Module manager: Dr M Ravi
Email: m.ravi@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
This module is not approved as an Elective
The module is designed to teach principles and applications of modern analytical techniques used in quantifying environmental pollution and contamination. A series of lectures, practical classes and tutorials are used to demonstrate the underpinning principles.
By the end of this module you should understand the procedures for sampling, sample preparation and application of a variety of techniques for the chemical analyses of the environmental pollutants and contaminants.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
- Understanding of pollution sampling techniques and ability to apply knowledge of spectroscopy and chromatography for the analysis of a range of environmental pollution issues. (Contributes to AHEP4 outcome: M1)
- Propose pollutant sampling and analysis protocols that are based on wider literature and comprehensive understanding of the different sampling and analysis methods. (Contributes to AHEP4 outcome: M2, M4 & M13)
- Competence in undertaking laboratory work on quantitative analysis of a sample for pollutant concentration. (Contributes to AHEP4 outcome: M12)
- Present findings of pollution analysis and methods underpinning the analysis in a professional manner in writing and verbally. (Contributes to AHEP4 outcome: M17)
- Technical report writing
- Problem solving
- Data interpretation and analysis
- Assessment of laboratory health and safety issues
- Computer literacy
- Teamwork
- Presentation skills
Environmental pollution
- Sources of pollution, sampling, and sample storage and extraction.
Spectroscopic techniques
- Common instrumental spectroscopic techniques used in emission monitoring infra-red, visible light, ultra-violet, X-ray techniques, atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), inductively coupled plasma -mass spectroscopy (ICP-MS).
Chromatographic techniques
- Gas chromatography (GC) and high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
Case studies, tutorials and laboratory sessions will be used to explain the ideas.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory | 4 | 1.5 | 6 |
| Lecture | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Tutorial | 7 | 1 | 7 |
| Independent online learning hours | 40 | ||
| Private study hours | 77 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 33 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
Private study will include:
- Reviewing relevant journal articles and case studies.
- Review of lecture notes and on-line material.
- Preparation of practical reports.
- Preparation of presentation.
Feedback will be given three weeks after the assessments on Minerva.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Lab Report (Spectroscopy) | 30 |
| Presentation | Chromatography | 20 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 50 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2.0 Hrs Mins | 50 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 50 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 29/04/2024
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