Course Synopsis of Environmental Management

 

EMG 3001 Man and Environment 3(3+0)
This course will cover principles and concepts about the earth and the solar system.  The physical, chemical, and biological processes that shape the earth’s life support system will be covered. Other topics include ecology and ecosystems, weather and human impacts on the environment and its management and pollution.  Natural renewable and non-renewable resources and its management, current issues on the environment, including economics, global view and ethics comprise the materials of the course

 

EMG 3002 Environmental Measurement Technique and Method II 3(1+2)
This course is a continuation of ESC 3004.  The topics in this course include methods for obtaining, organizing, analyzing and interpreting data using databases, statistics and environmental information technology.  Methods for data collection, modelling and environmental problem-solving methodologies including techniques for decision-making, statistical inferences and error analysis are stressed.  The use of  database software, geographic information systems and remote sensing image analysis will be introduced. The use of environmental indices in delivering information is also discussed

 

EMG 3003 Environmental Information Systems 3(2+1)
An introduction to sources of environmental information, methods of collecting, abstracting and presenting information, and database management. Various international and Malaysia information sources are presented.  Methods for abstracting information using remote sensing techniques, social studies and monitoring networks are given.  The use of indices for presenting information is discussed.   Database management using computers and programs are also introduced

 

EMG 3004 Biological Sciences for Environmental Management 3 (3 + 0)
This course introduces the application of basic biological concepts in the study of the environment. The focus will be on the biogeochemical cycles and chemical material transport through the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere as well as their effects on biological systems and humans. Ecosystem and environmental physiology concepts will be discussed

 

EMG 3005 Physical Sciences For Environmental  Management 3 (3 + 0)
This course focuses on physical and chemical principles and their application to environmental phenomena. Physical processes that influence and form the environment are explained. Equipment and machine function are explained by using basic physical principles. The course introduces the concepts of environmental chemistry and important chemical concepts, such as chemical equilibrium and oxidation reactions. Environmental physico-chemical parameters will be discussed including concepts of pollutants. The effects of human activities on the earth from the chemical perspective will also be introduced

 

EMG 3006

Science and Geography Practicals For Environmental Management

 3 (0 + 3)
This course introduces methods for the measurement of environmental materials in the laboratory and field. Laboratory safety, measuring instruments and standard reference materials are discussed. Geographic, social, physical, chemical and biological measurement methods are also introduced

 

EMG 3007 Quantitative Methods for Environmental Management 3 (0 + 3)
This course introduces mathematical and statistical methods used in the analysis of data for environmental management. Mathematical topics include basic algebra and equations, exponential and other functions, trigonometry and geometry, and introductory calculus. Topics in statistic include probability, distributions, non-parametric statistics, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, and introductory time-series analysis. Analysis of qualitative data is introduced. Topics on linear programming and critical path analysis are also introduced

 

EMG 3101 Solid and Toxic Waste 3(3+0)
This course introduces the students to elements of solid and toxic waste management systems, which include generation, on-site handling, collection, transportation, treatment and disposal. Aspects to be discussed include methods of waste classification, categorisation and listing, handling of waste at source, collection and transportation of waste, waste treatment technologies including waste minimisation and recycling, and final disposal technologies. Current and legal issues on waste management both from local and international perspectives will also be discussed

 

EMG 3102 Principles of Environmental Management Systems 2(2+0)
The topics that will be discussed include issues related to trade, environment and development and roles that are played by the consumer, community, industry and government in enhancing the environmental quality.  Students will also be exposed to concepts embodied in an environmental management system standard, which are composed of specific elements that can be audited and reviewed for environmental performance. The application and impacts of such a standard will be analyzed and discussed by examining case studies and examples of the usage of environmental standard in other countries. Finally, the students will be introduced to the ISO 14000 series of industrial Environmental Management Standards

 

EMG 3103 Air and Water Quality Management 3 (3+0)
This course discusses the basic concepts of water and air pollution. Topics include reasons for and sources of water and air pollution, basic definitions of water and air pollution, parameters used to determine water and air pollution, regulations and standards, pollution indicators and indices, as well as technologies or management systems used to control water and air pollution. This course also discusses methods of preparing water and air quality technical reports

 

 

For further information contact:
Prof. Madya Dr Zelina Zaiton Ibrahim
Head
Department of Environmental Management
Universiti Putra Malaysia
43400 UPM Serdang
Malaysia
+60-3-89466771
zelina@env.upm.edu.my