Essential elements in environmental geochemistry for applications in environmental sciences. Thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium. The influence of weathering and natural organic matter on pollutant behaviour. Partitioning between solid, dissolved and gaseous phases. Aquatic chemistry. Use of geochemical models for speciation and simulations. Effects of global change. Global and local element cycles. Assessment for water quality.
AE2101 Environmental Dynamics/Chemical Processes 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The course gives an overview of chemical processes in the natural environment with emphasis on pollution problems. After completion of the course, the students should be able to:
- Understand the chemical effects of important environmental pollutants and greenhouse gases on soils, waters and sediments.
- Evaluate the environmental fate of pollutants with geochemical models.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
At least 180 credits Academic studies in Engineering, Science, Economics or Planning including including 35 credit basic courses in physics, chemistry, mathematics and earth sciences and documented proficiency in English B or equivalent (TOEFL, IELTS e g).
Literature
- Gustafsson, J.P., Jacks, G., Simonsson, M. & Nilsson, I. 2006. Soil and water chemistry.
- Exercise and laboratory manual.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- ÖVN1 - Exercise on Chemical, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
Written examination (TEN1; 3c)
Exercises (OVN1; 4.5c).
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
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Main field of study
The Built Environment
Education cycle
Second cycle