This course is a continuation of IST 160. 301 Public Service Experience. 320 Nature of Environmental Problems. The effects of human activity on ecological, political, and cultural systems are examined. Particular attention is given to present human population growth, industrial activities, and energy availability.
Students examine case studies of current environmental problems and propose methods of remediation.
Cultural, political, economic, as well as ecological and physiographic factors are considered. Use of scientific procedure and current technology to characterize and quantify sensitive elements of terrestrial ecosystems and to assess human impact on those systems. Use of scientific procedures and current technology to characterize and quantify sensitive elements of aquatic ecosystems and to assess human impact on those systems. The course examines the nature of knowledge and the principles and processes underlying its capture and organization. Technological and industrial applications are employed to develop skills using knowledge management tools.