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Pollution Control

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of pollution control within the context of environmental health. It explores various types of pollutants, their sources, and their impact on environmental media such as air, water, soil, and food. The course also examines regulatory frameworks, technological approaches to pollution control, and waste management strategies. Emphasis is placed on understanding pollution's effects on human health, ecosystems, and the economy, providing a comprehensive foundation for informed pollution control strategies.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Pollution ControlEnvironmental HealthPollutantsWaste ManagementEnvironmental Media

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

Types of Pollution

2

Sources of Pollution

3

Environmental Media

4

Pollution Abatement

5

Waste Management

6

Impact of Pollutants

7

Pollution Monitoring

8

Risk Assessment

9

Exposure Patterns

10

Global Pollution Concerns

Total Topics10 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

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Environmental Health Officer

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Environmental Consultant

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Waste Management Technician

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Industrial Hygienist

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Environmental Scientist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Waste ManagementManufacturingAgriculturePublic HealthEnvironmental Consulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Definition and Concept of Pollution

2 study hours
  • •Define pollution and differentiate between various types.
  • •Explain the concept of pollution and its relevance to environmental health.
  • •Identify examples of pollution at micro and macro levels.

Unit 2: Types and Classification of Pollutants

2 study hours
  • •Describe different types of pollutants based on absorptive capacity.
  • •Explain the classification of pollutants into primary and secondary categories.
  • •Differentiate between chemical, biological, and physical pollutants.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Environmental Media 1 (Air)

2 study hours
  • •Describe the air media and its different layers.
  • •Define air pollution and its impact on the environment.
  • •Explain the classification of air pollution based on origin and location.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: Environmental Media 2 (Water)

2 study hours
  • •Describe water media and its importance.
  • •Define the two major sources of water pollution: point and non-point.
  • •Explain the different types of water pollution: precipitation, surface, and ground water.
Week
4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: Environmental Media 3 (Soil)

2 study hours
  • •Describe soil media and its characteristics.
  • •Explain the chemical, colloidal, and physical properties of soil.
  • •Discuss soil pollution and its sources, including anthropogenic and natural causes.
Week
5

Module 1:

2h

Unit 6: Environmental Media 4 (Food)

2 study hours
  • •Explain food as a medium for pollutants.
  • •State the different types of pollutants that can affect food.
  • •List the various sources of food contamination and describe the mechanism of nutrient uptake by plants.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Anthropogenic Sources of Pollution

2 study hours
  • •Identify various human activities that contribute to pollution.
  • •Differentiate between point and diffused sources of pollution.
  • •State the major pollutants involved in anthropogenic pollution.

Unit 2: Natural Sources of Pollution

2 study hours
  • •List the various natural sources of pollution.
  • •Differentiate between air and water pollution from natural sources.
  • •Describe trophic states and their relation to water pollution.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Noise Pollution in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •State the threshold of noise in safety concerns.
  • •Describe the health effects of noise pollution.
  • •Explain the control strategies of noise pollution in Nigeria.
  • •Enumerate the various sources of noise pollution in Nigeria.
Week
8

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: Monitoring of Pollutants and Contaminants

2 study hours
  • •Explain the various types of monitoring of pollutants.
  • •Identify the important pollutants to be monitored in different media.
  • •State the procedure of soil monitoring.
Week
9

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Assessment of Pollutants

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of pollution assessment.
  • •Define risk assessment and its components.
  • •Describe the three steps involved in public health risk assessment.
Week
10

Module 3:

2h

Unit 3: Exposure Patterns

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of exposure patterns.
  • •State the exposure patterns of common pollutants.
  • •Describe the modes of exposure to pollutants: respiratory, alimentary, skin, and auditory.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 4: Overview of Current Global Pollution Concerns

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the global concerns of pollution, including ocean pollution and toxic wastes.
  • •List some of the consequences of pollution, such as eutrophication and anoxic waters.
  • •Define global warming and climate change, and explain their causes and effects.
Week
12

Module 4:

2h

Unit 1: Impact of Pollutants on Human Health

2 study hours
  • •List the various health effects of pollution on humans.
  • •Identify some of the pollutants involved in air, water, and soil pollution.
  • •Explain the routes of pollutants into the human body and their specific impacts.
Week
13

Module 4:

4h

Unit 2: Impact of Pollutants on the Ecosystem

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of ecosystem and its components.
  • •Describe the effects of pollution on various ecosystems: oceans, lakes, rivers, mountains, and plants.
  • •Discuss the impact of pollutants on biodiversity and ecological balance.

Unit 3: Economic Impact of Pollution

2 study hours
  • •Describe the economic impact of pollution.
  • •Explain the parameters for measurement of cost, including human health, farm yields, and livestock.
  • •State the importance of economic impact assessment of pollution for policy decisions.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review definitions and classifications of pollutants (Units 1-2).

2

Focus on understanding the different environmental media and their specific pollutants (Units 3-6, Module 1).

3

Create concept maps linking anthropogenic and natural pollution sources to their impacts (Units 1-2, Module 2).

4

Practice applying risk assessment principles to different pollution scenarios (Unit 2, Module 3).

5

Study the various pollution control methods and technologies, focusing on their applications and limitations (Units 4-5, Module 5).

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