying parametric statistical inference, systems of equations, finite differences, mathematical interpolation and extrapolation with computer aids to analysis.
Prereq: ENV S 178
Students may receive credit for only one of ENV S 278 and PSYCH 292, STAT 202, 204, 205, 210, 220
An examination of the way we perceive our environment-both natural and manmade-and how it influences our attitudes and behaviour. Students will carry out a number of empirical exercises and projects on various aspects of environmental perception and behaviour. Prereq: Second:, third- or fourth-year students only
Basic administrative procedures in park management. Operational techniques are examined together with general policies of acquisition, operation and development. Prereq: REC 230 and REC 332 Cross-listed as REC 334 Students may receive credit for only one of ENV S 334 and REC 334 ~
ENVS 378Applications of Computer Programming in EnvironmentalW 2C,iL 0.5
Studies . The course will provide an opportunity to apply microcomputers as a tool for the analysis of environmental problems. A top-down step-wise refinement approach to problem solving through using micro computer high level programming (currently pascal) will be followed. The basis of graphics, data structures and their application to map data sets, algorithms for modelling and image proceasing will also be considered.
Prereq:CS 102 and ENV S 178 or consent of instructors
Students may receive credit for only one of ENV S 378 and PSYCH 292, STAT 202, 204, 205, 210, 220
ENVS 380Environmental Studies WorkshopF,W C 0.5 each
An interdisciplinary workshop focusing upon environmental issues in a project or research format.
Prereq: Third and fourth year students in Environmental Studies; enrolment is by research team only with representatives from at least three units of the faculty (max. 7 people) and subject to selection of an advisor and a satisfactory project or research proposal
ENV'S 401 F 3C 05 Environmental Law Detailed consideration of recent developments in Canadian environmental and! resources regulatory regimes combined with guidance on presentation of expert evidence to courts and tribunals.
An analysis of the legal basis for planning in Ontario and the practice of planning law as it affects planners, municipalities, local councils, property owners and residents. The roles of planning board, municipal councils, the Ontario Municipal Board, the Ministry of Housing, provincial Cabinet and the Niagara Escarpment Commission in the planning process will be discussed.
Analysis of “ideal” environments of the past, including “utopian” communities. Scrutiny of current “concepts” of future environments, including distillation of works of Bell, Clarke, Commoner, de Chardin, de Jouvenal, Dror, Doxiadis.
Ehrlich, Forrester, Fuller, Kahn, Mead.
Meadows, McHale, Michael, Polak, Theobald, Thompson. Toynbee and Ward.
Prereq: third- or fourth-year standing or consent of instructor.
ENVS 417Land Use History and Landscape Change 1F 38 0.5
Literature, theory and method relating to man’s effects on landscapes and ecosystems. A human ecological approach. Case studies and field work. Prereq: Consent of instructor. Lab fee of $20
Designing and managing for people in natural areas; behavioural research and its relevance to the design and operation of natural areas and facilities will be emphasized. Means of understanding and involving neighbouring and visiting publics and indigenous people in the design and management of natural areas will be studied.
ENVS 434Advanced Park Planning and ManagementW 3C 0.5
A study of policies, procedures, and practices relative to the management of natural resources. Emphasis is placed on an ecological systems approach to management as it relates to parks at all levels of government.