Philosophy, Logic and Human existence

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. analyse the concept of humanity, its origin, philosophy and cosmic environment; 2. improve their logical and critical thinking skills; 3. identify the basic roles of science and technology in human society; 4. describe renewable and non-renewable environmental resources available in the Nigerian society; 5. identify resource conservation tools and techniques for sustainable environment; 6. analyse environmental effects of plastics, and other wastes; 7. suggest possible management techniques and solutions to identifiable environmental challenges faced in different areas of the Nigerian society; and 8. list and describe unethical behaviour patterns that are capable of hindering human societal growth and development.

Concept of humanity, its origin, philosophy and cosmic environment. Concepts and techniques in logic and critical thinking. Science and technology in human society and services. Renewable and non-renewable environmental resources. Climate change and the principle of sustainable development. Environmental effects of plastics, and other waste products. Elements of environmental studies for productive, safe and healthy living. Environmental Challenges - urbanisation, environmental pollution and degradation, soil erosion, desert encroachment, soil degradation and flooding. National Development Plans towards sustainable environment. Trends in global action towards environmental sustainability.