39 courses in the 1989–90 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 socia! 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
Systems
Examination of patterns and trends in
major environmental systems and
natural resource use. Analysis of these
resources in the context of sustainable
development. Local, regional and global
systems will be examined.
Prereq: Second-year standing; Honours Environment and Resource Studies students only or consent of instructor
Course Descriptions 16:57
Environment and Resource Studies
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: ENV S 195 or consent of instructor
An introduction to means of assessing proposed approaches to environmentaily and socially significant problems and opportunities. Special emphasis on the nature and timitations 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
Analysis of selected environmental issues or programs with particular emphasis on applied problem-solving/ management perspectives. Field trips to chosen sites will be conducted to gather information for analysis. Key organizations/people will be involved in field trips and discussions.
Field trip tee $45 per student
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
Continuation of project begun in ERS 290
Prereq: ERS 290
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 i 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
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.
Detailed analysis of selected environmental systems and resource use activities. Particular attention will be given to opportunities for sustainable development and issues in implementation. Case studies will be drawn from local, regional and international experiences. Prereq: Third-year standing and ERS 218 or consent of instructor
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
16:58 Course Descriptions
Environment and Resource Studies
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. Experience in SIA design for environmentally-relevant cases. Prereq: ERS 241 or consent of instructor
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.
EAS 352 2C,1T 0.5 Current Issues in the Canadian North Introduction to contemporary environmental, social, economic and political issues in Canada's North, principally Yukon, Northwest Territories and Northern Quebec and Labrador. Lectures and tutorials will discuss homeland and frontier perspectives, economic development and environmental conservation, the northern economies, native land claims and political development.
Prereq: Second-year standing
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
Normally a continuation of 390A; may also be a separate project as described in 390A.
Prereq: ERS 390A
Same as ERS 390A but with additional intensive investigation.
Prereq: Environment and Resource Studies students only and consent of faculty
Normaily a continuation of 391A; may also be a separate project as described in 391A.
Prereq: ERS 390B
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 and third-year Standing or consent of instructor
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 evaiuation 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 Environment and Resource Studies students only
Using selected environmental systems and resource use activities the course will analyse selected policy, planning and implementation strategies for sustainable development. The analysis will include consideration of organizational and institutional arrangements. Various approaches reflecting local, regional and international experiences will be compared and contrasted. Prereq: Fourth-year standing and 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 “realworld” activities, including policy initiatives, technological choices, environmentally-retevant 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 human interrelationships with the environment. 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 490B
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 4918
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 1989–90.
Not offered in 1989–90.
Not offered in 1989–90.
Not offered in 1989–90.