Experiences at California State University of Bakersfield

Environmental Resource Management is an interdisciplinary degree located in the Humanities Department. Disciplines include the Sciences, Management/Communication/Group Work, Law, and Economics. Sciences - Broad understanding of ecosystems and bio-diversity, including environmental chemistry, geology, and toxicology. Experience analyzing surface to groundwater flow, water contamination treatment, and pollution containment. Knowledge of forestry practices, agriculture practices, and range-land management. Ability to scientifically identify wildlife and experience in handling wild and/or dangerous animals.

Management/Communication/Group Work - Have completed courses in productivity, communication skills, and business management. Experience with public speaking, group work, and conflict resolution. Ability to write and decipher technical reports and regulations. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Law - Experience in applying common law, statutory law, administrative rule-making, and appellate review to environmental issues. Ability to ascertain the legal consequences of actions by finding, analyzing , evaluating, and updating laws. Experience in determining regulatory requirements. Have studied environmental laws and regulations such as RCRA, CERCLA, CWA, and CAA.

Economics - Ability to analyze the impacts and benefits of urban, industrial, and environmental development. Knowledge of the economic impacts of environmental and safety laws and regulations, trade-offs, market failures. Experience with benefit-cost analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis....