40 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.
Designed to complement the introductory overview of ENV S 195 and the introduction to methods and techniques (ERS 150). Selected themes and case examples are analyzed within a framework of concepts and theories from the natural and social sciences. Students undertake practical exercises to develop analytic and problem-solving skills.
Prereq: Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only
Continuation of ERS 100.
Prereq: Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only
Course will teach basic research skills to complement the problem-solving skills taught in ERS 100/101. Concentration on the “systems approach” and its use in problem solving, with attention to information gathering and organization, quantitative data analysis techniques, and presentation skills. Microcomputers will be used for report generation, information organization and basic data analysis. Prereq: Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only or consent of instructor
Emphasis on physical concepts, terminology, units, current policy, supply and demand noting technical and economic aspects, and alternative energy strategies.
Introduction to the history of economic thought and the various schools of economic thought as these relate to environmental cases, issues and analysis.
This course examines the various political, economic and social factors in development and environmental concerns in various Third World countries. Special focus is on health-care systems, agricultural and forestry practices and policies, water management and resource ownership. Students are encouraged to study one country in some depth, and to submit seminars and projects.
Prereq: Second year or above
An introduction to means of assessing proposed approaches to environmentally and socially significant problems and opportunities. Special emphasis on the nature and limitations of conventional means of assessing the impacts, and overall desirability of technologies, projects, plans and policies. Close examination of case examples.
Background reading and study in consultation with Faculty. Typically utilized when a student must study a topic in connection with other work, but no course offering that topic is available. Prereq: Consent of instructor The letter designation allows this course to be taken more than once for credit
Individual or small group project emphasizing multidisciplinary treatment of environmental problems. Wark encouraged on situations of interest to community organizations, government agencies or other groups.
Prereq: Environment and Resource Studies students only
Examination of conflicting positions on how we do and should view the natural world and ourselves, beginning with review of the history of attitudes to the environment and our place in it. Emphasis on evolution of attitudes to human nature and the environment in industrial society, critiques of these attitudes and implications for approaches to modern environmental issues.
Prereq: Environment and Resource Studies students only or consent of instructor
Analyses : Examination of the concept of the “ecosystem” presented in recent writings about non-equilibrium thermodynamics, ecological paradigms, conservation biology and environmental philosophy. Discussion of the theoretical and practical implications of these contrasting perspectives for issues of research/ environmental management and sustainable development.
Analysis and evaluation of energy strategies based on energy conservation and renewable energy systems, Technical, economic, ecological, and social aspects will be examined.
Prereq: ERS 218 or consent of instructor
Evaluation of various economic approaches to the environment. Introduction to various models used to analyse . environmental quality and used in the design of environmental policy and management initiatives.
Prereq: ERS 220 or consent of instructor
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Environment and Resource Studies
Major problems and issues in the management of environmental impacts stemming from development projects. Synthesis of ecological, economic-and institutional aspects . Integrating environmental management with social and economic development policies and programs.
Prereq: ERS 241 or consent of instructor
Introduction to the background, theory and methodology of social impact assessment (SIA). SIA as a type of social science research and as a key element in achieving more informed and responsible decision-making in society. Experi-. ence in SIA design for environmentailyrelevant cases.
Prereq: ERS 241 or consent of instructor
Cc inity Action on Envir ital Problems .
The citizen's role in the solution of environmental problems. The work of various community groups is examined and evaluated. Students select topics of particular interest to them for in depth study.
An exploration of man’s position in nature as viewed in science and arts and in different cultures. Course materials will be drawn from many sources including philosophy, psychology, religions, biology and literature.
Prereq: Third and fourth year students and consent of instructor
Information and ideas constitute the most basic resource of a people. This course
, will explore the role of various mass
media, newspapers, T.V., cinema, magazines, radio, travellers, in the process of
development. What is the nature of mass
education in a developing society? How do the media hinder or contribute to social change? These and many related questions will be explored in the context of a number of different societies.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
The letter designation allows this course to be taken more than once for credit
must we do to make our society into a Conserver Society? How do we evaluate the appropriateness of a lifestyle or technology for a Conserver Society? Is a Conserver Society realistic? This course will explore these questions, with emphasis on student participation in discussion and in seminar presentations. Lectures will focus on the basics of various technologies and lifestyles, and on quantitative techniques for comparing these.
Prereq: Second year or above
Individual or small group project emphasizing multidisciplinary treatment of environmental problems. Work encouraged on situations of interest to community organizations, government agencies or other groups.
Prereq: Environment and Resource Studies students only
A letter grade for ERS 390A will be submitted only after the completion of ERS 390B
Same as ERS 390A but with additional intensive investigation.
Prereq: Environment and Resource Studies students only and consent of faculty
Continuation of ERS 390B Prereq: ERS 3908
Examination of twentieth century concerns about industrial progress and treatment of people and the environment. Focus on problems and promises of efforts to dominate nature through scientific and technological advance; alternative views on the nature of scientific knowledge and human well-being, and the rise of modern environmentalism. Assessment of alternative futures. Prereq: ERS 295
16:56 Course Descriptions
Environment and Resource Studies
Provides practice in applying skills that are useful to people working in different kinds of organizations. Readings, discussions and exercises emphasize: problem perceptions and diagnoses, actor system analyses, and planning, management and evaluation activities as these are carried out by and within organizations. Special attention given to roles that persons having an environmental studies background may be particularly well prepared to develop and refine.
Prereq: Third or fourth year Envirorr ment and Resource Studies students
only
Detailed examination of specific energy issues emphasizing research skills and policy context. Students will participate in a research project. General areas of research may include social and political analysis of specific soft energy options, environmental impacts of certain energy technologies.
Prereq: ERS 318 or consent of instructor
Students will draw on knowledge and experience gained in the prerequisite theme courses to critique and/or design impact analyses of a variety of “real-world” activities, including policy initiatives, technological choices, environmentally-relevant proposals, economic strategies and others of special interest or significance. Prereq: ERS 241, 337 and 338, or consent of instructor
See course descriptions under ERS 275 and 375.
Prereq: Consent of instructor
The letter designation allows this course to be taken more than once for credit.
A project of sufficient scope to demonstrate mastery of problem-solving and communication skills on a selected problem or issue concerning manenvironment interrelationships. Credit weights for 490, 491 and 492 vary depending on the amount of work involved and the depth of the subject matter. Study beyond the 490 level - requires faculty approval.
Prereq: Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only
A letter grade for ERS 490A will be submitted only after the completion of ERS 4908
See description for ERS 490A.
Prereq: Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only
A letter grade for ERS 491A will be submitted only after completion of ERS 491B
See description for ERS 490A.
Prereq: Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only
A letter grade for ERS 492A will be submitted only after the completion of ERS 492B
Continuation of ERS 492A. Prereq: ERS 492A
Courses Offered in India
Courses on the student academic record
with the letter | as part of the course number are offered in India.
Not offered in 1987–88.
Not offered in 1987–88.
Not offered in 1987–88.