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Appendix 2 Teaching schedule, programme specification and module specifications for: MSc in Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring Academic Year 2010-2011 Locations for teaching sessions to be provided for each module by the module leader Programme Specification MSc in Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1 2 2.1 July 2006 April 2008 June 2010 Original Remove IE5503 and IE5504 and replace with ME5518 and IE5511, updated p/t route Minor modifications made to reflect new accreditation n/a RH STM Masters programme 1. Awarding institution: 2. Teaching institution: 3. Home school/associated institution: 4. Contributing school(s)/associated institution: 5. Programme accredited by: 6. Final award: 7. Programme title: 8. Normal length of programme: 9. Minimum/maximum period of registration: 10. Variation(s) to September start: 11. Mode of study: 12. Mode of delivery: 13. Intermediate award(s) and title(s): 14. UCAS code: 15. JACS code: Brunel University Brunel University Institute for the Environment N/A Chartered Institution of Water & Environ. Management MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring 1 year (FT) / 3 years (PT) FT 1 year min 2 yrs Max / PT 2 years min 4 yrs max N/A (FT) / (PT) N/A PGDip in Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring PGCert in Environmental Science N/A F850/F853 17. Relevant subject benchmark statements & other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes: External: Generic qualification descriptors for M level programmes in the National Qualifications Framework Internal: Brunel University Strategic Plan, Brunel University Learning and Teaching Strategy 18. Educational aims of the programme: The taught modular course provides a rigorous academic treatment of the fundamental scientific principles and practice of assessing and controlling the extent of environmental damage by Man’s activities. The course emphasises the technology and principles behind the processes and techniques related to the reduction of emissions to air, land and water and the effects of pollution. From the core modules, students will develop: understanding of the complex interactions of societies and their environments, and a critical awareness of how these interactions are unevenly experienced. critical appreciation of the influence of human activities on ecological processes. understanding of processes which cause environmental change, how future change is predicted and how to interpret trajectories in elements of ecosystems and human health. Appreciation of interactions between human impact and the environment including the relationship between hazard and risk. Through the specialist modules in environmental impact and monitoring, with a focus on the technology used in the control and measurement of emissions and pollutants, training is given to students who wish to have a career as environmental practitioners. Specifically students will: Develop a critical appreciation of environmental pollution with emphasis on an integrated approach mitigation. Study the environmental and technological issues in the management and control of water, air and land pollution. Learn the key aspects of sampling techniques in acquiring representative samples of air, soil and water for environmental monitoring. To learn the key analytical techniques and develop the practical skills in monitoring of environmental pollution. Undertake a laboratory or library based dissertation. 19. Programme and intermediate learning outcomes The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: 20. Teaching, learning and assessment strategies to enable learning outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated. The programme outcomes for the award of PGCert will be a subset of those for the award of PGDip and will vary depending upon the modules passed by the individual student A Knowledge and Understanding A. Knowledge and Understanding of: Learning/teaching methods and strategies 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Social aspects of environmental issues, linkage of anthropogenic activity to environmental change (PGDip, MSc). Ecological processes, hazard and risk in relation to chemicals and their impact on ecosystems (PGDip, MSc). Environmental pollution within the context of an integrated approach to environmental pollution and control (PGDip, MSc). The fate, behaviour and significance of pollutants in the environment (PGDip, MSc). Techniques and procedures used in monitoring and evaluation of data (PGDip, MSc). Methods for evaluating environmental data and the interpreting results from monitoring programs (MSc). A deep knowledge of relevant research articles. (MSc). Learning Outcomes for students achieving a PGCert will be a sub-set of those defined for PGDip, according to the particular modules passed. The areas of knowledge and understanding outlined in (A) are achieved through a range of teaching methods, including lectures (that contain the essential key elements of the subject matter), seminars, group discussion, data presentation, formal computerbased practical sessions, practical classes, and guided independent study. The emphasis will be to develop in depth, advanced knowledge in relevant subject areas as well as the ability to use the appropriate techniques to acquire and further that body of knowledge. The programme outcomes for the award of PGCert will be a subset of those for the award of PGDip and will vary depending upon the modules passed by the individual students. Assessment Assessment of the candidate’s knowledge and understanding is assessed through a combination of formal written (closed book) examination and coursework. The proportion of examination and coursework varies from module to module. Assessment is limited to two elements per module, to provide an acceptable workload for students. (B) Able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. B Cognitive (thinking) Skills Learning/teaching methods and strategies Assess interactions between systems and evaluate human impact on ecosystems (PGDip, MSc). Critically assess datasets and methodologies and make data accessible to the public and policy makers (PGDip, MSc). Handle and interpret data obtained from various analytical techniques and understand its limitations(PGDip, MSc). Develop solutions to solve contamination issues and methods for analysing their effectiveness (PGDip, MSc). Cognitive skills are developed alongside the acquisition of subject specific knowledge mainly within lectures and tutorials (via problem-based learning strategies) and the coursework activities undertaken. Students will be encouraged to critically appraise research articles and the usefulness of software tools within the context of the material presented in the taught modules and through independent study. Students will also be required to participate in tutor-led computer-based practical exercises. MSc/PGDip/PGCert students will be expected to acquire cognitive skills 5. 6. Develop integrated approaches to control environmental contamination (MSc). Critically evaluate and relate appropriate control technologies to causes of air, water and land pollution (MSc). (B2) Learning/teaching methods and strategies Learning Outcomes for students achieving a PGCert will be a sub-set of those defined for PGDip, according to the particular modules passed. 1. Understand the practical application and implication of pollution control measures through on-site visits 2. Evaluate the risk/hazard associated with pollution and identify a means of mitigating the risk 3. Develop practical skills in monitoring and control of pollution (C) Able to: The dissertation and coursework will encourage students to critically appraise research articles and apply the scientific method; marking schemes will reflect this. Formal examinations and coursework assignments will assess knowledge, understanding, analysis and problem solving skills, as well as competency in data analysis and interpretation. C Other Skills and Attributes (Practical/Professional/Transferable) Learning/teaching methods and strategies Prioritise, prepare and present work as an individual and as part of a team (PGDip, MSc). Research the scientific, technical and media literature on environmental issues (PGDip, MSc). Evaluate and apply a range of techniques to evaluate the degree and extent of environmental pollution (PGDip, MSc). Develop and apply appropriate analytical and sampling techniques for environmental monitoring (PGDip, MSc). Demonstrate enhanced transferable skills such as effective communication, independent learning and interpersonal skills (MSc). Present a dissertation based on a research project (MSc). Students will be encouraged to engage fully/actively with the key concepts within the subject materials to help them learn facts in the context of meaning. Practical Skills (including safety) are developed through laboratory classes. Tutor-led debates will allow students to develop their ability to debate societal issues from a scientific and ethical standpoint. Student-led oral and poster presentations will allow them to develop transferable communication and interpersonal skills. Tutor-led computerbased practical exercises will allow students to develop competence in data handling and modelling. Assessment Transferable and research skills are assessed through case studies, reports, assessment of oral presentations, assessed teamwork, and assessment of poster presentations. Research skills are assessed in the dissertation. Learning Outcomes for students achieving a PGCert will be a sub-set of those defined for PGDip, according to the particular modules passed. 21. Programme structures and features: levels; module, credit and progression and award requirements Compulsory module codes, titles and credits ME5518 Principles of Sustainable Development (15cr) Level 5 (Masters) IE5511 Research and Critical Skills in Environmental Science (15cr) IE5502 Ecosystem Function (15cr) IE5504 Environmental Hazard and Risk (15cr) IE5508 Integrated Pollution (30cr) IE5507 Environmental Monitoring(30cr) IE5500 Dissertation (60cr) Part time: Year 1: ME5518, IE5511,IE5508 Year 2: IE5500, IE5504, IE5502, IE5507 Option module codes, titles and credits None. Progression and award requirements The requirements for progression and awards are summarised in programme handbooks and set out in full in Senate Regulation 3: http://intranet.brunel.ac.uk/registr y/QS/postgraduate_assessment_f ramework.shtml 22. Programme regulations not specified in SR3 None 23. Admission requirements Applicants should normally hold at least a second class, Science based degree, from a British University (or equivalent) for admission to the Masters degree programme. Lower or other qualifications will be considered if supported by science ‘A’ Level (or equivalent) and / or relevant work experience. English qualifications of GCSE grade C or an accepted English language qualification with an IELTS score of at least 6.0 24. Additional relevant information (e.g. study abroad, information on placements, matters specific to professional courses) 25. Further information about the programme is available from: Dr Mark D. Scrimshaw – Programme Leader Margaret Wescott – Programme Administrator Institute website - through www.brunel.ac.uk/ife Please note: this specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the module guide and course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. MODULE DESCRIPTIONS The modules you take in this programme: Tuesdays, Term 1 IE5502 Ecosystem Function (15cr) IE5504 Environmental Hazard and Risk (15cr) Tuesdays, Term 2 IE5507 Environmental Monitoring (30cr) Thursdays, Terms 1 and 2 IE5508 Integrated Pollution (30cr) ME5518 Principles of Sustainable Development (15cr) IE5511 Research and Critical Skills in Environmental Science May/June – 30th September 2011 IE5500 Dissertation (60cr) (15cr) Module Code IE5502 Level M 5 Module title Ecosystem Function Module Leader Edwin Routledge Credit value 15 Prerequisites None Additional Tutors Prof. John Sumpter Prof. Suzanne Leroy School(s) responsible Institute for the Environment Co-requisites None Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1 2 3 07/06 04/08 09/08 Updated version for CCIS approval event. New assessment pattern RH RH MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE provide a broad overview of ecological principles and major developments in the field of ecology, including the possible impacts of climate change on biodiversity critically appraise ecological theories relating to the role of biodiversity in ecosystem function (including species redundancy) LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE The module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: (A) Knowledge and Understanding Students will have knowledge and understanding of the: properties and components of our planet Earth various measurements of biodiversity, patterns of biodiversity, and the role of biodiversity in ecosystem function role of energy in ecological systems and in driving the major nutrient (biogeochemical) cycles factors that affect biodiversity (including climate change) and the conservation methods that are used to protect wildlife (B) Cognitive (thinking) Skills Students will be able to: critically appraise the role of biodiversity in ecosystem function, and explain the role of energy in driving living systems and nutrient cycling illustrate, using examples, factors that affect biodiversity evaluate the need for conservation strategies at both a local and global level (C) Other Skills and Attributes (Practical/Professional/Transferable) Students will have the following transferable skills: ability to produce a concise essay use information from a variety of sources ability to analyse, present and interpret biodiversity data MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: 1. 2. 3. 4. Global ecology Biodiversity and ecosystem function Ecological energetics and nutrient cycles Factors affecting biodiversity and conservation TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). Lectures, Oral Presentations, Tutorials, Assigned Reading from Scientific journals The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (i.e. a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to self-study hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. Please indicate below the distribution of learning hours across this module: Hours 36 114 150 Classroom contact Private study Total ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: WEIGHTING: Examination (2 hours) 30% Coursework: Written Essay of 1000 words Data analysis 70% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchased advised] *Beeby A, Brennan A-M. 2004. First Ecology: Ecological Principles and Environmental Issues, 2nd Ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Begon M, Townsend C, Harper J. 2006. Ecology: From Individuals to Ecosystems, 4th Ed. Malden, MA: Blackwell Publishing. Gaston KJ, Spicer JI. 2004. Biodiversity – An Introduction, 2nd Ed. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing. 2 RECOMMENDED READING: United Nations Environment Programme. 2002. Global Environment Outlook 3. UK and USA: Earthscan. Southwick C. 1996. Global Ecology in Human Perspectives. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Wood A, Stedman-Edwards P, Mang J. 2000. The Root Causes of Biodiversity Loss. London: Earthscan. Groombridge B, Jenkins MD. 2002. World Atlas of Biodiversity: earth's living resources in the 21st century. London: University of California Press. Porteous A. 2000. Dictionary of Environmental Science and Technology. New York, NY: John Wiley and Sons Ltd. Environmental Data Services (ENDS) Reports (provided) http://www.ends.co.uk/ 3. OTHER: Frequently Referenced Journals include: Nature Science Ecosystems Global Change Biology The following information is required: CORE module on the following programmes (please list): OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Legislation and Management MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring MSc Environmental Science: Ecosystems and Human Health MSc Climate Change Impacts and Sustainability Module Code IE5504 Module title Environmental Hazard and Risk Module Leader Daniel Pickford Credit value 15 Level M 5 Prerequisites Additional Tutors Suzanne Leroy Steve Kershaw Guest Speakers School(s) responsible for teaching Institute for the Environment Co-requisites Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1 2 2.1 07/06 03/08 June 2010 Revised for CCIS approval event Minor amendments made to additional tutors and list of programmes RH STM MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE To develop an understanding of scientific uncertainty and the relationship between hazard and risk, how risk is perceived and how government/industry/individuals assess risk in relation to natural, anthropogenic and occupational hazards in our environment and how these risks may be influenced by global warming and climate change. LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE The module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and competence in the following areas: 1. Understanding of the concepts of hazard, exposure and risk, the interdependence of these concepts and how they apply to human and environmental health 2. Ability to identify and differentiate between various physical, biological and occupational factors that influence exposure to and toxicity of chemicals in the environment. 3. Understanding of basic statistical concepts and the ability to interpret complex, incomplete and at times inconsistent datasets. 4. Understanding of principal processes in the risk management cycle and knowledge of basic methodologies used in human or ecological risk assessment and environmental impact assessment. 5. Recognise and critically reflect on scientific and societal considerations in risk management and the application and implications of the precautionary principle. MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: 1. Probability and the concepts of hazard, exposure, risk and uncertainty 2. Approaches used in for characterising hazard and exposure in human health risk assessment and environmental risk assessment 3. Case studies of human and environmental risk assessment in relation to chemical contaminants; PCBs and remediation 4. Environmental Impact Assessment 5. Managing risks presented by climate change – mitigation and adaptation 6. Risk Communication: the nuclear power industry and risk in energy economics 7. Geohazards and Risk 8. Flooding and Desertification – risk mapping in response to climate change 9. Risk Perception, uncertainty, and the precautionary principle: Genetically modified organisms, food shortage and agricultural practice, biofuels and the organic devolution TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). Lectures, seminars, written coursework project and group work exercise, presentation The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (ie a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to selfstudy hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. Please indicate below the distribution of learning hours across this module: Hours 36 114 150 Classroom contact Private study Total ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: WEIGHTING: Coursework group exercise and presentation [20%] and written report of approximately 3000 words [50%] 70% Examination (2 hours) 30% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] *Burgman M. 2005. Risks and decisions for conservation and environmental management. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Peer reviewed literature as provided through directed reading 2 RECOMMENDED READING Flynn J, Slovic P, Kunreuther H. 2001. Risk, Media and Stigma: Understanding Public Challenges to Modern Science and Technology. London/Sterling VA: Earthscan Publications Ltd. Harremoes P. 2002. The Precautionary Principle in the 20th Century: Late Lessons from Early Warnings. London/Sterling VA: Earthscan Publications Ltd. U.S. EPA. 1992. Framework for Ecological Risk Assessment United States. Environmental Protection Agency 1998 EPA/630/R-95/002F. 3. OTHER Relevant publications in peer-reviewed literature include: o Environmental Science and Technology o Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry o Environmental Health Perspectives o Reliability Engineering and System Safety The following information is optional: CORE module on the following programmes (please list): OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Legislation and Management MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring MSc Climate change Impacts and Sustainability MSc Susatainable Energy: Technologies and Management (School of Enginerring and Design) Module Code IE5507 Module title Environmental Monitoring Module Leader Dr AJ Chaudhary Credit value 30 Level M 5 Pre-requisites None Additional Tutors Dr Mark Scrimshaw Others School(s) responsible for teaching Institute for the Environment Co-requisites None Date syllabus written or revised: July 2006, Sept 2008 (assessment pattern) MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE learn the key aspects of sampling techniques in acquiring representative samples of air, soil and water for environmental monitoring learn the key analytical techniques and develop the practical skills in monitoring of environmental pollution study the practical methods for the investigation of air, soil and water quality LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE The module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: (A) Knowledge and Understanding Students will have knowledge and understanding of the: importance of environmental monitoring programmes to control environmental pollution environmental sampling techniques and their significance monitoring instrumentation and their classification methods and analytical techniques to measure pollutant concentrations from air, soil and water samples statistical interpretation of analytical data significance and quality of results and the interpretation of information into useful knowledge (B) Cognitive (thinking) Skills Students will be able to: select appropriate sampling techniques to collect environmental samples for monitoring develop analytical procedures to minimise random and systematic errors select appropriate analytical techniques for environmental monitoring modify analytical procedures and develop protocols to obtain desired information handle and interpret data obtained from various analytical techniques write reports of analytical methodologies and sampling techniques used in a range of pollution control measurements (C) Other Skills and Attributes (Practical/Professional/Transferable) Students will have the following transferable skills: interpret and report data clearly including statistical significance sampling and monitoring strategies appropriate analytical techniques for environmental monitoring MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Sampling Techniques Analytical Techniques for Environmental Monitoring Practical Experiments Statistical Methods Data Handling and Retrieval TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). Lectures, practical demonstrations, hands-on laboratory sessions The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (ie a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to self-study hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. Please indicate below the distribution of learning hours across this module: Hours 36 Classroom contact 24 Analytical laboratory 6 Field visit(s) 234 Private study 300 Total ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: The module is assessed through a combination of written examination, workshops, laboratory practicals, projects, oral and poster presentations of some selected topics to staff. WEIGHTING: Examination (2 hours) 30% Coursework Indicative assessment includes a file of reports on a mixture of practical sessions and site visits [60%] and an oral presentation (10%) 70% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] Ahmad R, Cartwright M, Taylor F. 2001. Analytical Methods for Environmental Monitoring. London: Pearson Education Limited. Fifield FW, Haines PJ. 2000. Environmental Analytical Chemistry. London: Blackwell Science (UK). Reeve RN. 2002. Introduction to Environmental Analysis. Chichester, UK: John Wiley and Sons Ltd. 2 RECOMMENDED READING Artiola JF, Pepper IL, Brusseau ML. 2002. Environmental Monitoring and Characterization. London: Academic Press Inc. (London) Ltd. Burden FR, Donnert D, Godish T, McKelvie I. 2002. Environmental Monitoring Handbook. New York: McGraw Hill Higher Education. Radojevic M. Bashkin V. 1999. Practical Environmental Analysis. London: The Royal Society of Chemistry. Loconto PR. 2001. Trace Environmental Quantitative Analysis: Principles, Techniques, and Applications. London: Marcel Dekker Ltd. Patnaik P. 1997. Handbook of Environmental Analysis: Chemical Pollutants in Air, Water, Soil, and Solid Wastes. USA: CRC Press. Dean JR. 2003. Methods for Environmental Trace Analysis. Chichester, UK: John Wiley and Sons Ltd. 3. OTHER Frequently Referenced Journals include: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment Environmental Science and Pollution Research International Journal of Environment and Pollution (IJEP) The following information is optional: CORE module on the following programmes (please list): OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring Module Code IE5508 Module title Integrated Pollution Module Leader Dr Mark Scrimshaw Credit value 30 Level M 5 Pre-requisites None Additional Tutors Dr AJ Chaudhary Guest Lecturers School(s) responsible for teaching Institute for the Environment Co-requisites None Date syllabus written or revised: July 2006, Sept 08 (assessment pattern) June 2010 change to assessment pattern MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE study fundamental scientific aspects of environmental pollution with an emphasis on sources, pathways and receptors and technical approaches to controlling exposure. study the environmental and technological issues in the management and control of water, air and land pollution LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE The module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: (A) Knowledge and Understanding Students will have knowledge and understanding of the: science and technology of environmental pollution of air, land and water concepts of an integrated approach to environmental pollution control environmental and technological issues in the management of control technologies for air, land and water pollution best environmental option for control of pollution and the operations of facilities for pollution monitoring and control through selected site visits fate, behaviour and effects of pollutants in the environment (B) Cognitive (thinking) Skills Students will be able to: critically analyse issues related to the science and technology of environmental pollution of air, land and water relate appropriate control technologies to causes of air, water and land pollution critically evaluate and develop integrated approaches to environmental pollution control understand the national and international drivers that control air, land and water pollution contextualise the environmental and technological and the drivers relating to the management and control of air, land and water pollution and disposal of waste (C) Other Skills and Attributes (Practical/Professional/Transferable) Students will have the following transferable skills: research and discuss complex issues apply techniques to evaluate real-world situations give and defend an oral/poster presentation work in groups on a selected research topic MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: 1. Water, , Land and Atmospheric Pollution 2. Environmental standards and Environmental Monitoring 3. Organics and Heavy Metals in the Environment 4. Pollution Abatement Technologies 5. Waste Handling and Treatment - Trade/Industrial Effluent and Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Sludge Management 6. Contaminated Soil and Sediment Management TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). Lectures, workshops, industry lectures and site visits The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (ie a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to self-study hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. Please indicate below the distribution of learning hours across this module: Hours 36 12 252 300 Classroom contact Field visit(s) Private study Total ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: WEIGHTING: Coursework Indicative assessment includes a group project of 2000 words (each student) Individual report of 2000 words and an oral presentation Examination (2 hours) 70% 30% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] *Harrison RM. 2001. Pollution: Causes, Effects and Control (4th Ed). Cambridge: Royal Society of Chemistry. Lester JN, Birkett JW. 1999. Microbiology and Chemistry for Environmental Scientists and Engineers (2nd Ed). London: E & FN Spon. *Sawyer CN, McCarty PL, Parkin GF. 1994. Chemistry for Environmental Engineering (4th Ed). New York: McGraw-Hill. 2 RECOMMENDED READING Arundel J. 2000. Sewage and industrial Effluent Treatment: A Practical Guide (2nd Ed). London: Blackwell Science. Environmental Data Services. ENDS Reports. London: Environmental Data Services Ltd (ENDS). http://www.ends.co.uk/ Gray NF. 1999. Water Technology: An Introduction for Scientists and Engineers. Oxford: ButterworthHeinemann. Kay BH. 1999. Water Resources: Health, Environment and Development. London: E & FN Spon. Montgomery JM. 2005. Water Treatment: Principles and Design. New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons Inc. Wescoat JL. 2003. Water for Life: Water Management and Environmental Policy. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. 3. OTHER Frequently Referenced Journals include: Environmental Science and Technology Water , Air and Soil Pollution Waste Management The following information is optional: CORE module on the following programmes (please list): OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring Module Code Module title Module Leader Credit value Research and Critical Skills in Environmental Sciences Dr. Daniel Pickford 15 Level Prerequisites Additional Tutors School(s) responsible for teaching M None IE 5511 Corequisites None Dr. Steve Kershaw Dr. Mark Scrimshaw Prof. Suzanne Leroy Guest Speakers Institute for the Environment Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1 04/08 New module RH MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE To develop professional, research and critical skills necessary to support higher learning and development of an integrative approach to problem solving, necessary for success in environmental science careers in public or private sectors or the academic environment. To encourage students to understand and critically reflect on methods and techniques for knowledge analysis in the context of modern research, and to develop a practical grasp of available resources to support research in environmental sciences To promote an inter-disciplinary understanding of the interactions between human society and the environment that are likely to undergo significant change in response to global climate change LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE 1. Develop problem formulation, literature searching, critical analysis, and written/oral communication skills to support the dissertation experience, and to enhance employability across a wide variety of environmentally-related vocations 2. Demonstrate the awareness of linkages between the variety of subject areas that comprise environmental science, and the integration of different disciplinary approaches to support problem solving. MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: Methods and techniques for knowledge analysis (e.g. Vee-heuristic, concept maps) Skills associated with critical and reflective understanding/evaluation (e.g. identifying knowledge claims and schools of thought, evaluating methodologies) Skills associated with communication of scientific issues (developing hypotheses, communicating uncertainty, referencing in scientific writing) Issues associated with professional practice and research in environmental sciences (e.g research ethics, academic honesty and plagiarism) Case studies in global climate change – development of an integrated understanding of the impacts of climate change on society and the environment and the increasing importance of sustainability as a guiding principle in all arenas of human activity TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). The methods used to achieve learning outcomes are: Seminars that focus on providing students with a framework for development of critical thinking skills (i.e. knowledge analysis) and fundamental information relevant to communication of science (written reports, posters, oral presentations, referencing) Seminars covering contemporary issues in environmental science (principally concerning climate change issues) in which students will be encouraged to develop an integrated understanding of the manifold impacts that climate change is likely to have on society and the wider environment Workshops designed to provide candidates with the opportunity to apply research, critical and professional skills in a mutually supportive context. Students will work individually and in teams to develop and apply knowledge and some sessions will focus specifically on development of dissertation proposals (see below) [All learning outcomes]. Essential (and additional) reading that covers important contemporary issues in environmental science from a variety of disciplinary approaches [All learning outcomes] The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (ie a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to selfstudy hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. The distribution of learning hours across this module are broadly as follows: (a) up to 36 hours are contact (inc. content delivery, workshops and/or seminars) and (b) the remaining hours are noncontact hours (i.e, private study) partially directed and supported via u-link ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: WEIGHTING: There will be a number of formative assessments throughout the module to develop and reinforce learning outcomes The module will feature a single summative coursework assessment, which will be a proposal for dissertation topic, which will feature a literature review and critical analysis of a relevant area for the programme being studied, development of hypotheses, and proposal for dissertation research. 100% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] th Cooper, S. and Patton, R. (2006) Writing Logically, Thinking Critically, (5 Edn.), Pearson, New York. 2 RECOMMENDED READING Southwick, C. (1996) Global Ecology in Human Perspective (1st Edn.) Oxford University Press ENDS report (available in Institute for the Environment Resource Room) 3. OTHER Students will be supplied with a number of journal papers and extracts throughout the module for considered as essential/background reading for the course and/or for formative group/individual assessment The following information is required: CORE module on the following programmes (please list): OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring MSc Environmental Science: Legislation and Management MSc Environmental Science: Ecosystem and Human Health MSc Climate Change Impacts and Sustainability N/A Module Code Module title Module Leader Credit value Research and Critical Skills in Environmental Sciences Dr. Daniel Pickford 15 Level Prerequisites Additional Tutors School(s) responsible for teaching M None IE 5511 Corequisites None Dr. Steve Kershaw Dr. Mark Scrimshaw Prof. Suzanne Leroy Guest Speakers Institute for the Environment Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1 04/08 New module RH MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE To develop professional, research and critical skills necessary to support higher learning and development of an integrative approach to problem solving, necessary for success in environmental science careers in public or private sectors or the academic environment. To encourage students to understand and critically reflect on methods and techniques for knowledge analysis in the context of modern research, and to develop a practical grasp of available resources to support research in environmental sciences To promote an inter-disciplinary understanding of the interactions between human society and the environment that are likely to undergo significant change in response to global climate change LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE 3. Develop problem formulation, literature searching, critical analysis, and written/oral communication skills to support the dissertation experience, and to enhance employability across a wide variety of environmentally-related vocations 4. Demonstrate the awareness of linkages between the variety of subject areas that comprise environmental science, and the integration of different disciplinary approaches to support problem solving. MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: Methods and techniques for knowledge analysis (e.g. Vee-heuristic, concept maps) Skills associated with critical and reflective understanding/evaluation (e.g. identifying knowledge claims and schools of thought, evaluating methodologies) Skills associated with communication of scientific issues (developing hypotheses, communicating uncertainty, referencing in scientific writing) Issues associated with professional practice and research in environmental sciences (e.g research ethics, academic honesty and plagiarism) Case studies in global climate change – development of an integrated understanding of the impacts of climate change on society and the environment and the increasing importance of sustainability as a guiding principle in all arenas of human activity TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). The methods used to achieve learning outcomes are: Seminars that focus on providing students with a framework for development of critical thinking skills (i.e. knowledge analysis) and fundamental information relevant to communication of science (written reports, posters, oral presentations, referencing) Seminars covering contemporary issues in environmental science (principally concerning climate change issues) in which students will be encouraged to develop an integrated understanding of the manifold impacts that climate change is likely to have on society and the wider environment Workshops designed to provide candidates with the opportunity to apply research, critical and professional skills in a mutually supportive context. Students will work individually and in teams to develop and apply knowledge and some sessions will focus specifically on development of dissertation proposals (see below) [All learning outcomes]. Essential (and additional) reading that covers important contemporary issues in environmental science from a variety of disciplinary approaches [All learning outcomes] The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (ie a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to selfstudy hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. The distribution of learning hours across this module are broadly as follows: (a) up to 36 hours are contact (inc. content delivery, workshops and/or seminars) and (b) the remaining hours are noncontact hours (i.e, private study) partially directed and supported via u-link ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: WEIGHTING: There will be a number of formative assessments throughout the module to develop and reinforce learning outcomes The module will feature a single summative coursework assessment, which will be a proposal for dissertation topic, which will feature a literature review and critical analysis of a relevant area for the programme being studied, development of hypotheses, and proposal for dissertation research. 100% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] th Cooper, S. and Patton, R. (2006) Writing Logically, Thinking Critically, (5 Edn.), Pearson, New York. 2 RECOMMENDED READING Southwick, C. (1996) Global Ecology in Human Perspective (1st Edn.) Oxford University Press ENDS report (available in Institute for the Environment Resource Room) 3. OTHER Students will be supplied with a number of journal papers and extracts throughout the module for considered as essential/background reading for the course and/or for formative group/individual assessment The following information is required: CORE module on the following programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring MSc Environmental Science: Legislation and Management MSc Environmental Science: Ecosystem and Human Health MSc Climate Change Impacts and Sustainability OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): N/A Module Code: ME5518 Module title Principles of Sustainable Development; Energy in Transport and Industry Module Leader: Dr Z Dehouche Credit value: 15 Level M Pre-requisites Additional Tutors: Dr D Pickford Dr P Warren School(s) responsible for teaching School of Engineering and Design Co-requisites JACS Code Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1.0 05/10 Change to module tutors. Assessment was 2 x assignments at 50% each LMA MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE To introduce the key concepts of sustainable development and energy management To introduce the challenging issues related to energy production, supply and utilization and the environmental impacts of different energy sources To examine the implications of energy use in transport and industrial sectors To introduce future low carbon energy systems including emerging fuels and fuel cell power technologies LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE The module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: (A) Knowledge and Understanding 1. Principles of sustainable development and life cycle assessment 2. Energy resources and use and their environmental impacts and climate change issues 3. Energy use trends in industrial and transportation sectors 4. Innovations in transport design in the context of sustainable urban environment 5. Key drivers of the changing attitudes (ecological, economic, social) towards sustainability 6. Fuel cell power systems for stationary and mobile infrastructures B Cognitive (thinking) Skills which facilitate 7. The analysis of selected transport policies 8. The selection of sustainable power generation systems for industrial processes and buildings C Other Skills and Attributes (Practical/Professional/Transferable) which develop: 9. The ability to present results in a structured written report MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: Sustainable Development: Ecological, Economic and Social Conception of Sustainability. Indicators of Sustainability. Sustainable development in the UK, Europe and International. International Sustainable Development Initiatives. Principles of life cycle assessment including examples of input/output data. Energy: Definitions. Historical review. Energy economics. Energy sources. Energy and climate change. Anthropogenic influence on climate. Energy as a strategic issue and economic factors. Energy use: Energy markets. Energy consumption by sector in the UK and internationally. Emissions trading. Energy as business issue: Overview of costs. Typical large company and SME costs. Energy purchasing and impact of deregulation. Benchmarking. Degree day analysis. Monitoring and targeting systems. Energy audits. Industry: Energy use by industry. Industrial heating and ventilating systems. Industrial processes and energy use. Water and trade affluent management. Low energy factory design. Transport: Energy use by transport systems and travel. Advanced transport systems. Vehicle innovations and energy sources. Zero emission vehicles and fuel cell developments. Demand responsive systems. Intelligent vehicle highway systems. Agenda 21 and sustainable cities. TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). Full-time students: A mixture of lectures and seminars are employed, accompanied by self-directed reading materials. Distance Learning students: Self-study course materials will be used with self-assessment questions and solutions CONTACT HOURS: Please state the indicative distribution of learning hours across this module. Average learning hours per week: 4.5 Of which 1.5 hours are student/tutor contact hours per week ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE (please provide the length/duration of each assessment listed): WEIGHTING: Assignment (comprising of two written reports) 100% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] MSc Lecture notes 2 RECOMMENDED READING 1. David J.C. MacKay, Sustainable Energy - Without the Hot Air, UIT (2008). ISBN-10: 0954452933 (http://www.withouthotair.com) 2. Dincer; C. Zamfirescu, Sustainable Energy Systems and Applications, Springer (2009), ISBN-13: 9780387958606 3. S. Billataos, Green Technology and Design for the Environment, CRC Press (1997), ISBN: 978-156032-460-7 4. A. Azapagic, R. Clift, S. Perdan, Sustainable Development in Practice: Case Studies for Engineers and Scientists, John Wiley & Sons (2004), ISBN: 0470856084 5. R. OHayre, W. Colella, SukWon Cha and F. B. Prinz, Fuel Cell Fundamentals, John Wiley & Sons; 2nd edition (2009), ISBN-13: 978-0470258439 6. G. Hoogers, Fuel Cell Technology Handbook, CRC 1 edition (2002), ISBN-13: 978-0849308772 7. Ram B. Gupta, Hydrogen Fuel: Production, Transport, and Storage, CRC Press (2008) ISBN9781420045758 8. Bent Sorensen, Hydrogen and Fuel Cells: Emerging Technologies and Applications, Academic Press (2005). ISBN-10: 0126552819 9. DETR (1999), A Better Quality of Life: A Strategy for Sustainable Development for the UK, The Stationery Office. 10. DETR (2000), Quality of Life Counts: Indicators for a Strategy for Sustainable Development in the UK. The Stationery Office. 11. Department for Transport (2009), Low Carbon Transport: A Greener Future, , ISBN:9780101768221 12. A. Root, Delivering Sustainable Transport A Social Science Perspective, Elsevier (2002), ISBN: 9780080440224 13. Department of Energy and Climate change (2009), UK Energy in Brief 14. BERR (2008), UK Energy Sector Indicators 3 OTHER http://www.decc.gov.uk/ http://www.dft.gov.uk/ http://www.itdp.org/ http://www.energy-future.com/ Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center: http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/fuels/hydrogen_related.html http://www.oecd.org/department/0,3355,en_2649_34363_1_1_1_1_1,00.html http://www.iea.org/ World Business Council for Sustainable Development: http://www.wbcsd.org/ http://www.fossil.energy.gov/index.html http://www.sustainable-development.gov.uk/ http://www.worldenergy.org/ The following information is required: COMPULSORY module on the following programmes (please list): OPTION module on the following programmes (please list): MSc in Sustainable Energy Technologies and Management MSc in Advanced Mechanical Engineering Module Code IE5500 Level 5 Prerequisites Taught Modules Module title Dissertation Corequisites None Module Leader Credit value Dr Edwin Routledge 60 Additional Tutors All academic staff School(s) responsible for teaching Institute for the Environment Version No. Date Notes – Q&S USE ONLY AO 1 2 07/06 04/08 New module Updates following MSc CCIS approval RH MAIN AIMS OF THE MODULE allows students to undertake an in-depth study of a topic, using primary or secondary data sources, that is of relevance to the module develop an integrated, and where appropriate interdisciplinary, understanding of the topic chosen LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE The module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas: (A) Knowledge and Understanding Students will have knowledge and understanding of the: chosen topic(s) for their dissertation (B) Cognitive (thinking) Skills Students will be able to: critically assess peer-reviewed literature in relevant area(s) use and employ appropriate research methods interpret analytical, statistical and other data in order to draw appropriate inferences undertake critical assessment of one’s own research in order to identify limitations of the work and (if necessary) be able to specify criteria for application of knowledge that has been developed (C) Other Skills and Attributes (Practical/Professional/Transferable) Students will have the following transferable skills: write a coherent, concise and well structured report on their research independently seek out research material and guidance on the appropriate presentation of a dissertation report work independently to schedule activities to meet deadlines demonstrate initiative and ability to tackle novel problems and seek assistance from supervisor at appropriate points undertake to develop a sound working relationship with one’s supervisor MAIN TOPICS OF STUDY: For dissertations using secondary data sources, students are encouraged to choose their own topic; for dissertations generating primary data (e.g. laboratory studies) suitable topics are chosen by the supervisor in order to fit into the research expertise of staff. Dissertations involving work with external organisations to produce primary data can be developed in cooperation with a suitable external supervisor. TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS/STRATEGIES USED TO ENABLE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: these might include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, laboratories, distance learning, projects or other methods (please specify). Students will apply, in a formal manner, the skills and knowledge they have acquired during the taught part of the programme (mainly in the coursework component). This includes process skills (searching literature, accessing and analysing data, problem formulation and expression, literacy); presentational skills (report writing, word processing, data illustration in the form of graphs and tables); management skill (setting objectives, project planning, progress review, time management); personal skills (self-reliance and motivation, self-discipline, self-criticism). The dissertation supervisor, as part of his/her supervisory role, will also reinforce these skills. Students are encouraged to work independently, but at the same time are expected to contact their supervisor on a regular basis in order to seek advice and obtain feedback if, and when, required. The University expects student learning hours to be a notional 10 hours per credit awarded (ie a 20 credit module would involve notional learning time of 200 hours) including taught classes, private study, revision and assessment. The University does not provide guidelines on the minimum number of contact hours per module because patterns of study, including the ratio of contact hours to self-study hours, are likely to vary across levels as learner autonomy increases. Please indicate below the distribution of learning hours across this module: Hours 600 Total hours, to include contact time with supervisor(s) as appropriate ASSESSMENT METHODS WHICH ENABLE STUDENT TO DEMONSTRATE THE LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE: Dissertation (max 10,000 words) WEIGHTING: 100% INDICATIVE READING LIST: 1 ESSENTIAL READING [* Purchase advised] Thesis knowledge area: relevant peer-review journal papers Thesis writing area: Strunk W, White EB. 2000. The Elements of Style. 4th Ed. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon. 2 RECOMMENDED READING Thesis knowledge area: relevant published reference works Thesis writing area: Barrass R. 1991. Scientists Must Write. London: Chapman & Hall. O’Connor M. 1991. Writing successfully in science. Cambridge: The University Press. 3. OTHER Materials outside of relevant peer-reviewed journal papers and published reference works are often termed ‘grey’ literature. Use these materials with caution. They include web materials, government publications and other non-peer-reviewed materials. The following information is required: CORE module on the following MSc Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring programmes (please list): MSc Environmental Science: Legislation and Management MSc Environmental Science: Ecosystems and Human Health MSc Climate Change Impacts and Sustainability OPTION module on the following programmes (please list):