2010-2011 Academic Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

LAS 276 - Environmental Law

Type of Course: Lecture, Discussion
A survey course in environmental law, with special emphasis placed on the practical skills necessary to understand and apply environmental laws and regulations. Topics include the history and development of modern environmental law, basic administrative law principles, water-pollution control, wetlands protection, environmental-impact review, solid- and hazardous-waste management, disposal and site remediation, plus land-use controls and “takings” issues. Covers the major federal environmental statutes and draws upon Massachusetts law for examples of state and municipal initiatives.

Cross Listed: EN 276 , IDCE 30276 , PSCI 276 

Instructor: Staff

When Offered: Offered every year

Faculty: TBA