MSM 813

MODULE OUTLINE

Module Title ENVIRONMENTAL APPRAISAL AND IMPACT ASSESSMENT
Module Code MSM 813 Semester 2 Value 10
Module leader Dr J C Bythell
Other Staff

Dr A J Edwards, MSCM (AJE); Prof PR Burbridge, MSCM (PRB); Dr M LeTissier, MSCM (MLT); Dr NVC Polunin, MSCM (NVCP); Dr R Pagett, Environmental Management and Training (RP); other staff as may be appropriate

Pre-requisites MSM 812 Information technology, data analysis and communication skills
Co-requisites

Post-requisites

Availability

Background

The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process should inform decision makers about the likely effects of a proposed development on the natural and man-made environment. It is a consultative and participatory process between scientists, environmental managers, developers, public bodies and government authorities which requires a wide range of skills and expertise to complete successfully. Its aim is to identify likely effects and possible mitigation measures at an early stage and thus improve the quality of both project planning and decision-making.

Aims

To provide a background outlining the principles and practice of the EIA process. To provide training in undertaking EIA projects, including the communication of outcomes via final written report and public presentations. The course will promote a wide range of transferable skills which are an integral part of the specialist ability to contribute to the EIA process in tropical coastal areas.

Objectives

By the end of the course, students will have an understanding of the structure, principles and practice of the EIA process in tropical coastal areas. A broad range of generic skills will be developed, including problem-solving, aspects of data collection, data management and analysis, teamwork, interpersonal and communications skills. Participants will gain experience of the entire EIA process via hands-on skill development and training with realistic exercises.

Teaching and Learning Methods Number/Student Hours
Lectures 3/3 hours
Seminars 2 case study workshops/16 hours
Tutorials EIA Interviews: 6 hours
Practicals EIA presentation exercises: 12 hours
Fieldwork

Private Study EIA Exercises: 63 hours.
Other

Method(s) and Timing of Assessment
EIA project report (due in 5 March 1999), weighted by interview panel and peer assessment of individual team performance: 80%
Public presentation: 20%

Module Title	ENVIRONMENTAL APPRAISAL AND IMPACT ASSESSMENT
Module Code	MSM 813	Semester	2	Value	10
Module leader	Dr J C Bythell
Other Staff	Dr A J Edwards, MSCM (AJE); Prof PR Burbridge, MSCM (PRB); Dr M LeTissier, MSCM (MLT); Dr NVC Polunin, MSCM (NVCP); Dr R Pagett, Environmental Management and Training (RP); other staff as may be appropriate
Pre-requisites	MSM 812 Information technology, data analysis and communication skills
Co-requisites
Post-requisites
Availability
Background	The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process should inform decision makers about the likely effects of a proposed development on the natural and man-made environment. It is a consultative and participatory process between scientists, environmental managers, developers, public bodies and government authorities which requires a wide range of skills and expertise to complete successfully. Its aim is to identify likely effects and possible mitigation measures at an early stage and thus improve the quality of both project planning and decision-making.
Aims	To provide a background outlining the principles and practice of the EIA process. To provide training in undertaking EIA projects, including the communication of outcomes via final written report and public presentations. The course will promote a wide range of transferable skills which are an integral part of the specialist ability to contribute to the EIA process in tropical coastal areas.
Objectives	By the end of the course, students will have an understanding of the structure, principles and practice of the EIA process in tropical coastal areas. A broad range of generic skills will be developed, including problem-solving, aspects of data collection, data management and analysis, teamwork, interpersonal and communications skills. Participants will gain experience of the entire EIA process via hands-on skill development and training with realistic exercises.
Teaching and Learning Methods			Number/Student Hours
Lectures			3/3 hours
Seminars			2 case study workshops/16 hours
Tutorials			EIA Interviews: 6 hours
Practicals			EIA presentation exercises: 12 hours
Fieldwork
Private Study			EIA Exercises: 63 hours.
Other
Method(s) and Timing of Assessment EIA project report (due in 5 March 1999), weighted by interview panel and peer assessment of individual team performance: 80% Public presentation: 20%