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SREENARAYANAGURU OPEN UNIVERSITY

B.A. ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

ABILITY ENHANCEMENT COMPULSORY COURSE

B21ES01AC
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

CREDITS: 4

Course Objectives

1. To understand the basic concepts of the environment and its linkages
2. To learn about ecosystems, the importance of biodiversity, renewable energy, and
sustainable development
3. To study the various environmental degradation problems and environmental management
4. To understand the various social issues related to the environment

Course Outcomes

At the end of the course, the learner will be able to:
1. articulate the basic concepts of Environmental Studies and can apply the knowledge
practically.
2. describe the various natural resources and enumerate the conservation strategies.
3. articulate the importance of ecosystems, biodiversity, and the need for environmental
restoration.
4. explain different kinds of ecosystems.
5. explain the concept and types of biodiversity and conservation strategies.
6. describe methods for the protection and health of the environment, the well-being of people,
and economic development.

COURSE DETAILS

BLOCK I: ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES

(Prerequisite: An awareness of their environment, the components of the environment, and
the services provided by the environment to our lives.) An idea about natural and energy
resources and a basic idea on renewable and non-renewable aspects of these resources)

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