PBHL 3023 Global Air Pollution and Health 3.0 Credits
Air pollution is an important determinant of human health, causing millions of deaths worldwide each year. This course will examine the major sources of air pollution, how people are exposed, and how specific pollutants contribute to the burden of death, disease and disability in human populations. The course will provide an understanding of the properties of air pollutants, relevant atmospheric chemistry and physical processes, and how pollutants are measured. Students will learn about national policies for the control of air pollutants and about the international agencies working to solve air pollution as a global health problem, while considering inequities in the impact of air pollution on human populations across the globe.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit