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Course Listing

Please visit the Academic Timetable to see which courses are presently being offered and in which location(s). Not all courses listed below run every term or in all locations. For specific details about program requirements and degree regulations, please refer to the Academic Calendar.

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100 level courses (1)
Course Code Description
IESS-1001H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
  • Durham GTA
Foundations in Indigenous Environmental (ICR)

Introduces students to the foundational approaches, philosophies, values and methods used in Indigenous Environmental Studies. Teaching methods include lectures, written resource materials, classroom discussions, and experiential learning.

This course meets the Indigenous Course Requirement.

200 level courses (1)
Course Code Description
IESS-2601Y

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Indig. Knowledge Systems & Environ (ICR)

Explores Indigenous worldviews, environmental philosophies, and cultural values through exposure to the perspectives of Indigenous Elders, community people, political leaders, academics, activists, and scholars. Students are introduced to Indigenous knowledge as it pertains to the natural environment. Prerequisite: 4 university credits.

Cross-listed: INDG-2601Y, ERST-2601Y

This course meets the Indigenous Course Requirement.

300 level courses (5)
Course Code Description
IESS-3631H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Issues- Indigenous Environmental Studies

Examines a wide range of contemporary environmental issues, conflicts and solutions in the context of Indigenous peoples and territories. Studies examine issues at local, provincial, and national levels, highlighting the multi-dimensional perspectives of Indigenous peoples in North America. Prerequisite: One of INDG 1001H, INDG 1002H (or INDG 1000Y), IESS 1001H, INDG-ERST-IESS 2601Y, or INDG-ERST-IESS 3632H; or permission of instructor. Excludes INDG-ERST 3630Y.

Cross-listed: INDG-3631H, ERST-3631H

IESS-3632H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Global Issues in Indig Env Studies

Explores the international dimensions of Indigenous Environmental Studies (IES) and examines a wide range of contemporary environmental issues, conflicts, and solutions in the context of Indigenous peoples and territories throughout the Americas and worldwide. Prerequisite: One of INDG 1001H, INDG 1002H (or INDG 1000Y), IESS 1001H, INDG-ERST-IESS 2601Y, or INDG-ERST-IESS 3631H; or permission of instructor. Excludes INDG-ERST 3630Y.

Cross-listed: INDG-3632H, ERST-3632H

IESS-3634H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Introduction to Indigenous Food Systems

Provides students with the opportunity for selfdirected research that examines the food systems of Indigenous peoples. Students explore a wide range of historical and contemporary food systems practices and issues that impact Indigenous communities and their connections to the ecosystems that support them. Recommended course for the program in Indigenous Environmental Studies/Science. Course fee: 35. Prerequisite: INDG-ERST 2601Y; or both ERSC 1010H and 1020H (or 1000Y), or 10.0 university credits and permission of instructor.

Cross-listed: INDG-3634H, ERST-3634H, SAFS-3634H

IESS-3731H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Understanding Indigenous Peoples' Health

Provides an introduction to the multidisciplinary field of environmental health and its application to understanding health among Indigenous peoples. Students gain an understanding of the concepts, theories, and methods used in environmental health. This course may be taken as a science credit by successfully undertaking an appropriate technical assignment. Prerequisite: One of ERSC 2240H or ERST-INDG 2601Y or ERSC-INDG 2150H; or NURS 1000H, 1002H, and 1010H. Excludes ERSC/ERST-IESS-INDG 3730Y.

Cross-listed: ERST-3731H, INDG-3731H

IESS-3732H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Addressing Indigenous Peoples' Health

Provides an introduction to the processes of environmental health risk/benefit assessment, management, perception, and communication and their application to addressing environmental health issues in Indigenous communities. Students are introduced to the processes used by communities to understand and address environmental and public health issues in the communities today. This course may be taken as a science credit by successfully undertaking an appropriate technical assignment. Prerequisite: ERSC/ERST-IESS-INDG 3731H. Excludes ERSC/ERST-IESS-INDG 3730Y.

Cross-listed: ERST-3732H, INDG-3732H

400 level courses (3)
Course Code Description
IESS-4730Y

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Sustainable Indigenous Communities

A research colloquium course that gives students an opportunity to examine concepts of sustainability, select their own research area, and develop a model for a "sustainable" community. Provides insight into Indigenous understandings and environmental impacts, and encourages a multidisciplinary approach to resolving issues. 10.0 university credits including INDG 1001H or both ERSC 1010H and 1020H, or permission of the instructor. INDG-ERSC/T 3730Y is highly recommended.

Cross-listed: INDG-4730Y, ERST-4730Y

IESS-4740Y

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Indigenous Peoples Health & Environment

Facilitates a critical examination of historical and contemporary issues in Indigenous peoples' health with a particular emphasis on the relation to land and other dynamic environments as a determinant of health status by students. It provides a basic foundation in understanding the key determinants of health for Indigenous peoples in Canada and around the world. Prerequisite: ERSC/ERST-INDG 3731H (or 3730Y) or permission of the instructor

Cross-listed: INDG-4740Y, ERST-4740Y, NURS-4740Y, ERSC-4740Y

IESS-4805H

Offered:

  • Peterborough
Indg Environmental Knowledge, Traditions

An opportunity for self-directed research through the re-examination of Indigenous environmental knowledge and traditions. Provides an in-depth engagement with various Indigenous cultural teachings and experiences Students select specific research issues with a focus on applying cultural knowledge to better understand and propose solutions to the issues identified and researched. Prerequisite: 10.0 university credits including IESS 1001H and 2601Y.

Cross-listed: ERST-4805H, INDG-4805H

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