EVM 202
Elements of Environmental Management
3
Course Description
At the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. explain the elements of environmental management;
2. know the types and causes of major environmental issues; and
3. learn how to reduce and prevent occurrences of pollution in air, water and land.
Course Outline
Introduces environmental issues, regulations, and types of pollutants. Covers issues related to air
pollution, including how air pollution can be controlled and the quality of indoor air. Discusses the
problems of pollution in water and methods to control it. It also examines the different types of
solid waste, such as hazardous, medical, and nuclear, as well as treatment techniques for each;
focusing on pollution prevention in areas such as health, safety, and accident prevention; energy
conservation; and waste reduction. It also examines how environmental risks are perceived and
communicated, and how individuals can be educated about them