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Pollutants and the Human Environment (ENV222)

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Description: 

Develops an understanding of toxicology, how it is used and its limitations. Examines some chemical and physical pollutants and their presence in homes, the workplace, and the wider environment. Emphasis is placed on how we use chemicals, our day to day exposure to toxic substances, and the concept of risk. Discusses the interaction between toxins and the development of illnesses like asthma, allergies and multiple chemical sensitivity, as well as their impact on quality of life, health and work performance.

Contact time: 

Lectures: 3 hours per week; tutorials: 1 hour per week.

Prerequisites: 

Nil.

Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.

Exclusions: 

Students who have successfully completed N323 Management of Industrial and Occupational Environments may not enrol in this unit for credit.

Used in these Courses: 

Environmental Management (BEnvMan)
Sustainable Development (BA, BSc)
Graduate Diploma in Education Studies

Used in these Minors: 

Environmental Issues
Pollution Science

Pollutants and the Human Environment (ENV555)

as for ENV222, except as follows

Points: 

4

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: S1-internal, S1-external

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Prerequisites: 

Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.