Methods of Assessing Environmental Impacts
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IYS2203 |
| Type: | Optional obligatory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-YT 2006 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 4 (2009-2010) |
| Credits: | 6 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Laaja, Martti |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | I-YT-4N | 2009-10-26 – 2010-02-27 | Vesa-Matti Honkanen | Finnish | 2009-10-05 – 2009-11-01 |
Learning Outcomes
To learn the prerequisites for environmental assessment, its procedure, objectives and legislation.
To learn to evaluate the quality of assessment procedures and documentation, to gather and select information for the assessments analysis and reports, to present ideas and plans, to understand the role of communication and public participation for the assessment procedures. To develop skills in focusing on the objectives and organising contradictory and comprehensive information. To understand the comprehensive nature and multiprofessional approach of environmental impact assessment as well as the international connections in the field.
Contents
Legislation and decrees for environmental impact assessment, principals and methods of the procedures, the environmental impact assessment practice for the projects, plans and programs, qualitative evaluation of procedures and methods and their impact on decision making, social and human impact assessment, role of the authorities and decision making organs, communication procedures and public participation.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Reference material guidelines given at the beginning of the study unit and documentation supplied by the teacher
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, team work, essays and assignments.
Assessment Methods
Written exam and study research reports and team work. Assessment by grades.