Environmental Pollution Studies
- Sciences
- 300 level
- 3 credit units
- 122 pages
- 25 units
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of environmental pollution, focusing on air, noise, land, and water. It explores the composition of air and the sources, types, and impacts of air pollution. The course also examines noise pollution, its health effects, and control measures. Land resources, their uses, and the causes and effects of land pollution are discussed. Finally, it covers water resources, economics, and the impact of agriculture and climate change on water quality and availability.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EMT307, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EMT307 · UNIT 2: AIR POLLUTION
Air pollution is the release into the atmosphere of various gases, finely divided solids, or finely dispersed liquid aerosols at rates that exceed the natural capacity of the environment to dissipate and dilute or absorb them. These substances may reach concentrations in the air that cause undesirable health, economic, or aesthetic effects.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the composition of air and the sources and impacts of air pollution
- Describe the health effects of noise pollution and identify control measures
- Discuss the importance of land resources and the causes and effects of land pollution
- Analyze the relationship between water resources, agriculture, and climate change
- Identify the sources and effects of radioactive pollution
- Evaluate the effectiveness of environmental policies and regulations
What it prepares you for
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Health Officer
- Sustainability Manager
- Environmental Scientist
- Waste Management Technician
- Environmental Protection Agencies
- Waste Management Companies
- Renewable Energy Sector
- Agricultural Sector
- Public Health Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Air
Unit 3: Types of Air Pollution
Understanding the complex chemical reactions involved in the formation and effects of photochemical smog requires a strong foundation in chemistry.
- Module 3: Land
Unit 4: Socio-Economic Dependency on Land Resources
The interdisciplinary nature of land degradation requires integrating knowledge from ecology, economics, and social sciences.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Air
Unit 1: Air Composition · 2 hours
Study air composition, major gases, and trace gases.. Understand the significance of ozone and water vapor..
- Week 2Module 1: Air
Unit 2: Air Pollution · 2 hours
Identify anthropogenic and natural sources of air pollution.. Analyze the impact of vehicle exhaust fumes and industrial plants..
- Week 3Module 1: Air
Unit 3: Types of Air Pollution · 2 hours
Differentiate between outdoor and indoor air pollution.. Understand criteria pollutants and air toxics..
- Week 4Module 1: Air
Unit 4: Impacts of Air Pollution · 2 hours
Examine the effects of air pollution, including acid rain and global warming.. Understand the health challenges and wildlife endangerment caused by air pollution..
- Week 5Module 1: Air
Unit 5: Solutions to Air Pollution · 2 hours
Learn methods for controlling particulates and gases.. Understand carbon sequestration and the Air Quality Index..
- Week 6Module 2: Noise
Unit 1: Noise Pollution · 2 hours
Define noise and differentiate between sound and noise.. Identify sources of noise, including industrial, transportation, and domestic noise..
- Week 7Module 2: Noise
Unit 2: Negative Health Effects of Noise · 2 hours
Study the negative health effects of noise, including hearing impairment and sleep disturbance.. Understand cardiovascular and mental health effects..
- Week 8Module 2: Noise
Unit 3: Noise Control Measures · 2 hours
Learn mitigation measures for road traffic, railway, and aircraft noise.. Understand the role of education and land use planning in noise control..
- Week 9Module 2: Noise
Unit 4: Noise Policies in Different Countries · 2 hours
Examine noise policies in different countries, including Argentina, Australia, and the United States.. Understand the Environmental Noise Impact Analysis (ENIA)..
- Week 10Module 2: Noise
Unit 5: Analysis of the Impact of Environmental Noise · 2 hours
Assess adverse effects of noise on human health.. Estimate the population at risk and calculate exposure-response relationships..
- Week 11Module 3: Land
Unit 1: Land Resources · 2 hours
Understand land resources and their endowments.. Learn the definitions of land resources, land use, and land cover..
- Week 12Module 3: Land
Unit 2: Status of Land · 2 hours
Examine land distribution, use, and suitability around the world.. Understand land resources in rainfed agriculture..
- Week 13Module 3: Land
Unit 3: Forests and Rangelands · 2 hours
Study forests and rangelands, their importance, and challenges.. Understand socio-economic dependency on land resources..
Unit 4: Socio-Economic Dependency on Land Resources · 2 hours
Study the links between poverty, access to land and water, and land degradation.. Understand systems of land allocation..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking air pollution sources to their environmental impacts (Units 2-4).
- Practice calculating noise levels and designing mitigation strategies (Module 2).
- Review land degradation case studies and propose sustainable management solutions (Module 3).
- Analyze water resource management scenarios considering climate change (Module 4).
- Focus on understanding the long-term effects of radiation exposure (Unit 4, Module 5).
- Prioritize understanding key definitions and concepts from each unit.
- Allocate study time based on the weight of each module in the final assessment.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EMT307 about?
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of environmental pollution, focusing on air, noise, land, and water. It explores the composition of air and the sources, types, and impacts of air pollution. The course also examines noise pollution, its health effects, and control measures. Land resources, their uses, and the causes and effects of land pollution are discussed. Finally, it covers water resources, economics, and the impact of agriculture and climate change on water quality and availability.
How many units does EMT307 have?
EMT307, Environmental Pollution Studies, has 25 units across 5 modules, over 122 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EMT307?
EMT307 carries 3 credit units, at 300 level in Sciences.
Is EMT307 hard?
EMT307 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EMT307 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 25 units.
How is EMT307 assessed?
EMT307 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with EMT307?
Environmental Consultant, Environmental Health Officer, Sustainability Manager, Environmental Scientist and Waste Management Technician.