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
Spring 2025
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 6, 2025
Classes End:
April 22, 2025
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing