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Diploma in Environmental Science (R29)

Course Structure

To fulfil the requirements for the full-time diploma, students need to successfully complete a total of 30 modules. The course consists of foundation modules, core discipline modules, and specialisation modules.

Two options for specialisation are offered in the programme:

  • Sustainable Resource Management
  • Environmental Biotechnology
The following table lists modules offered for the Diploma in Environmental Science.

Table 2: Course Structure for the DENV

1) Core-General
8 compulsory module units:

G101 Cognitive Process and Problem
Solving I
G102 Cognitive Process and Problem Solving II
G103 Introduction to Communication Practice
G105 Enterprise Skills
   

Industry Orientation Programme (IOP)

G901 Creative Engagement
G902 Professional Profiling
G301 Project I
G302 Project II

2) Core-Discipline
14 compulsory module units:

A101 Science
A113 Mathematics
A114 Mathematics II
A201 Chemistry
A202 Chemistry II
A203 Applied Physics
A206 Environmental Science
A207 Physics
A221 Microbiology
A222 Molecular and Cell Biology
A223 Biochemistry
A301 Laboratory Management
A334 Pollution Control and Monitoring
A364 Analytical Instrumentation

3) Core-Specialisation
Select 4 from 6 module units:

A224 Recombinant DNA Technologies
A232 Genetics
A335 Energy Utilisation and Management
A347 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
A348 Water and Wastewater Treatment
A393 Membrane Technologies

4) Electives
Select any 2 module units offered by the school.

5) Freely Chosen Modules
Select any 2 module units offered by the RP Schools and Centres.

Modules for DENV Specialisation Options

There are 6 core-specialisation modules offered by the DENV which can be seen in the course structure (Table 2). The core-specialisation modules may be taken in combination packages of 4 modules each, to focus on the following 2 specialisation options: (1) Sustainable Resource Management and (2) Environmental Biotechnology. Students may select any 1 of these 2 specialisation options.

The modules per specialisation option are as shown below:

Option 1: Sustainable Resource Management

A335 Energy Utilisation and Management
A347 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
A348 Water and Wastewater Treatment
A393 Membrane Technologies

Option 2: Environmental Biotechnology

A224 Recombinant DNA Technologies
A232 Genetics
A347 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
A348 Water and Wastewater Treatment


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