Navigating Global Nuclear Issues

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This course serves as an introduction to the topic of nuclear weapons, energy and policy in society. This includes the social, economic, cultural and political aspects surrounding the development of nuclear weapons and their place in the world, especially in current events. International organizations will be discussed along with their role in regulation and recommending economic sanctions. Students look at the resurgence of nuclear energy and how it affects everything from the environment to global trade. Finally, the role of terrorism and the impact this has on shaping the human experience are explored. CGER NSW-MBP Natural Science & Wellness: Mind, Body, & Planet. Offered Occasionally.