| TFMÄ83 | Environmental Science, ECTS-points /MILJÖKUNSKAP/ Advancement level: B | |
| Aim: The objective of the course 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: TFMÄ80 Environmental Technology TFMÄ85 Environmental Measurement Technology TFMÄ87 Environmental Management Strategies TFMÄ90 Life Cycle Assessment and Ecodesign TFMÄ95 Environmental Impact Assessment Course organization: The course includes lectures and 3 excursions à 8 hours.Course content: Reactions, influences and movements of substances in the ground, water and air. Threats towards the environment. Acidification, overfeeding and the greenhouse effect. The instruments of control used in environmental work. How companies deal with environmental problems.Assessment: | ||
| TEN1 | One oral examination. Compulsory attendance at lectures. Final seminar ½ 3 hours. | |
| LAB1 | Attendance at 2 out of 3 excursions. | |
| The grading is approved/not approved. | ||