The Fundamentals of Environmental Sustainability

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2027.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU033880
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Ungraded

Grade Descriptors

  • Ungraded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Know the importance of sustainability within a specific sector.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain what is meant by sustainability.

  • 1.2

    Explain the importance of supporting environmental sustainability within a chosen sector.

2.

Know how environmental sustainability can be supported within the chosen sector.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe environmental issues relevant to a chosen sector.

  • 2.2

    Describe the impact of the chosen sector on the environment.

  • 2.3

    Explain how these environmental issues could be minimised within a chosen sector.

  • 2.4

    Analyse factors to consider when working towards environmental sustainability in a chosen sector.

3.

Know how the 3 Rs of sustainability can be applied within the chosen sector.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Explain the 3 Rs of sustainability.

  • 3.2

    Analyse ways that a chosen sector can implement the 3 Rs of sustainability.

4.

Understand the importance of waste management within the chosen sector.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Explain the importance of having a waste management strategy within a chosen sector.

  • 4.2

    Explain environmental hazards or risks that could be caused by poor waste management within a chosen sector.