ESCI 453 - Science and Management of Contaminated Sites

Using site documents and the Model Toxics Control Act, decisions will be made on how to clean up a Washington State contaminated site. Included in this process will be discussions on the methods used to characterize the extent of chemical contamination and available remediation techniques. Economic, social, regulatory, and scientific considerations will be included. A proposal for cleanup in the form of a Cleanup Action Plan (CAP) and a proposal for work to be conducted in ESCI 454 will be produced by students.

Prerequisites & Notes: ESCI 333 or ESCI 361 or ESCI 455; or ESCI 460 or concurrent or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter