Sustainable Development - an introduction to differing interpretations and how these influence environmental management. PER (Preliminary Environmental Report). Environmental Impact Assessment and Strategic Environmental Assessment techniques. Environmental Management Tools - exploration of the potential benefits that can be attained by a proactive response to environmental pressures. Environmental Management Systems - introduction to environmental management systems with particular reference to ISO 14001; exploration of the components of this system to deepen knowledge of the function of an environmental management system. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Design for the Environment - Analysing the role of product and process design and LCA as tools for improving company and product environmental performance.
