CERM 522 - Cultural and Environmental Resource Analysis

Description:
This course will introduce students to a variety of resource analysis methods including holistic resource determination, cost-benefit analysis, identifying ecosystem services, and the politics of cultural, economic, and environmental resource analysis.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ECON 462.

Credits:
(5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Compare and contrast various economic, cultural, and environmental analysis methods to examine the significance, functioning, and vulnerability of environmental and cultural resources.
Describe and critique resource analysis methods based on a variety of approaches for the management and evaluation of cultural and environmental resources.
Propose and evaluate resource analysis methods appropriate for their thesis research.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/19/21

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Spring Locations Ellensburg