ES 3241 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

A study of the chemistry of the atmosphere, water, and soil as well as the associated pollution problems. Chemical hazards in the environment such as heavy metals and synthetic organic compounds, risk assessment, and the chemistry and environmental implications of energy production are also discussed. As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the chemistry of the lithosphere and the hydrosphere, of associated pollution problems and of treatment processes. 2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of atmospheric chemistry and of associated environmental problems such as pollution, climate change and ozone depletion, relate them with the use of energy, and discuss management solutions. 3. Outline the process of risk assessment and explain the nature, chemical properties, fates, as well as the health and environmental effects of toxic chemicals including heavy metals and synthetic organic compounds. 4. Examine, analyze and evaluate an environmental chemistry topic of current interest and compose a project report. 5. Demonstrate ability to communicate data, information and research findings effectively in several forms (e.g. written, graphical and verbal), and defend them in a professional manner.