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EMT309Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Environmental Geosciences

This course introduces the interdisciplinary field of environmental geosciences, exploring the relationships between Earth's systems and human activities. It examines geoscientific processes, natural and man-made hazards, and their impacts on the environment. Topics include the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, endogenous and exogenous hazards, and the exploration and mining of Earth's resources. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues from a geoscientific perspective.

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26h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Environmental GeoscienceGeohazardsEarth SystemsPollutionMining

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

Environmental Geoscience

2

Earth's Surface Processes

3

Atmosphere and Hydrosphere

4

Endogenous Hazards

5

Exogenous Hazards

6

Mining and Exploration

Total Topics6 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 (2 methods)

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Environmental Consultant

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Geoscientist

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Environmental Manager

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Mining Engineer

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Environmental Scientist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Environmental ConsultingMiningGeological SurveyEnvironmental RegulationDisaster Management

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Environmental Geoscience

2 study hours
  • •Define environmental geoscience and its scope.
  • •Identify biotic and abiotic components of the environment.
  • •Explain the interrelationship between biotic and abiotic factors.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: The Concept of the Earth's surface as the home of man

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the Earth's surface as the home of man.
  • •Explain human dependence on the biosphere.
  • •Describe the impact of human activities on the Earth's surface.
Week
3

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: The Atmosphere and Atmospheric Processes

2 study hours
  • •Understand the layers of the atmosphere.
  • •Explain the characteristics of the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, and thermosphere.
  • •Discuss the role of the atmosphere in moderating Earth's temperature.
Week
4

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Hydrologic Processes and the Biosphere

2 study hours
  • •Describe hydrologic processes, including evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
  • •Explain the hydrologic cycle and its importance.
  • •Discuss the interrelation between the hydrosphere and the biosphere.
Week
5

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Lithosphere and Processes of Sculpturing of the Earth's surface

2 study hours
  • •Define the lithosphere and its components.
  • •Explain the processes that sculpture the Earth's surface, including weathering and erosion.
  • •Discuss the impact of human activities on the lithosphere.
Week
6

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: ENDOGENOUS HAZARDS

2 study hours
  • •Define endogenous hazards and provide examples.
  • •Explain the causes and effects of earthquakes and volcanic activities.
  • •Discuss the plate tectonic theory and its relation to earthquakes.
Week
7

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: ENDOGENOUS HAZARDS

2 study hours
  • •Define tsunami and explain its causes.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of tsunami waves.
  • •Outline measures for tsunami monitoring and management.
Week
8

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Exogenous Hazards

2 study hours
  • •Define exogenous hazards and provide examples.
  • •Explain the causes and effects of floods.
  • •Discuss preventive measures for flood control.
Week
9

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Exogenous Hazards

2 study hours
  • •Define cyclone and explain its formation.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of tropical and extratropical cyclones.
  • •Understand the impact of cyclones on coastal areas.
Week
10

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Exogenous Hazards

2 study hours
  • •Define drought and its types: meteorological, agricultural, hydrological, and socioeconomic.
  • •Explain the causes and effects of drought.
  • •Discuss the impact of drought on water resources and agriculture.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Exogenous Hazards

2 study hours
  • •Define erosion and its types: water, wind, glacial, zoogenic, and anthropogenic.
  • •Explain the processes of sheet, rill, and gully erosion.
  • •Discuss the impact of erosion on land degradation.
Week
12

Module 4:

2h

UNIT 1: PROSPECTION/EXPLORATION AND MINING

2 study hours
  • •Define prospection, exploration, and mining.
  • •Understand the stages of mineral exploration.
  • •Discuss the environmental impacts of mining.
Week
13

Module 4:

2h

UNIT 1: PROSPECTION/EXPLORATION AND MINING

2 study hours
  • •Explain the methods of underground and surface mining.
  • •Discuss the need for environmental reclamation after mining.
  • •Outline measures for remediating mining hazards.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the definitions and scope of environmental geoscience from Unit 1 of Module 1.

2

Create diagrams illustrating the Earth's systems and their interactions, focusing on Modules 1 and 2.

3

Study the causes and effects of endogenous and exogenous hazards, using examples from Module 3.

4

Practice identifying preventive and remedial measures for environmental hazards, as discussed in Module 3.

5

Understand the processes of mineral exploration and mining, and their environmental impacts, from Module 4.

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