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Environmental Science Syllabus

This document provides information about the Environmental Science course CE101. The course is for 2 credits over 1 semester for Bachelor of Computer Applications students. The course aims to develop students' basic ecological knowledge and ability to analyze environmental contamination and solutions. Upon completing the course, students will be able to explain ecosystem structure and functions, identify various types of pollution and their impacts, and predict sources of radiation and noise pollution. The syllabus covers topics like ecosystems, air, water, soil pollution and waste management. Student performance will be evaluated through internal and end-semester exams.

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Environmental Science Syllabus

This document provides information about the Environmental Science course CE101. The course is for 2 credits over 1 semester for Bachelor of Computer Applications students. The course aims to develop students' basic ecological knowledge and ability to analyze environmental contamination and solutions. Upon completing the course, students will be able to explain ecosystem structure and functions, identify various types of pollution and their impacts, and predict sources of radiation and noise pollution. The syllabus covers topics like ecosystems, air, water, soil pollution and waste management. Student performance will be evaluated through internal and end-semester exams.

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COURSE INFORMATION SHEET

Course code: CE101


Course title: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Pre-requisite(s):
Co- requisite(s):
Credits: 2 L: 2 T:0 P:0
Class schedule per week: 03
Class: BCA
Semester / Level: I/1
Branch: Bachelor of Computer Applications
Name of Teacher:

Course Objectives
This course enables the students:
1. To develop basic knowledge of ecological principles and their applications in
environment.
2. To identify the structure and composition of the spheres of the earth, the only
planet sustaining life.
3. To analyse, how the environment is getting contaminated and probable control
mechanisms for them.
4. To generate awareness and become a sensitive citizen towards the changing
environment.

Course Outcomes
After the completion of this course, students will be able to:
CO1 Explain the structure and function of ecosystems and their importance in the
holistic environment.
CO2 Identify the sources, causes, impacts and control of air pollution.
CO3U Distinguish the various types of water pollution happening in the environment
and understand about their effects and potential control mechanisms.
CO4 Judge the importance of soil, causes of contamination and need of solid waste
management.
CO5 Predict the sources of radiation hazards and pros and cons of noise pollution.

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SYLLABUS

Module I:
Ecosystem and Environment
Concepts of Ecology and Environmental science, ecosystem: structure, function and services,
Biogeochemical cycles, energy and nutrient flow, ecosystem management, fate of
environmental pollutants, environmental status and reports on climate change.
(8L)
Module II:
Air Pollution
Structure and composition of unpolluted atmosphere, classification of air pollution sources,
types of air pollutants, effects of air pollution, monitoring of air pollution, control methods and
equipment for air pollution control, vehicular emissions and control, indoor air pollution, air
pollution episodes and case studies.
(8L)
Module III:
Water Pollution
Water Resource; Water Pollution: types and Sources of Pollutants; effects of water pollution;
Water quality monitoring, various water quality indices, water and waste water treatment:
primary, secondary and tertiary treatment, advanced treatments (nitrate and phosphate
removal); Sludge treatment and disposal.
(8L)
Module IV:
Soil Pollution and Solid Waste Management
Lithosphere – composition, soil properties, soil pollution, ecological & health effects,
Municipal solid waste management – classification of solid wastes, MSW characteristics,
collection, storage, transport and disposal methods, sanitary landfills, technologies for
processing of MSW: incineration, composing, pyrolysis.
(8L)
Module V:
Noise pollution & Radioactive pollution
Noise pollution: introduction, sources: Point, line and area sources; outdoor and indoor noise
propagation, Effects of noise on health, criteria noise standards and limit values, Noise
measurement techniques and analysis, prevention of noise pollution; Radioactive pollution:
introduction, sources, classification, health and safety aspects, Hazards associated with nuclear
reactors and disposal of spent fuel rods-safe guards from exposure to radiations, international
regulation, Management of radioactive wastes.
(8L)

Books recommended

TEXT BOOK
1. A, K. De., “Environmental Chemistry”, New Age Publications India Ltd., 3rd Edition,
2008.(T1)
2. R. Rajagopalan,“Environmental Studies: From Crisis to Future”, 3rd Edition, Oxford
University Press, 2016.(T2)
3. Eugene P. Odum., “Fundamentals of Ecology”, 3rd Edition, WB Sunders Company,
Philadelphia, 1971.(T3)

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4. C. N. Sawyer, P. L. McCarty and G. F. Parkin, “Chemistry for Environmental
Engineering and Science”, John Henry Press, 2002.(T4)
5. S.C. Santra,“Environmental Science”, New Central Book Agency, 2011. (T5)

REFERENCE BOOK
1. D.W. Conell,“Basic Concepts of Environmental Chemistry”, CRC Press.(R1)
2. Peavy, H.S, Rowe, D.R, Tchobanoglous, G.,“Environmental Engineering”, Mc-Graw -
Hill International. (R2)
3. G.M. Masters & Wendell Ela,“Introduction to Environmental Engineering and
Science”, PHI Publishers, 1991.(R3)

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COURSE OUTCOME (CO) ATTAINMENT ASSESSMENT TOOLS &
EVALUATION PROCEDURE

Direct Assessment

Assessment Tool % Contribution during CO Assessment


Continuous Internal Assessment 50
Semester End Examination 50

Continuous Internal Assessment % Distribution


3 Quizzes 30 % (3 × 10%)
Assignment (s) 10
Seminar before a committee 10

Assessment Components CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4 CO5


Continuous Internal Assessment
Semester End Examination

Indirect Assessment –
1. Student Feedback on Faculty
2. Student Feedback on Course Outcome

Course Delivery Methods

CD1 Lecture by use of boards/LCD projectors/OHP projectors


CD2 Assignments/Seminars
CD3 Laboratory experiments/teaching aids
CD4 Industrial/guest lectures
CD5 Industrial visits/in-plant training
CD6 Self- learning such as use of NPTEL materials and internets
CD7 Simulation

MAPPING BETWEEN COURSE OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM OUTCOMES

CO PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8


CO1 2 3 2 1 2 2 2 1
CO2 3 2 3 3 3 3 2 1
CO3 3 2 1 1 2 2 1 1
CO4 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1
CO5 1 1 1 1 3 1 2 1
< 34% = 1, 34-66% = 2, > 66% = 3

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MAPPING BETWEEN COURSE OUTCOMES AND COURSE DELIVERY METHOD

Course
Course Delivery
CD Course Delivery methods Outcome Method
CD1 Lecture by use of boards/LCD projectors/OHP projectors CO1 CD1, CD2
CD2 Tutorials/Assignments CO2 CD1, CD2
CD3 Seminars CO3 CD1, CD2
CD4 Mini projects/Projects CO4 CD1, CD2
CD5 Laboratory experiments/teaching aids CO5 CD1, CD2
CD6 Industrial/guest lectures
CD7 Industrial visits/in-plant training
CD8 Self- learning such as use of NPTEL materials and internets
CD9 Simulation

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