CHEM2601 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (8 Credits)
Pre-requisite: CHEM1901 and CHEM1902 AND Permission required. Students are strongly recommended to read CHEM2001 and CHEM3001 before entering this course.
Syllabus:
A study of the important processes and reactions in the environment
by a consideration of:
- (a) the biogeochemical cycles of the major, minor and trace elements
showing sources and dispersion processes;
- (b) the divisions into lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere;
and
- (c) the interactions between man and the environment (including pollution
control).
A study of corrosion by a consideration of:
- (a) metallic corrosion
- (i) in gaseous environments, and
- (ii) in aqueous environments;
- (b) degradation of materials other than metals;
- (c) corrosion protection.
Practical: 72 hours of practical work.
Evaluation:
Two 2 hour written papers 60%
In course test and report 20%
Practical work 20% |
