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701-0208-00L 1 Credits BSC D-USYS

Introduction to Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology

E in die Umweltchemie und Umweltmikrobiologie

Does not take place this semester. Prerequisites: Chemistry I & II and Microbiology.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:40:17

Abstract

With excursions the students gain insights into scientific as well as practical aspects of various areas in which environmental chemistry and microbiology play a key role. Topics include a.o. waste water treatment, landfills, drinking water purification, impact of agriculture on surface water quality and environmental assessment of synthetic chemicals.

Objective

Learning of typical problems in environmental chemistry and microbiology. Applying basic knowledge of chemistry and microbiology to environmentally relevant problems.

Content

Discussion of case studies combined with excursions.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Moodle (https://moodle-app2.let.ethz.ch/course/view.php?id=3860)Zusätzliche Unterlagen werden evtl. abgegeben.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise E in die Umweltchemie und Umweltmikrobiologie
Does not take place this semester. Die Lehrveranstaltung findet in 3 Blöcken à 6-8 Stunden statt.
No time listed 1 h weekly

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