CHEM 3800
The Chemistry of Environmental Pollutants
Inorganic and organic environmental pollutants: their toxicology, production, use pattern and known effects on the environment. Aspects of risk and regulation. Chemistry involved in water and sewage treatment.
2026
Topics
- F Toxicology – Foundations I
- W Toxicology – Foundations II
- F Toxicology – More depth + Worked examples + CS 2–3
- F The Hydrosphere – Foundations I
- W The Hydrosphere – Foundations II
- F The Hydrosphere – Foundations III + CS 2–3
- F Pollutant analysis – Foundations I
- F Pollutant analysis – Additional concepts/practice + CS 3–4
- F Microbial Life – Foundations I
- F Microbial Life – Additional concepts/practice + CS 3–4
Readings
- Suggested textbook: G. vanLoon and S. Duffy (2011). Environmental Chemistry: A Global Perspective, 3 Ed.
- Oxford University Press.
- G. vanLoon and S. Duffy (2011). Environmental Chemistry: A Global Perspective, 3 Ed.
Undated
Readings
- Suggested textbook: G. vanLoon and S. Duffy (2011). Environmental Chemistry: A Global Perspective, 3 Ed. Oxford University Press.
- G. vanLoon and S. Duffy (2011). Environmental Chemistry: A Global Perspective, 3 Ed. Oxford University Press.
- Technology Checklist: An internet-enabled computer (laptop/desktop) Zoom software installed on computer (can also install on phone as backup!) Access to reliable internet
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2207 or CHEM 2203 or CHEM 2800 . Lectures three hours a week.