Key facts
UNE unit code: RSNR301
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Pollution has far-reaching global impacts for the environment, human health and economic stability.
Introducing you to contemporary issues in pollution and its management, this unit considers proactive approaches for reducing, avoiding and controlling pollution.
You will examine sources of pollution, consequences for us and our environment, and some of the key tools used today by scientists to monitor, assess and remediate pollution.
Topics include global atmospheric change, environmental risk assessment, air pollution, water pollution and quality control, soil pollution and solid waste management, resource recovery and recycling, and new concepts in industrial ecology.
You will also explore modern methods for avoidance and control, including legal and administrative aspects. Using case studies and current local and international issues, your capacity to respond to the challenges posed by pollution in real-world settings will be extended.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all practical/laboratory/tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical/laboratory/tutorial classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a broad understanding of key concepts in environmental pollution and its management;
- demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of general environmental pollution problems, cite some specific cases and be able to critically evaluate resource material;
- demonstrate critical thinking and judgement to identify and solve common environmental problems with intellectual independence; and
- communicate a clear, coherent and well-reasoned independent exposition of knowledge and ideas in pollution and its management.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Pollutant characterisation. Students must obtain an average of at least 50% in Assignment 1, 2 and 3 in order to pass this unit. No. Words: 500 |
| Assignment 2 | Yes | 15% | All offerings | Data Assessment. Students must obtain an average of at least 50% in Assignment 1, 2 and 3 in order to pass this unit No. Words: 1500 |
| Assignment 3 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Pollution Management Report. Students must obtain an average of at least 50% in Assignment 1, 2 and 3 in order to pass this unit. No. Words: 1500 |
| Practical | Yes | All offerings | The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all practical/laboratory/tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical/laboratory/tutorial classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence. | |
| Self Test | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Mini quiz. |
| Final Examination | Yes | 40% | All offerings |
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Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Pollution: Causes, Effects and Control
ISBN: 9781849736480
Harrison, R.M., Royal Society of Chemistry 5th ed. 2013
Text refers to: All offerings
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