Course Summary
Course Category: Employment / Lifelong Learning
This Environmental Impact Assessment Programme is designed to provide a critical overview of the theory and practice of EIA as operated within Ireland and under international legislation.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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History and Background of EIA
The Legal Framework
Managing EIA’s
Techniques and Specialists
Outside Influences
Eco-Environment
Physical Environment
Build Environment
Case Study
Conclusion and Future Developments
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Further Research
Career Progression
This course prepares students for a variety of careers in environmental consultancy and is also suitable for health workers, developers, planners, architects, environmentalists, geologists, ecologists, and archaeologists who would like to expand their knowledge in the area.