Unit Code: CHM826

Unit Name: Environmental Chemistry and Climate Change

Description: This course builds upon the knowledge gained during previous studies and provides an in-depth understanding of environmental problems and the related chemistry behind them. It discusses major environmental issues, their causes and harmful effects and delves into lessons learnt from environmental case studies. This course also talks about the cycling, accumulation, migration, transformation and toxicology of environmental contaminants. It also deals with chemical analysis of air, water, soil and waste and emphasizes on pollution prevention through Green Chemistry. Furthermore, it elaborates on the research opportunities in environmental chemistry applicable at local, national, regional and global levels.

Learning Target Outcomes:

Prerequisite: Bachelor Degree with Chemistry as a major subject

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 30

Offered In: Semester 1,2