Introduction to environmental sciences (5 cr)
Code: EE00CX23-3002
General information
Enrollment
20.08.2018 - 07.09.2018
Timing
03.09.2018 - 17.12.2018
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Mikkeli Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
Teachers
- Liisa Routaharju
Teacher in charge
Liisa Routaharju
Groups
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EEMI18SP
Objective
You are familiar with the basics of ecology and with the main environmental topics. You can find connections between various environmental problems and their impacts in various regions. You study natural and human activity (energy consumption, alternative energy sources, forests and conservation, urbanization, food production, pest control and pollution) and its impacts on the environment. 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?