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ESM403Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Environmental Perception

This course explores environmental perception, focusing on the intricate relationship between humans and their surroundings. It covers components of the environment, environmental determinism and possibilism, and the impact of human activities on the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. The course also delves into the concept of perception, perceptual processes, and factors influencing environmental perception, as well as cognitive development and its role in environmental decision-making and resource management.

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100h
Study Time
13
Weeks
8h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Environmental PerceptionResource ManagementCognitive DevelopmentHuman-Environment InteractionWaste Management

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

Components of the Environment

2

Man-Environment Relationship

3

Environmental Determinism

4

Environmental Possibilism

5

Mineral Exploration Impacts

6

Urbanization Impacts

7

Water Pollution

8

Freshwater Depletion

9

Atmospheric Pollution

10

Global Warming

11

Ozone Depletion

12

Concept of Perception

13

Perceptual Process

14

Cognitive Development

15

Environmental Resource Management

16

Waste Management

17

Renewable Energy Sources

Total Topics17 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 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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Environmental Manager

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Sustainability Officer

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Environmental Policy Analyst

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Resource Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Environmental ManagementRenewable EnergyWaste ManagementUrban PlanningAgriculture

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Components of the Environment

5h

Unit 1: Components of the Environment

3 study hours
  • Read introduction and objectives.
  • Study the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.

Unit 2: Man-Environment Relationship

2 study hours
  • Define environmental determinism and possibilism.
  • Analyze man-environment relationship.
  • Complete tutor-marked assignment.
Week
2

Module 1: Components of the Environment

5h

Unit 3: Man and the Lithosphere

3 study hours
  • Study effects of agriculture, mineral exploration, and urbanization.
  • Analyze impacts on the lithosphere.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.

Unit 4: Man and the Hydrosphere

2 study hours
  • Examine water pollution and depletion of freshwater resources.
  • Analyze man's activities affecting the hydrosphere.
  • Complete tutor-marked assignment.
Week
3

Module 1: Components of the Environment

5h

Unit 5: Man and the Atmosphere

5 study hours
  • Study atmospheric pollution, global warming, and ozone depletion.
  • Analyze man's impact on the atmosphere.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
4

Module 11:

5h

Unit 1: The Concept of Perception

3 study hours
  • Define perception and its nature.
  • Study sensory systems of perception.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.

Unit 2: Perceptual Process

2 study hours
  • Define perceptual process.
  • Analyze steps in the perceptual process.
  • Complete tutor-marked assignment.
Week
5

Module 11:

5h

Unit 3: Factors Affecting Perception

3 study hours
  • Study internal and external factors affecting perception.
  • Analyze how these factors influence perception.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.

Unit 4: The Objective and Perceived Environment

2 study hours
  • Distinguish between objective and perceived environment.
  • Examine the relationship between them.
  • Complete tutor-marked assignment.
Week
6

Module 11:

5h

Unit 5: Perception and Formation of Environmental Images

5 study hours
  • Define cognition.
  • Explain factors influencing the formation of environmental images.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
7

Module III

5h

Unit 1: Cognitive Development

5 study hours
  • Examine the process of cognitive development.
  • Study Piaget's theory.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
8

Module III

5h

Unit 2: Environmental Perception and Decision Making

5 study hours
  • Define environmental perception.
  • Examine its role in decision making.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
9

Module III

5h

Unit 3: Perception and Environmental Resource Management

5 study hours
  • Define resource management.
  • Study how perception affects environmental resource management.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
10

Module III

5h

Unit 4: Waste Perception and Management

5 study hours
  • Understand early and modern trends in waste perception and management.
  • Study the relationship between perception and waste management techniques.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
11

Module III

5h

Unit 5: Environment Perception and Renewable Alternative Energy Sources

5 study hours
  • List major sources of energy supply.
  • Assess the impact of solar, wind, water, and biomass energy on the environment.
  • Complete self-assessment exercise.
Week
12

Revision

6h

TMA Review and Preparation

6 study hours
  • Review all tutor marked assignments.
  • Focus on areas of weakness.
  • Prepare notes for revision.
Week
13

Revision

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • Final revision of course materials.
  • Practice answering past questions.
  • Consult course facilitator for clarifications.

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 all module objectives and summaries.

2

Create concept maps linking key topics from each unit.

3

Practice applying theoretical concepts to real-world environmental problems.

4

Focus on understanding the different approaches to environmental resource management.

5

Pay close attention to the environmental impacts of various human activities.

6

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and address any areas of weakness.

7

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

8

Practice answering past examination questions under timed conditions.

9

Form study groups to discuss and clarify complex concepts with peers.

10

Consult the course facilitator for clarification on any challenging topics before the examination.

11

Ensure a thorough understanding of key definitions and concepts related to environmental perception and cognitive development.

12

Focus on understanding the different types of renewable energy sources and their environmental impacts.

13

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts to aid memorization.

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