Natural Resource Policy and Administration. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

Catalog description

A course designed to introduce students to the evolution of forest, range, wildlife, and related natural resources policies and administration in the United States. The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act will be examined in detail. This course will expand upon ES 3203 (Environmental Law) and provide a historical perspective of natural resource conservation and the federal and state agencies that manage and oversee natural resources in the United States. The last part of this course will focus on non-governmental agencies, stakeholders, public relations, budgeting, and planning. This course is required for some tracks in the Integrative Biology program. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUS1 $15.