Course Description
Interdisciplinary examination of the human, organizational and technical factors contributing to the causes and impacts of recent technological accidents such as the Bhopal chemical leak, the space shuttle Challenger explosion, the Chernobyl nuclear accident, and the Exxon Valdez oil spill. Evaluation of risk assessment, risk perception and risk communication strategies. Consideration of options for living with complex technological systems.
DE Program
BA Completion-Leadership in the Public Sector
Fall 2024
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
August 19, 2024
Classes End:
December 3, 2024
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
