10-11 CHE99 - Environmental Conflicts and Social Change PDF

MAPA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
School of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry
VISION
The Mapa Institute of Technology shall be a global center of excellence in education by providing
instructions that are current in content and state-of-the-art in delivery; by engaging in cutting-edge, highimpact research; and by aggressively taking on present-day global concerns.
MISSION
1.
2.
3.
4.
The Mapa Institute of Technology disseminates, generates, preserves and applies knowledge in
various fields of study.
The Institute, using the most effective and efficient means, provides its students with highly
relevant professional and advanced education in preparation for and furtherance of global
practice.
The Institute engages in research with high socio-economic impact and reports on the results of
such inquiries.
The Institute brings to bear humanitys vast store of knowledge on the problems of industry and
community in order to make the Philippines and the world a better place.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

1.
2.
To enable our graduates to practice as successful chemical engineers
for the advancement of society.

To promote professionalism in chemical engineering practice.
MISSION
2
3
COURSE SYLLABUS
1. Course Code:
CHE99
2. Course Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICTS AND SOCIAL CHANGE
3. Pre-requisite:
None
4. Co-requisite:
None
5. Credit:
3 units
6. Course Description
Credited as Science, Technology, and Society course, this explores the complex
interrelationships among humans and the natural environment. It uses environmental conflict to
draw attention to competing understanding and uses of nature as well as the local, national
and transnational power relationships in which environmental interactions are embedded. In
addition to utilizing a range of theoretical perspectives, this subject draws upon a series of
ethnographic case studies of environmental conflicts in various parts of the world.
Course Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICTS
AND SOCIAL CHANGE
SY 2010-2011
Date Effective:
Date Revised:
Prepared by:
Approved by:
nd
2 Quarter
SY 2011-2012
October 2011
Aileen D. Nieva
Alvin R. Caparanga
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7. Student Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives:

Program
Educational
Objectives
Student Outcomes
The students are prepared to have achieved the program educational objectives by
adopting a set of program outcomes that the students are expected to have acquired by
the time of their graduation. These outcomes are as follows:
a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
d. An ability to function in multidisciplinary teams
e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
g. An ability to communicate effectively
h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in
the global and societal context
i. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues
k. An ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice
8. Course Objectives and Relationship to Student Outcomes:

Course Objectives
This course should enable the students to:
a
1. Understand the causes and effects of environmental
problems and the engineers role in sustainable
development
2. Understand the societal impacts of problems in the
environment and the solutions to the problems
3. Discuss current issues and trends in environmental
studies
Program Outcomes
d e f g h i
9. Course Coverage:
Week
2
3
4
Topic
Assessment
ORIENTATION AND
INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE
Mapas Vision and Mission,
Departments Specific Objectives,
Course Policies and Guidelines,
Nature and Scope of the course,
Grading Criteria
Peer discussion on Vision,

Mission, program
objectives, course
outcomes, course
objectives, course
requirements and grading
criteria
Science, Technology and Society:

scope and importance
Instructor-led discussion
History of Nature and the Current

State of the Environment
Current Environmental Issues and
Conflicts
Multimedia Presentation
Class Participation
Topic #1
Group Presentation
Class Participation
Course Title:
AND SOCIAL CHANGE
SY 2010-2011
Methodology
Date Effective:
Date Revised:
Prepared by:
Class Participation
Class Participation
Approved by:
nd
2 Quarter
SY 2011-2012
October 2011
Aileen D. Nieva
Alvin R. Caparanga
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Week
Topic
Methodology
Assessment
Topic #2
Group Presentation
Class Participation
Topic #3
Group Presentation
Class Participation
Topic #4
Group Presentation
Class Participation
Topic #5
Group Presentation
Class Participation
Synthesis
Group Presentation
Class Participation
10
Presentation of Final Projects
Final Project
11
Presentation of Final Projects
Final Project
* the topics are chosen by students, with full guidance and approval of the instructor.
10. Course Outcomes and Relationship to Course Objectives/ Program Outcomes:
Course Outcomes
At the end of the course, the students are
expected to be able to do the following:
Identify current environmental issues
1. and conflicts, their sources and effects
Explain the societal impacts of
environmental problems and their
2.
solutions
Explain the current issues and trends in
3. the environment
Work cooperatively with other students
4.
in the preparation of the requirements
11.
Course
Objectives
1
2
3
Program Outcomes
a
b c d e f
Contribution of Course to Meeting the Professional Component:

Advanced Chemical Engineering Topics:
General Education:
20 %
80 %
12. Course Evaluation:

Student performance will be rated based on the following:
Presentation
Final Project
Class Participation
Peer Evaluation
TOTAL
30 %
35 %
20 %
15 %
100 %
The final grades shall correspond to the weighted average scores shown below
Course Title:
AND SOCIAL CHANGE
SY 2010-2011
Date Effective:
Date Revised:
Prepared by:
Approved by:
nd
2 Quarter
SY 2011-2012
October 2011
Aileen D. Nieva
Alvin R. Caparanga
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Average
Grade
Average
Grade
Below 60
5.00
80 84
2.00
60 64
3.00
85 88
1.75
65 69
2.75
89 92
1.50
70 74
2.50
93 96
1.25
75 79
2.25
97 100
1.00
13. Other Course Policies:

a. Attendance
According to CHED policy, the total number of absences by the students should not be more
than 20% of the total number of meetings or 9 hrs for this three-unit-course. Student incurring
more than 9 hours of unexcused absences automatically gets a failing grade regardless of class
standing.
b. Homework, Written Reports, Reaction Papers
Homework and other assigned coursework are due at the beginning of the class period of the
specified due date. Late assignments will not be accepted.
c. Course Portfolio
Homeworks, seatworks, problem sets and exams are to be compiled and collected before the
end of the term. Exams are to be included in the course portfolio.
d. Language of Instruction
Lectures, discussion, and documentation will be in English. Written and spoken work may
receive a lower mark if it is, in the opinion of the instructor, deficient in English.
e. Honor, Dress and Grooming Codes
The Honor, Dress and Grooming Codes of the Institute will be enforced in this class.
f.
Consultation Schedule
Consultation schedules with the Professor are posted outside the ChE-Chm Faculty room and in
the Schools web-page ( http://che-chm.mapua.edu.ph ). It is recommended that the student first
set an appointment to confirm the instructors availability.
15. Course Materials Made Available:

Course goals and instructional objectives
Course schedule for lectures and exams
Course Performance Table
End of course self-assessment report
16. Committee Members
Elisa G. Eleazar
Aileen D. Nieva
Rolly G. Santos
Course Title:
AND SOCIAL CHANGE
SY 2010-2011
Date Effective:
Date Revised:
Prepared by:
Approved by:
nd
2 Quarter
SY 2011-2012
October 2011
Aileen D. Nieva
Alvin R. Caparanga
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MAPA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

School of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

To enable our graduates to practice as successful chemical engineers

for the advancement of society.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONFLICTS AND SOCIAL CHANGE

7. Student Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational Objectives:

8. Course Objectives and Relationship to Student Outcomes:

Peer discussion on Vision,

Science, Technology and Society:

History of Nature and the Current

Presentation of Final Projects

Presentation of Final Projects

Contribution of Course to Meeting the Professional Component:

12. Course Evaluation:

13. Other Course Policies:

15. Course Materials Made Available:

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