SIO286: Marine Science, Economics,and Policy

This course investigates global issues in marine conservation and potential policy solutions. The approach is interdisciplinary, fast-paced and discussion oriented. Students will become acquainted with sufficient background in marine biology, ecology, marine and conservation economics international law and policy as preparation for participation in discussion on real-world issues in marine conservation.
Topics vary between economics, law, policy and climate depending on instructor for the quarter.  

Fall 2008 :Ocean Law and Policy 

Instructor: Kathryn Mengerink
Director, Ocean Program, Environmental Law Institute
SIO Lecturer
Office:  858-822-5821 

Monday 11:30 a.m. - 1:30p.m. 4500 Hubbs Hall.

 This course will address domestic and international laws and policies covering a range of topics including fisheries management, coastal development, land-based sources of marine pollution, marine protected areas, and resource extraction. It will include review of laws including the Coastal Zone Management Act, National Marine Sanctuaries Act, the Law of the Sea, the London Dumping Convention, and multilateral fisheries conventions, among others.

Syllabus - Fall 08 (REVISED AND POSTED 9/25)

READING ASSIGNMENTS 

Readings for weeks 1-3
Law Primer (pdf)
The National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (pdf)
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (pdf)
Winter v NRDC
Section: 1506.11 Emergencies

Readings for October 20

 Readings for October 27

Readings for November 3 

Final Papers due: December 12, 2008