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ESM106Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

This course introduces learners to the fundamental concepts and issues in Environmental Resources Management in Nigeria. It explores planning and management principles, emphasizing human resource management for environmental enhancement. The course covers various Nigerian environmental resources, including water, air, mineral resources, and land. It examines environmental problems associated with these resources and assesses the status of environmental management efforts by governmental and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria.

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208h

Study Time

13

Weeks

16h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Environmental ManagementResource ManagementNigeriaPlanningConservation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

Basic Math

🔬

Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Environmental Resources Management

2

Environmental Planning

3

Natural Resources Management

4

Wildlife Management

5

Soil Resource Management

6

Air Resources Management

7

Fisheries Management

Total Topics7 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 Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Conservation Officer

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Sustainability Consultant

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Environmental Planner

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Natural Resources Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Environmental ConsultingGovernment AgenciesNon-Profit OrganizationsOil and GasAgriculture

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1:

3h

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Environmental Resources Management

3 study hours

•Define the term 'resource' from both environmental scientist and economist perspectives.
•Classify resources as renewable, potentially renewable, and non-renewable.
•Identify resources within your locality based on ease of access and location (land, water, air, forest).

Week

2

Module 1:

3h

Unit 2: Historical Perspective of Environmental Resource Management in Nigeria

3 study hours

•Discuss the global history of resource use, including hunter-gatherers, industrialism, and the nuclear period.
•Explain the genesis of environmental management in Nigeria, referencing Sir Ralph Moor's administration and early forest reserves.
•Compare and contrast the Monistic and Dualistic schools of thought on environmental management in Nigeria.

Week

3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Planning and Process: Instruments in Environmental Management

3 study hours

•Explain the concept of planning and its importance in environmental management.
•Outline the three complementary modes of planning: entrepreneurial, adaptive, and generic.
•Discuss the relationship between planning and political power, emphasizing community involvement.

Week

4

Module 1:

3h

Unit 4: Techniques for Effective Environmental Management

3 study hours

•Describe the legal and policy techniques used in environmental management in Nigeria.
•Explain the centralized technique and its application in Nigeria.
•Discuss the equilibrium technique and its various facets, including industrialization vs. deforestation and urbanization vs. pollution.

Week

5

Module 1:

3h

Unit 5: Natural Resources Management in Nigeria: An Overview

3 study hours

•Describe the natural resources management process, including legal and organizational structures.
•Outline the organizational structure for natural resources management between 1900 and 1950.
•Discuss the steps taken by the Nigerian government between 1988 and 1994 to enhance natural resource management.

Week

6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Wildlife Management

3 study hours

•Define the term 'wildlife' and discuss the background issues related to wildlife management.
•Outline the consequences of wildlife habitat loss and destruction.
•Discuss the impact of human activities on wildlife and wild habitats.

Week

7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Wildlife Management in Nigeria

3 study hours

•Mention five reasons why wildlife is important.
•Discuss three wildlife management strategies.
•State three methods of controlling wildlife pests.

Week

8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Basic Concepts of Soil Resource Management

3 study hours

•Define soil as an environmental resource and explain its importance.
•List and describe five important types of soil.
•State the properties of soil, including texture, porosity, permeability, and acidity.

Week

9

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Soil Resource Management in Nigeria

3 study hours

•Explain how land tenure systems affect soil resources.
•Describe the patterns of crop production in Nigeria, including mixed cropping and sole cropping.
•Outline the types of pastoralism employed in Nigeria and their impact on soil resources.

Week

10

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5: Geographical Distribution of Vegetation in Nigeria

3 study hours

•Outline the types of forest zones in Nigeria.
•Mention the types of savanna zones in Nigeria.
•Discuss the geographical distribution of vegetation in Nigeria, including coastal vegetation, mangrove forests, and lowland rainforests.

Week

11

Module 3:

6h

Unit 1: Problems of Forest Resources Management

3 study hours

•Outline the causes of deforestation, including logging, farming, urbanization, and bush burning.
•Discuss the extent and implications of deforestation in Nigeria.
•Explain the impact of air pollution and climate change on forest resources.

Unit 2: Forest Resources Management Strategy

3 study hours

•Explain the strategies for managing forest resources, including reforestation and conservation.
•Mention some specific or special forest management strategies.
•Discuss the importance of community involvement in forest conservation.

Week

12

Module 3:

6h

Unit 3: Atmosphere: Global Warming and Ozone Layer Depletion

3 study hours

•Outline the layers of the atmosphere and their characteristics.
•Outline the chemistry of ozone layer depletion.
•Explain the consequences of ozone layer depletion and global warming.

Unit 4: Air Pollution

3 study hours

•Mention examples of air pollutants, especially those common in Nigeria.
•Outline the consequences of air pollution on humans and plants.
•Explain the causes and effects of acid rain.

Week

13

Module 4:

6h

Unit 5: Air Resources Management Strategies

3 study hours

•Outline strategies to protect the ozone layer and reduce global warming.
•Discuss strategies for preventing and reducing air pollution.
•Explain the importance of an integrated approach to protecting the atmosphere.

Unit 1: Renewable Resources Management; Fisheries

3 study hours

•Outline the general classification of fish resources.
•Mention the problems of fish resources management.
•Discuss conservation strategies for fisheries as outlined in Decree No. 71 of 1992.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the fundamentals of environmental resources management from Unit 1, focusing on definitions and classifications.

2

Create a timeline of key events in Nigerian environmental management history from Unit 2.

3

Practice applying planning principles from Unit 3 to hypothetical environmental scenarios.

4

Focus on understanding the different techniques for effective environmental management covered in Unit 4.

5

Study the legal and organizational structures for natural resources management in Nigeria from Unit 5.

6

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 to understand planning, techniques, and management structures.

7

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and address any feedback from your tutor.

8

Allocate study time proportionally based on the weight of each module in the final examination.

9

Practice answering essay questions from past examination papers to improve time management and content recall.

10

Form study groups with fellow students to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

11

Prioritize studying the peak difficulty periods identified in the course guide, focusing on the reasons for their complexity.

12

Ensure a thorough understanding of the key environmental laws and regulations discussed throughout the course.

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