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During
the Fall semester of 2005, learn about the causes, effects and
controls of water, air, and land pollution. This course is for
the lay person who wants to learn more about our environment.
You do not need a math or science background. ENE 520 will introduce
you to environmental science and engineering, covering such topics
as...
WATER
Hydrology Cycle • Water Quality •
Water Pollution—Causes and Effects •
Drinking Water Treatment •
Wastewater Treatment •
Future Trends
AIR
The Atmosphere •
Air Quality •
Air Pollution—Causes and Effects •Air
Pollution—Treatment
Techniques •
Future Trends
LAND - Solid Waste
The Soil •
Definition of the Problem •
Source and Effects •
Treatment Techniques •
Treatment Techniques •
Future Trends
LAND - Hazardous Waste
Definition of Problem •
Source and Effects •
Treatment Alternatives •
Future Trends
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Types •
Definition of the Problem •
Source
and Effects •
Mitigation
Techniques •
Future Trends
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COURSE
OBJECTIVES
This course will introduce the student to environmental science
and engineering. It stresses the causes, effects and controls of
water, air, and land pollution.
LECTURE
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:40 am to 11:00 am, Iddles L101
CREDITS
4 credits - Fills a Group III Technical Gen-Ed Requirement
PREREQUISITES
None. This course does not require a strong background in mathematics
or science, only an interest in environmental issues.
COURSE
REQUIREMENTS/GRADING
The work required for the course is divided into several categories.
Exams will be given during University exam hours. The exams will
cover material given in lectures, readings assigned in thecourse
text, and field trips. A final will be given during the exam week.
There
is no lab for this course, however, students will be required
to go on multiple field trips during the course of thesemester.
Each trip will be scheduled at different times over the course
of a two-week period so that students may fit them into their
schedules. The trips will typically include: a wastewater treatment
plant, a water treatment plant, a solid waste incinerator and
a power plant.
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