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Biological Principles of Environmental Management (3.00 Units)
CEM X492.41
Extensive exposure to contaminants released in environmental and occupational settings can impact human and environmental health. Students will gain an understanding of the biological principles relating chemical exposures to adverse human and environmental health outcomes. Students will also explore current thinking on public and environmental health; environmental risk assessment; environmental risk management and control; and, regulatory perspectives. Students will be able to apply information obtained from toxicological and environmental health studies to the process of assessing, managing and controlling environmental risks. Lectures are supplemented by examples and lessons learned from active and current case studies.
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Assessment and Remediation of Environmental Contamination (3.00 Units)
ENGRCEE X468.5
Explore the introduction of the issues relevant to the investigation and management of contaminated sites, emphasizing problem diagnosis/characterization and the development of site remediation and restoration. This includes methods for the development of site restoration tasks, methods for evaluating the progress of corrective action programs, and the application of risk assessment methods as a decision-making tool. The focus is to synthesize technically sound principles and techniques that can be applied globally to contaminated sites in different regions of the world.
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Environmental Sampling and Analysis (3.00 Units)
ENGRCEE X468.6
This course introduces the theory, application, methodology, and instrumentation used in planning, sampling, and analysis of environmental contaminants in air, water, and soils. Completion of this course will increase your knowledge in topics that include: Identification and selection of appropriate methods for collection and chemical analysis environmental media samples (soil, water and air) according to EPA and other regulatory agency requirements; Understand and utilize field quality control objectives in an environmental sampling project; Interpret chemical and physical properties of common environmental contaminants and the process that affect the fate and transport of contaminants in the subsurface; How to design and prepare a basic “Site Conceptual Site Model” (CSM) using existing environmental data for a site and identify potential data gaps for additional investigation; How to design and utilize a basic “Sampling and Analysis Plan” (SAP) for an environmental assessment based on a CSM/Data Quality Objective (DQU) foundation as recommended by the US EPA and other environmental agencies, and; How to evaluate analytical and other environmental data on a "risk screening level" for the potential impact to receptors.
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Clean Water Program Regulations and Management (3.00 Units)
ENGRCEE X468.3
Gain an in-depth understanding of the impact and control of water pollution from urban runoff and other human activities. Grasp new insight into the evolving role of comprehensive watershed protection management. Enhance your knowledge of topics that include: review of the permitting and monitoring requirements for construction, industrial, commercial, and residential activities with emphasis on Best Management Practices (BMPs); management of urban runoff from the facility, community and watershed perspectives; Low Impact Development (LID); Hydro-modification Plan (HMP); receiving waters Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs); and the roles of education and enforcement in the successful management of urban runoff pollution. A field trip provides hands-on, practical experience utilizing BMPs.
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Sustainability & Green Initiatives for the Workplace and the Environment (2.00 Units)
SOCECOL X499.88
Gain an understanding of how organizations are taking responsibility for the impact of their activities on employees, customers, communities, and the environment. Learn how to manage interdisciplinary relationships within an organization to develop and implement workplace programs that encompass initiatives supporting corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability, and green initiatives. Learn a practical approach to applying CSR and sustainability principles, and presenting data to decision makers for maximum impact. Enhance your knowledge of topics that include: elements of CSR and sustainability programs; organizational impact and risk factors; voluntary and regulatory initiatives; certification and special interest systems; environmental impact analysis; and methods and resources to solve problems.
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Introduction to Environmental Assessment and Auditing (3.00 Units)
SOCECOL X498.10
Enhance your knowledge of the basic principles of environmental assessment and auditing. First, learn about the ASTM process for performing Phase I Site Assessments. Explore topics that include site inspection, environmental historical review process, governmental database review, and report preparation. Then learn the basic concepts of performing Phase II site assessments and risk assessments. Conclude with a review of compliance auditing processes and gain new insight into the audit process as it relates to regulatory compliance audits and EPA involvement.
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Air Quality Permitting and Compliance (3.00 Units)
ENGRMAE X422
Gain an in-depth understanding of SCAQMD air quality permitting and regulatory compliance as applied to Industrial and Government facilities. Explore the responsibilities and regulations of air quality management agencies on federal, state and local levels. Prepare for the SCAQMD Certified Professional Permitting exam. Get instruction in permit application preparation and examine issues related to permitting and compliance such as identifying and quantifying emissions, calculating air toxic health risks, and determining rule compliance. Learn about the Federal Clean Air Act revisions (including Title V), the California Clean Air Act, AB 32 Greenhouse Gas Legislation, and the SCAQMD RECLAIM Program. This course will assist those studying to take the SCAQMD’s Certified Permitting Professional exam.
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CEQA Air Quality and Green House Gas Analyses (1.00 Unit)
ENGRCEE X460
This class will provide an overview of the air quality requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The CEQA air quality requirements have been changing and becoming increasingly challenging over the past few years. This course will discuss the regulatory background and framework for Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) CEQA compliance. We will then review and discuss the elements required to prepare the Air Quality and GHG Sections essential to a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) or Environmental Impact Report (EIR). We will detail the methodologies and practices for quantifying emissions and performing air dispersion modeling and health risk assessments.
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Applied Dynamic Modeling for Wastewater Treatment Plant Efficiency (3.00 Units)
ENGRCEE X499
Through a combination of theory and case study applications, the course provides practical experience on how to apply dynamic modeling simulators to design, operate, and optimize wastewater treatment plants. Particular emphasis is placed on turning plants into water resource recovery facilities by generating energy, fertilizers, and water for reuse. During the course, participants will have full-time access to a dynamic simulator, so they can implement themselves strategies and evaluate their operational costs. Energy savings and generation of electricity with biogas receive particular attention. Modeling calibration techniques are taught and implemented to achieve effluent quality standards.
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