On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify relevant legislation for environmental control and advise on strategies for compliance;
2. Identify sources of air, water and soil pollution associated with major industries, in particular construction, and devise strategies for their control;
3. Assess and manage environmental noise problems;
4. Assess pest infestation and implement appropriate controls;
5. Assess risk from infectious organisms and devise appropriate sanitation measures;
6. Systematically address waste production to minimise and manage the waste stream.

1. Outline of relevant environmental and public health legislation in Singapore;
2. Air pollution - prevention and control;
3. Water pollution - prevention and control;
4. Soil pollution - prevention and control;
5. Environmental noise pollution - prevention and control;
6. Outline of the biology of major pests - mosquitoes, houseflies, rats;
7. Pest control;
8. Infectious organisms and sanitation measures;
9. Food hygiene
10. Waste minimisation and management;
11. Management of stormwater and drainage systems.

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External Mode
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning

Case Study
Email Discussion Group
Problem Based Learning
Field Study
Lecture
Experience Based Learning
Forums
Integrated Learning
Self Directed Learning

Integrated Learning: for 40 hour(s) per Term for Full Term