Environmental Fate and Management. 3 credits, 3 contact hours

Catalog description

Prerequisites: ENE 371 . This course will explore the fundamental processes that control the migration and transformation of chemicals in various environmental media (surface water, groundwater, and the atmosphere). Emphasis will be placed on understanding advection, diffusion, dispersion, retardation, and chemical reactions. Through quantitative problem-solving exercises, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of how chemicals move through the environment, identify source areas, assess exposure pathways, and apply toxicology data to evaluate environmental risks. The course will provide the skills necessary to manage environmental contaminants and inform decision-making for environmental protection.