ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES 3(2+1)
Course Outline

Module 1: Multidisciplinary nature of environmental studies

Lesson 1. Definition, scope, and importance of environmental studies

Module 2: Natural resources

Lesson 2. Forest resources
Lesson 3. Water resources
Lesson 4. Mineral resources
Lesson 5. Food resources
Lesson 6. Energy resources
Lesson 7. Land resources
Lesson 8. Conservation and equitable use of natural resources

Module 3: Ecosystems

Lesson 9. Introduction, structure and function of an ecosystem
Lesson 10. Energy flow in the ecosystem and ecological succession
Lesson 11. Characteristic features of various ecosystems

Module 4: Biodiversity and its conservation
Lesson 12. Introduction to biodiversity
Lesson 13. Values of biodiversity
Lesson 14. Biodiversity at global, national and local levels: India as a mega-diversity nation
Lesson 15. Hot-spots of biodiversity and threats to biodiversity
Lesson 16. Conservation of biodiversity

Module 5: Environmental pollution
Lesson 17. Introduction and classification of polluants
Lesson 18. Solid waste management
Lesson 19. Role of an individual in prevention of pollution
Lesson 20. Pollution case studies
Lesson 21. Disaster management

Module 6: Social issues and environment

Lesson 22. Sustainable development
Lesson 23. Urban problems
Lesson 24. Resettlement and rehabilitation
Lesson 25. Environmental ethics
Lesson 26. Wasteland reclamation
Lesson 27. Environment Protection Act
Lesson 28. Issues involved in enforcement of environmental legislation

Module 7: Human population and environment

Lesson 29. Population growth and variations among nations
Lesson 30. Environment and human health
Lesson 31. Women and Child Welfare
Lesson 32. Role of information technology (IT) in environment