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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Scientific temper and positive policymaking stem only from earnest humanitarian considerations and social commitments. Therefore, sustainable development can only be brought about as an outcome of humanitarian and social indoctrination. That is what the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability focuses on.

In eight short weeks, the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability programme will educate learners about the relationship between environment and society, the importance of environmental education and jurisprudence, and environment-friendly technologies.

The Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability also covers environmental laws including the Water Act, Wildlife Protection Act (1972), Forest Conservation Act (1980), Air – Prevention & Control of Pollution Act (1981), Environment Protection Act (1986), etc.

Internal assessment for the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability would be through quizzes and assignments. There will be a proctored examination at the end of the course covering all the topics.

The Highlights

Books and references
Eight-week course
Four credits
Diploma programme
Expert faculty
Free learning
Agricultural and Food Engineering category
Core course

Programme Offerings

diploma certificate
Core programme
Books And References
Expert Faculty
Free learning

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	IGNOU

Eligibility Criteria

SWAYAM will conduct internal assessments through assignments and quizzes. There will be a proctored exam covering all the modules at the end.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Environmental Science

After completing the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability learners will be adept in the following areas: -

Factors affecting society and the environment
Environmental impact assessment norms
Environmental law
Environmental-friendly technologies, practices, and environmental sustainability
Waste management
International treaties and conventions
WTO’s Phyto-Sanitary and Sanitary Agreement
Environment education
Local innovations and strategies for environmental protection
The Water Act
Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
Forest Conservation Act, 1980
Environment Protection Act, 1986

Who it is for

ChemistScientistPhysicistEnvironmental EngineerBiologist

Admission Details

Interested candidates can enrol in the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability by following these instructions: -

Step 1: Go to the course webpage to access the ‘Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability' programme on the official SWAYAM website.

Step 2: On the top of the page, look for the “Sign-In/Register” button and click on it.

Step 3: Log in via your SWAYAM/Facebook/Google/Microsoft account. You can also create an account on SWAYAM through your email ID.

Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions, enter the required details, and complete the application process to proceed.

Application Details

You don’t need to fill out a separate application form to access the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability. You can log in using your SWAYAM/Facebook/Google/Microsoft account and start learning. Alternatively, you can create an account on SWAYAM.

The Syllabus

Introduction to the environment and society
Factors affecting environment and society-1
Factors affecting environment and society-2
Our Common Future
Introduction to Terms of Significance -1
Introduction to Terms of Significance -2

Trade & Environment- Concepts, issues and recent developments- part 1
Trade & Environment, Part2- The Doha Round
Legal Edifice of Environmental Protection
Environmental Impact Assessment Norms and their application in India
The Wild Life Protection Act, 1972
Environmental Law and Coastal Regulation Zones

The Case of Western Ghats- The Gadgil Report
The Kasturirangan Report
The Forest Conservation Act, 1980
The Water Act
The Air –Prevention & Control of Pollution Act, 1981
Seminal Cases in Environmental Protection
The Environment Protection Act, 1986

Environmental Friendly Technologies- Concept and Need
A Consumer Behaviour perspective to Environmental Sustainability
Managing our environment for sustainability- Solar Energy part1
Managing our environment for sustainability, Solar Energy part 2
Managing our environment for sustainability, Wind Energy
Managing our environment for sustainability- Geothermal, Hydro and Tidal Energy
Sustainable Development and Environment-friendly practices

Waste Management for Sustainable Development
Environment-Friendly practices and the use of Environment-Friendly products
Live Examples of Environment-Friendly Technologies-1
Live Examples of Environment-Friendly Technologies-2
Case Studies on environment and society-1
Case Studies on environment and society-2
Changing Interactions

Environment and the Constitution of India
International Conventions and Treaties
Sanitary and Phyto- Sanitary Agreement of the WTO
Convention on Biological Diversity
Clean Development Mechanism
Bonn Guidelines

Environmental Education- An Introduction
Sensitivity towards the environment and environmental issues-1
Sensitivity towards the environment and environmental issues-2
Awareness through knowledge- part 1
Awareness through knowledge- part 2

Attitude towards the protection of the Environment
Critical thinking, utilization of skills and reflective solutions
Local strategies and innovations in Environmental Protection- Part 1
Local strategies and innovations in Environmental Protection- Part 2
Active participation in the resolution of Environmental Challenges-part 1
Active participation in the resolution of Environmental Challenges-part 2

Motivational Sustainability
Environmental Sustainability – the conclusion

Evaluation process

The candidate’s performance in assignments and quizzes will be considered for internal assessment. At the end of the programme, there will be a proctored exam which will cover all the modules.

Instructors

IGNOU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the assessment procedure for the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability?

For the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability, the faculty will hold internal assessments through quizzes and assignments. There will be a proctored exam covering all the modules at the end.

2: Where will the questions in the final exam be asked from?

There are nearly 20 videos that will be the candidate’s background material for the assessment questions.

3: Which institution is offering the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability?

The IGNOU Regional Centre is offering the online Certificate programme in Environmental Sustainability at Vatakara.

4: Are there any case studies in this course?

Yes, there are case studies in the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability.

5: Are there reference books available for the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability?

Yes, there are several books and other reference material available for the Certificate course in Environmental Sustainability online programme.