ENVR07039 2019 Air Quality Theory and Practical
Full Title
Air Quality Theory and Practical
Transcript Title
Air Quality Theory & Practical
Code
ENVR07039
Attendance
75 %
Subject Area
ENVR - Environmental Science
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
07 - Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Aideen Considine, Ossian Geraghty
Programme Membership
SG_SENVI_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science
SG_SENVI_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Protection
SG_SSCIE_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Science
SG_SENVI_J07 201900 Level 7 Add-on Award in Science in Environmental Protection
SG_SSCIE_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science
Description
The aims of this module are to enable the student to characterise air pollutants, explain the chemistry of air pollutants and evaluate their significance from and environmental and health perspective.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Identify the major atmospheric and indoor air pollutants of a chemical nature from selected anthropogenic activities and explain the effects and impacts of these pollutants.
2.
Utilise knowledge of essential facts, major concepts and underlying principles in relation to air pollution.
3.
Describe and evaluate air pollution control strategies.
4.
Take direction, accept constructive criticism to enhance and direct self learning within a structured team environment.
5.
Select suitable methodologies for the monitoring of air quality and complete associated calculations for a range of chemical sampling methods and evaluate air sampling data.
6.
Undertake monitoring of air quality and undertake associated calculations for a range of chemical air contaminants.
7.
Evaluate air sampling data and determine the relevance, significance and limitations of the data collected.
Module Dependencies
Co-requisites
Air Characterisation Practical
Indicative Syllabus
Sources, nature and environmental impact of air pollutants (chemical and biological).
Air sampling, analysis, monitoring and control strategies.
Risks and safe levels of contaminants in stacks and atmosphere and associated calculations, reporting formats, units, etc.
Regulatory framework for chemical contaminants in air, including IPPC licensing, BREF Notes & BAT.
Nature of bioaerosol, Identify hazards i.e. Infection, Allergy, Poisoning, and examples of bacteria, Actinomycetes, and yeasts/moulds. Hazard groups of microorganisms and Biosafety Levels.
Dispersion Modelling.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Short Answer Questions Short questions | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 15 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,5,7 |
| 2 | Practical Evaluation Continoues Assessment; Practical Write ups, Interview, Laboratory performance mark | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 50 % | OnGoing | 1,2,4,5,6,7 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 35 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,5,7 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Supervision | Science Laboratory | Laboratory | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Self Study | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Lodge, J.P, (1989) Methods of Air sampling and Analysis, 3rd Edition , Lewis Publishers.
Harrington, J., Gardiner, K., 2005. Occupational Hygiene. 3rd ed. Malden, Mass. Blackwell Pub.
Finucane, E. W., 1998. Definitions, conversions, and calculations for occupational safety and health professionals. 2nd Edition. Boca Raton. Lewis Publishers.
Safety Health & Welfare at Work (Chemical Agents) Regulations, 2001.
2011 Code of Practice for the Safety Health & Welfare at Work (Chemical Agents) Regulations, 2001.
Manahan, S.E. (2005) Environmental Chemistry CRC Press.
Elsom, D.M. (1992) Atmospheric Pollution-A Global Perspective Blackwell Publishers.
Elsom, D.M. (1996) Smog Alert: Managing Urban Air Quality Earthscan Publications Ltd.
Other Resources
None
Additional Information
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