TFMÄ79 Environmental Science and Technology, ECTS-points
/MILJÖTEKNIK/

Advancement level:
B

Aim:
The course is an combination of the two courses Environmental Technology, TFMÄ80 and Environmental Science, TFMÄ 83. Part 1: the objective is to provide an overview of environmental conservation technologies used today. Also "Cleaner Production" aspects will be brought up. The aim is to give the student a comprehensive view of how environmental concerns are incorporated in production, usage and waste handling. Different effects on the environment caused by human activities are scrutinized and discussed at seminars. Biological and chemical aspects are treated only when necessary for understanding of the technology. Part 2: the objective is to provide a basic understanding of ecology (on land and in water) and the functions in the atmosphere. Discussions are held concerning the complexity and origin of environmental problems, especially pollution problems connected to water quality and land use. A comprehensive view of products (environment, resource and energy) is central. Different aspects on environmental protection, management and legislation are presented.

Prerequisites:
High school chemistry.

Supplementary courses:
TFMÄ82 Technical Environmental Chemistry, TFMÄ85 Environmental Measurement Technology, TFMÄ87 Environmental Management Strategies, TFMÄ90 Life Cycel Assessment and Ecodesign, TFMÄ95 Environmental Impact Assessement

Course organization:
The course includes lectures, 3 excursions ½ 8 hours, study visits and assignments

Course content:
The same as TFMÄ80 and TFMÄ 83

Course literature:
Miljöskyddsteknik, Kompendium i Miljöskydd del 2, KTH samt Kompendium i miljövård del 4, Miljöeffekter, KTH.

Assessment:
TEN1One oral examination.
TEN2A written examination
LAB1Labratory work
LAB 2Attendance at 2 out of 3 excursions.
The grading is approved/not approved.
Course language is Swedish.