Environmental Pollution and Management Strategies
This module aims to develop a sound capability to evaluate the distribution and impact of a range of contaminants in the different compartments of the environment. Impacts of the use of conventional and renewable energy sources are highlighted in the context of energy conservation and management. The module further aims to contextualise environmental monitoring and assessment towards pollution prevention, control and management.
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Review and critically assess conventional and renewable energy resources and appreciate the link between energy efficiency, energy conservation and energy management systems
- Identify the sources and effects of contaminants in the different compartments of the environment: air, water, land, biota, and critically appreciate the strategies to prevent, control, and manage environmental pollution towards a sustainable environment
- Understand and evaluate the application of techniques for environmental monitoring and assessment.
Topics covered may include:
- Environmental Pollutants
- Air Pollution
- Contaminated Land
- Water Pollution
- Noise pollution
- Radiation Pollution
- Energy Conservation and Management
- Human Health Implications
- Environmental Sustainability.
Credits:
20
Stage:
Stage 1
Core:
Optional module
Module code:
7EV511
