CLIM055 Introduction to Climate Policy: Exploring Pathways to Climate Action

 
 
Loading...

Course Description

This course will inform participants about climate adaptation policy in Canada and BC. It will allow them to consider how climate policy from international to local levels informs their professional functions and day to day activities on the job. The course will cover, among other things, the basics of environmental policy, differences between climate mitigation and climate adaptation policy, overviews of key policy actors and tools, and policy gaps. It will also consider, in detail, examples of current policy-driven climate adaptation measures in specific areas from engineering to agriculture to hydrology and beyond.

 

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • DIAGNOSE why different climate change adaptation policies are needed in different circumstances.

  • INTERPRET climate change policy in terms of its role in mitigation or adaptation.

  • Use climate change scenarios to PREDICT future changes that suggest the need for new or better climate change adaptation policy tools.

  • RECOMMEND appropriate climate change adaptation policy tools for a variety of professional and planning needs.

  • Critically EVALUATE whether existing climate change adaptation policy is sufficient for professionals in various fields.

  • APPLY climate change policy knowledge to real-life examples in professional and planning contexts.

 

Notes

The course format will include short video lecture content, interviews with national to local experts, discussions and activities, resources and readings to respond to, and a final capstone activity.

 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

Loading...
Click on the + sign to view section details and register
Section Title
Introduction to Climate Policy for Climate Adaptation Professionals
Type
Online
Dates
Oct 30, 2023 to Nov 26, 2023
Type
Online
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 7:00PM
Dates
Nov 01, 2023 to Nov 22, 2023
Schedule and Location Requirements
Contact Hours
4.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $750.00
Instructors/Guest Speakers
  • Michele Patterson
Section Notes
Course Drop or Withdrawal
A course drop or withdrawal can be requested by students through the Student Portal. Deadline dates for each noted below:
   Drop Deadline: Nov 1, 2023
   Withdrawal Deadline: Nov 13, 2023
 
Course Transfer
Students wishing to transfer sections or courses should contact PCS directly for support.

All drops, withdrawals and transfers are subject to the applicable Refund Policy.
Section Title
Introduction to Climate Policy for Climate Adaptation Professionals
Type
Online
Dates
Mar 04, 2024 to Mar 31, 2024
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $750.00
Instructors/Guest Speakers
  • Michele Patterson
Section Notes
Course Drop or Withdrawal
A course drop or withdrawal can be requested by students through the Student Portal. Deadline dates for each noted below:
   Drop Deadline: Mar 6, 2024
   Withdrawal Deadline: Mar 18, 2024
 
Course Transfer
Students wishing to transfer sections or courses should contact PCS directly for support.

All drops, withdrawals and transfers are subject to the applicable Refund Policy.
Required fields are indicated by .