Suitable for:
Those with an interest in environmental issues and those wishing to
progress onto a formal qualification in Environmental Studies.
Course Venue: St
Johns College[Central College]
Course
Duration:
One night per week for 8 weeks in the Autumn and Spring.
Course
Objectives:
| To outline the various ecological,
political, legal, and social aspects of environmental issues. |
| To Familiarise participants with a
range of environmental topics both local and global. |
| To enable participants to improve
the quality of their environment and lifestyle. |
Course
Topics:
The course may
include the following topics:
Air Pollution - Traffic Congestion - Irish Wildlife - Nuclear Power - Organic Farming -
Marine and Coastal Environment - Animal Welfare - Industrial Pollution - Waste Re-Cycling -
Global Action Plan [Rio Summit] - Whales and Dolphins - Birds of Ireland - Environmental
Law- Clean Production - Wetlands - Transport
Course
Certification:
Certificate in Foundation Environmental Studies.