| Module Title |
Environmental Analysis |
| Module Code |
ENS1003 (ITS: CS217) |
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Faculty |
Science & Health |
School |
Chemical Sciences |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
To develop an appreciation of the analytical approaches required in environmental analysis of air, water and soil samples. To provide the student with knowledge of analytical techniques available to solve/assess current environmental challenges.
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Learning Outcomes
1. The student will become familiar with the initial planning stages involved in environmental analysis including the sampling plan, quality assurance, storage and handling and safety. Basic analytical techniques and the theory behind them are introduced and put into context. Basic concepts of toxicology and environmental forensics are also introduced.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Assessment Feedback | 24 | 24 lectures |
| Total Workload: 24 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10652 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Brian Kelleher | Module Teacher | Ciprian Briciu Burghina, Fiona Regan, Mary Pryce |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Fieldwork | Continuous assessment as assigned by the Module coordinator | 100% | n/a |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- R.N Reeve: 2001, Introduction to Environmental Analysis,
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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