Course description
Air Pollution: Causes and Impacts
Air pollution is a major and global concern, arising for the most part from human activities. Air pollutants can be emitted by a variety of sources or formed directly in the atmosphere. They alter the air we breathe and have clear negative effects on our health. But they also affect the Earth's climate and have a tremendous, often underestimated, impact on our economies.
This 3-week course shares the basics of air pollution and its effects. During the first week, you will discover the major causes of outdoor and indoor air pollution. The next two weeks detail the environmental, economic and health impacts of this pollution.
Enroll now and join us to better understand current and future challenges concerning air pollution! Subtitles are available in French, Spanish and Portuguese!
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites
Undergraduate level in science. Basic level in general chemistry.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
- which major chemical compounds cause outdoor and indoor air pollution
- where these air pollutants come from
- their impacts on indoor and outdoor environments
Course delivery details
This course is offered through IMT, a partner institute of EdX.
2-3 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$49
- Audit Track - Free