Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Evaluation of potential environmental effects of engineering projects and mitigation strategies.
About this course
In CIVL 2560 Environmental Impact Assessment, you will learn how to evaluate the environmental effects of civil engineering projects. You will explore the steps involved in identifying potential impacts and developing strategies to mitigate them. This course prepares you to work within regulatory frameworks and communicate findings effectively.
Who takes this course
This course is an elective available to students in the Civil Engineering Technology program and other engineering technology programs.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Identify key environmental factors affected by civil engineering projects.
- Conduct a baseline environmental assessment for a proposed site.
- Evaluate potential impacts against provincial regulatory standards.
- Develop mitigation strategies to reduce negative environmental effects.
- Prepare a clear impact assessment report for stakeholders.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term assessment | 30 |
| Group project: Site assessment report | 40 |
| Final examination | 30 |