GLOBE 2200: Globalization and Sustainability
(Cross-listed with ANTHR 2200/ ENVS 2200/ SOC 2200/ ME 2200/ MATE 2200).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
An introduction to understanding the key global issues in sustainability. Focuses on interconnected roles of energy, materials, human resources, economics, and technology in building and maintaining sustainable systems. Applications discussed will include challenges in both the developed and developing world and will examine the role of technology in a resource-constrained world. Graduation Restriction: Cannot be used for technical elective credit in any engineering department. Meets International Perspectives Requirement. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring)