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EHS205Health Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Climate Change And Contemporary Issues

This course, Climate Change and Contemporary Issues, is a two-unit course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of climate change and its related contemporary issues. It explores the definition of climate change, its causes, and its relationship with global warming. The course also examines the impact of solar radiation and the importance of the ozone layer, including health risks associated with its depletion.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Climate ChangeGlobal WarmingOzone LayerSolar RadiationContemporary Issues

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Climate Change Definition

2

Contemporary Issues

3

Greenhouse Effect

4

Global Warming

5

Solar Radiation

6

Ozone Layer Depletion

7

Impact of Climate Change

8

Remedies to Global Warming

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Environmental Scientist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Climate Change Analyst

Apply your skills in this growing field

Sustainability Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Environmental Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Policy Advisor

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government AgenciesEnvironmental Consulting FirmsEnergy SectorAgriculturePublic Health

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change in Contemporary Issues

2h

Unit 1: General Overview on Climate Change

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of climate change.
  • •Understand the composition and temperature of the atmosphere.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change in Contemporary Issues

2h

Unit 2: Modern and Contemporary Issues

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of contemporary issues.
  • •Review examples of contemporary issues such as climate change, pollution, and violence.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change in Contemporary Issues

2h

Unit 3: Green House Effect and Global Warming

2 study hours
  • •Explain the greenhouse effect.
  • •Identify greenhouse gases and their effects on global warming.
Week
4

Module 2: Climate Change and Global Warming

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Climate Change

2 study hours
  • •Define climate change and global warming.
  • •Understand the processes involved in global warming.
Week
5

Module 2: Climate Change and Global Warming

2h

Unit 2: Impact of Climate Change

2 study hours
  • •Examine the impact of climate change on various systems.
  • •Study the effects on hydrological and terrestrial biological systems.
Week
6

Module 2: Climate Change and Global Warming

2h

Unit 3: Remedy to Global Warming

2 study hours
  • •Explore remedies to global warming.
  • •Investigate improvements in energy efficiency and changes in agricultural practices.
Week
7

Module 3: Solar Radiation

2h

Unit 1: Effect of Solar Radiation

2 study hours
  • •Define solar radiation.
  • •Study the effects of solar radiation on aquatic organisms and terrestrial plants.
Week
8

Module 3: Solar Radiation

2h

Unit 2: Introduction to Ozone Layer

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the ozone layer.
  • •Understand its role in protecting the Earth.
Week
9

Module 3: Solar Radiation

2h

Unit 3: Health Risk Associated with Depletion

2 study hours
  • •Identify health risks associated with ozone layer depletion.
  • •Study the effects on the skin and eyes.
Week
10

Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change in Contemporary Issues

3h

Review of Module 1

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Introduction to Climate Change in Contemporary Issues
  • •Focus on definitions and key concepts.
Week
11

Module 2: Climate Change and Global Warming

3h

Review of Module 2

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 2: Climate Change and Global Warming
  • •Focus on the impacts and remedies of global warming.
Week
12

Module 3: Solar Radiation

3h

Review of Module 3

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Solar Radiation
  • •Focus on the effects of solar radiation and the ozone layer.
Week
13

Course Revision

4h

Final Revision and Assignments

4 study hours
  • •Complete any outstanding assignments.
  • •Prepare for the final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.

2

Focus on understanding the definitions and processes related to climate change and global warming.

3

Practice answering tutor-marked assignment questions to reinforce learning.

4

Review the effects of solar radiation and the importance of the ozone layer.

5

Summarize the key remedies to global warming and their potential impact.

6

Create concept maps linking causes, effects, and solutions related to climate change.

7

Prioritize understanding of key definitions and concepts from each unit.

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