STL 115 - Scientific and Technological Literacy: Environment

A continuing study of science and technology in the context of societal concern about problems related to waste, matter and energy. A variety of the types of waste produced by modern society will be studied with emphasis on management techniques, toxic effects and recycling possibilities. An integrating course which employs the student’s understanding of science, technology and some current environmental problem areas in order to appraise alternative futures. Technology assessment and systematic forecasting methods will be studied. Case studies and/or individual student projects will be used.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: STL 100
Offered in Fall & Spring