XII. Course Descriptions
Environmental Management
| DENM*1000 Environmental Science and Issues F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course will expose the student to a broad range of environmental issues facing society today. The course will present the student with issues such as environmental quality and protection, the effects of industrialization and the need for conservation, global warming and the production and politics of food and its affect on the global, national, regional and local environmental quality. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*1120 Mathematics for Environmental Operators F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course will introduce students to mathematical concepts used by Wastewater, Water, Distribution and Collection Operators. The material taught will address the concepts required to write the optional Ministry of the Environment “Operator In Training Exams”. Students will learn how to evaluate the efficiency of the individual process units of the plant and understand the basic mathematical concepts that are essential for maintaining efficient plant operation and compliance with environmental approvals and regulations. | |
| Restriction(s): | Registration in the Environmental Management Diploma Program. |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*1150 Environmental Law and Governance F (5-0) [0.50] | |
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| This course will introduce the student to the Canadian legal process. The development of statutes, regulations and by-laws and the roles and responsibilities of the various levels of government will be explored from an environmental and constitutional context. Environmental compliance, tort law, due diligence, corporate environmental liability, the role of the media and NGO’s, and the role and responsibilities of regulatory agencies will be examined. Environmental policies and treaties dealing with issues such as climate change, Alberta oil and hazardous waste as examples will be discussed. | |
| Restriction(s): | DENM*1050, DENM*3050 |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*1180 Introduction to GIS F (1-4) [0.50] | |
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| This course will introduce the student to the basic principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), map reading and production. They will learn how to read maps and to create their own maps using current GIS technology. Students will learn to use GIS software, the Global Positioning System (GPS) and how these tools are used to collect, organize and store spatial data. Finally, Remote Sensing techniques will be examined reviewing the range of technology from basic air photo interpretation to the full range of current electronic sensors utilized by the land management professionals. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*1200 Spills and Contaminated Site Remediation F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course will explore the environmental, legal, technical and ethical aspects of the management, control and abatement of reportable spills to the environment. Spill response reporting requirements, site remediation options, spill prevention and contingency planning will be included. Students will gain a detailed understanding of the site assessment process by completing a Phase 1 and Phase 2 assessment of a contaminated property and developing a decommissioning strategy for their chosen site. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*2000 Occupational Health and Safety F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course provides an introduction to the topic of occupational health and safety. Topics to be covered include current Ministry of Labour Statutes and Regulations that pertain to the workplace. Students will become informed and conversant with topics including hazardous materials, hazardous chemicals, material safety data sheets, the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and health and safety planning. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*2020 Advanced Math and Water Chemistry W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course will cover both advanced math as well as water chemistry concepts. Students will be taught to determine process efficiency through the use of mathematical calculations rather than “trial and error” methods. Typical “In-plant” calculation and Labs that utilize actual plant samples are discussed. Student gain an understanding of basic chemistry concepts, chemical phases of treatment such as coagulation, sedimentation, softening, disinfection and chemical removal of the various undesirable substances. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DENM*1120 |
| Restriction(s): | Registration in the Environmental Management Diploma Program. |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*2050 Site Assessment F,W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| Environmental site assessments are now required by lenders for mortgage purposes prior to the purchase of industrial, commercial, institutional, agricultural and residential properties. This course will provide a detailed understanding of the site assessment process and students will complete a Level 1 Site Assessment study and report as part of the course. Risk assessment, environmental auditing and the decommissioning of contaminated sites will also be explored and discussed. Case studies will provide an overview of specific site assessments and subsequent large scale Level 2, 3 and 4 site remediation. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*2100 Ecology F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| An introduction to the science of ecology, the study of interactions between organisms and their environments. Major topics include adaptation, populations, communities, biodiversity, ecosystems and competition. The effects of climate and human activities on ecological processes are also considered. Ecological principles are used to explain the issues associated with several environmental problems. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*2150 Water Resource Management W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| Water is a precious resource that is all-too-often taken for granted. This course will demonstrate the significance of the various elements of the hydrologic cycle (e.g. precipitation, runoff, infiltration, groundwater recharge and discharge, etc.) It will focus on water supply systems, water wastewater perspective with other jurisdictions and the world. The students will learn of common water quality problems, including causes, and pathways that contaminants follow to reach water and groundwater. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*2200 Environmental Monitoring W (2-3) [0.50] | |
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| This course will introduce the Environmental Management student to the various methods used to measure environmental impact. Students will achieve a summary understanding of the various government and other agency threshold limits and guidelines of environmental parameters such as water quality, vegetarian, terrestrial and social impact analysis. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*3000 Data Analysis and Statistics W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| Introduction to the use of statistics in the field of environmental management. Basic concepts include probability, observations, generalization of means, normal distribution, standard deviation, standard error, sampling, principles of experimental design, use of correlation and regression, index numbers. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*3030 Not-For-Profit Management W (5-0) [0.50] | |
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| Students will learn aspects of environmental organizations, and other not-for-profit and charitable sector groups including recruitment and maintenance of a volunteer base, fundraising and financial management, event and project management, and risk management. In addition to these topics, this course will provide an overview of the multiple aspects of running or working for a not-for-profit organization – from conducting an effective meeting to grant writing, from ethics to best practices for an effective board of directors | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*3100 Introduction to Applied Microbiology W (2-3) [0.50] | |
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| This course is designed for students in environmental studies. The importance from an environmental point of view, including water systems and soils as well as their importance in disease, nutrition, food and food processing will be emphasized. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*3120 Introduction to GIS F (1-4) [0.50] | |
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| This course will introduce the student to the basic principles of Geographic Information Sysytems (GIS), map reading and production. They will learn how to read maps and to create their own maps using current GIS technology. Students will learn to use GIS software, the Global Positioning System (GPS) and how these tools are used to collect, organize and store spacial data. finally, Remote Sensing techniques will be examined reviewing the range of technology from basic air photo interpretation to the full range of current electronic sensors utilized by the land management professionals. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*3150 Agriculture and Environmental Stewardship F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course examines the impact and role of farming in the agroecosystem. Lectures and case studies will be used to explore potential pathways of soil degradation and environmental contamination from agriculture, site assessment of environmental risk associated with specific farm operations and the utilization of best management practices for the conservation of soil, water and other natural resources. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DAGR*1300 or DEQN*1070 |
| Location(s): | Alfred, Kemptville, Ridgetown |
| DENM*3160 Agricultural Chemicals in the Environment W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| An introduction to the environmental, human health and economic issues associated with the use of chemicals, especially pesticides, in agriculture and landscape environments. Students will become informed and conversant on the benefits and possible risks of pests, pesticides, bio-controls and transgenic organisms that are used for pest management. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*3200 Water Treatment F (2-3) [0.50] | |
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| This course provides the student with the basic design concepts and operational techniques of industrial and municipal water treatment systems. Several treatment processes for ground and surface supplies will be discussed including optimization and testing methodologies as well as the legal requirements of water taking in Ontario. Analytical calculations pertaining to water treatment will be examined. The participants in the course will be given the opportunity to write Provincial Certification Examination for the Water Operator-In-Training classification. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DENM*2200, DENM*3100 |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*3210 Sewage & Waste Water Treatment F (2-3) [0.50] | |
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| This course covers the introductory concepts of sewage and some related industrial waste treatment. Topics covered encompass the various unit treatment mechanisms currently utilized such as the biological, chemical and physical processes, legislation, different plant configurations, solids handling and disposal, process optimization and applicable testing methodologies. Analytical calculations pertaining to sewage treatment will be examined. The participants in the course will be given the opportunity to write the Provincial Certification Examination for the Sewage Operator-In-Training classification. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DENM*2200, DENM*3100 |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*3220 Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course provides the student with the basic design concepts and operational techniques of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The student will receive instruction in system hydraulics, system response, operating limitations, system demands, operation and maintenance, water quality, and related system design factors. The course participants will have the option of writing the Provincial Certification Examination for the Water Operator-In-Training (O.I.T.) Classification (additional fee required). | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DENM*2020, DENM*2200, DENM*3100 |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*4000 Business Practices and Ethics F,W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| Students will be introduced to a basic understanding of entrepreneurship and business ethics. They will learn how a business is formed and various legal structures, marketing, book keeping, public presentation skills and how to write a resume. The student will become acquainted with business planning, budgets and financial planning, proposal writing and delivery. Finally the students will study the advantages of professional designation and the rights and responsibilities that come with it. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4050 Environmental Project W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to thoroughly review the environmental systems of an industry, municipality, agribusiness and/or agricultural enterprise. The student will complete an Environmental Management System using Gap analysis and create environmental policies and action plans. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4070 Waste and Water Operation Techniques W (1-4) [0.50] | |
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| This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career as a water and/or wastewater treatment plant operator. Students will carry out the kinds of maintenance and repairs that are typically encountered by plant operators. These will include blueprint reading, basic electrical systems and safety, documentation and record keeping, pumps for water systems, wastewater pumps, metering pumps and chemical feed systems, lift stations, distribution and collection system maintenance and repair. Principles of safety will be stressed throughout the course. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DENM*3200 or DENM*3210 |
| Restriction(s): | Registration in the Environmental Management Diploma Program |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*4100 Land Use Planning W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| Students will become familiar with land use planning legislation and controls used in Ontario and across Canada. They will begin with the study of settlement theory and how land development effects the natural environment. The various legislative tools used to measure and control the development of land and how to understand the public's role in the process. The students will also be introduced to the higher levels of land use planning including the provincial and federal environmental assessment processes. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4120 Advanced GIS W (1-4) [0.50] | |
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| This course will allow students to expand their knowledge of the functionality of ArcGIS software as it pertains to their particular field of interest, whether it be environmental conservation, agriculture or municipal facilities management. Students will explore advanced data analysis functionality of ArcToolbox, including address geocoding, data conversion, map projections, etc. and work with the ArcGIS ModelBuilder for diagramming solutions to spatial analysis problems. In addition, students will be able to explore ArcGIS extensions such as Spatial Analyst and Tracking Analyst as they analyse field data that they will collect for their final project using a variety of data collection techniques, including GPS and digital aerial photographs. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | DENM*1100 or DENM*1180 |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*4150 Sampling and Analysis W (2-3) [0.50] | |
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| This is a practical course with hands-on approach designed to increase students' confidence and competency in performing laboratory and field work. Specific skills that will be acquired in this course will include: preparing a standard operation procedure; preparing a list of analytes for study; analyzing organic contaminants and heavy metals in surface water, groundwater and sediment, and evaluating the degree of contamination; evaluating vegetative communities in various types of habitat; compiling a representative species list; performing a title search; evaluation data, including quality control data; and analyzing macro-invertebrate and fish data. Collectively, students will use their acquired knowledge to design, carry out, interpret the results and prepare comprehensive report on a selected area. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4200 Watershed Management and Conservation F (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| Students will learn to appreciate water issues on a watershed scale. They will see the impacts of various land uses on the quantity and quality of water leaving a watershed. The course will examine not only the impacts of human habitation on a watershed but will consider the impact of the forces of nature. The dynamics of various elements of a watershed (e.g. wetlands, dams, reservoirs, riparian zones, land cover, etc) will be studied in order to understand the importance of each in the entire system. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4210 Nutrient Management W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course will examine the best management practices associated with nutrient management on farms. Emphasis will be placed on the components and development of a nutrient management plan and the safe utilization of manures and bio-solids in agricultural production systems. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | Minimum of 8.0 credits |
| Location(s): | Kemptville, Ridgetown |
| DENM*4250 Industrial Waste Management W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| This course is designed to give the student a thorough understanding of the field of industrial wastes from a regulatory perspective. Topics include current Federal and Ontario hazardous waste statutes and regulations. The registration and manifesting of a variety of hazardous and non-hazardous industrial wastes will be explored. Waste minimization and pollution prevention strategies and methodologies will also be discussed. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4260 Spills Response Planning W (3-2) [0.50] | |
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| The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student with the legislation and rules surrounding spills and emergency planning. The student will demonstrate the technology and techniques available and how and when it is used. The process of contingency planning and the need for Environmental Management Systems will also be covered. | |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown, Alfred |
| DENM*4400 Environmental Industry Placement W (0-5) [0.00] | |
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| This four-week mandatory, post-semester training and evaluation period will offer the student the opportunity to gain practical experience in off-campus work placements typical of those available to them upon graduation. Students are required to perform many of the duties that are commonly performed by graduates, are assessed by industry representatives as well as the course instructor. A report of their experiences will be required to be submitted to the course instructor at the conclusion of their experience. A pass/fail grade will be assigned upon completion of the course. Students choosing to do their work placement in the water or wastewater treatment field must have successfully completed OIT certification in order to participate in the externship. | |
| Prerequisite(s): | 12.00 credits |
| Restriction(s): | Registration in the Environmental Management Diploma Program. |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |
| DENM*4500 Environmental Management Externship W (0-5) [0.50] | |
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| This course will offer the student the opportunity to gain practical experience in actual work placements typical of those available to them upon graduation. They will: experience daily facility or agency operations; further develop their knowledge and skills in sampling and analysis practices associated with a specific type of work placement;l further develop report writing and/or data documentation skills; make verbal and written presentations and gain experience with industry-standard computerized systems in place at many of the workplaces (e.g. SCAD programming). Students wishing placements at Water or Wastewater Treatment facilities must have obtained the Ontario Ministry of Environment Operator In Training (O.I.T.) certification, and have passed DENM*3200 or DENM*3210 (whichever applies). | |
| Restriction(s): | Registration in the Environmental Management Diploma Program. |
| Location(s): | Ridgetown |