Introduction to environmental sciencesLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You are familiar with the basics of ecology and with main environmental topics. You can find connections between various environmental problems and their impacts in various regions. You can combine environmental information from international sources and evaluate it ethically.

Content

What is the role of food web in nature? What are the reasons and consequences of climate change? How are energy, material and waste flows connected? How do various pollution sources affect our waters, soil and air? Can we prevent pollution? Who is responsible for environmental protection?

Qualifications

No pre-requisites.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a) You can use professional vocabulary systematically b) You can look for information in the key information sources of the field c) You can identify interrelated tasks. f) You can work as team member in a goal-oriented way