Description

The course designed for advanced undergraduate students interested in environmental marine pollution. The objective of the course is for students to understand marine pollution (theory and practice), the potential environmental impacts on people and economy. General principles and practices will be covered first, followed by lectures on specific topics on individual pollutants that affect the marine environment. Lecture outlines will be based primarily but not exclusively on the content of a class textbook (additional readings are required). Students will be expected to independently study all required readings. Optional extra credit will be available. Students enrolling in this course are expected to have prior knowledge of basic biology and chemistry and ecology. The Course is designed as per the requirements of the STCW-F 95 convention as amended as well as IMO model course 7.06

Program

Fisheries Technology

Objectives

• A. Knowledge and UnderstandingrnAt the end of the course, students should be able to :rn1. Recognize the history and concept of marine pollution and its future outlook.rn2. Know the principles of marine pollutionrn3. Know the important and sensitive areas that is most vulnerable to marine pollutionrn4. Understand processes, s and services of aquatic ecosystems.rn5. Understand the conservation principles in developing conservation approaches for aquatic species and aquatic ecosystem in general. B. Intellectual SkillsrnThe course provides students with:rn1. Know the general concepts understanding pollution and its preventionrn2. Understand the environmental and ecological concerns associated with marine pollution .rn3. Define and distinguish different sources of marine pollution.rn4. Identify global and regional agreements and initiatives addressing marine pollution.rn5. Integrate base knowledge and critical thinking to address novel challenges and solutions. C. Professional and Practical skillsrnAt the end of the course, students should be able to :rn1. Discuss how the sectors are performing in terms of environmental protection and management.rn2. Analyze environmental protection standards requirements.rn3. Examine cases of best practices in the monitoring and control of fishing port activities.rn4. Use analytical skills to identify problems.rnD. General and Transferable skillsrnAt the end of the course, students should be able to :rn1. Explain the current changes and evolution in environmental standards.rn2. Identify the most common issues in port environmental management.rn3. Appreciate the value of Marine Environmental Management.rn4. Distinguish and evaluate waste production.rn5. Be familiar with International and/or National regulations, legislation and