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Course Description Course Name : Environmental Management Systems Course Code : CEV423 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 4 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. FUAT BUDAK Learning Outcomes of the Course : Describe the requirements, principles and methodology of ISO 14001:2004 Explain the elements and application model of EMS Develop an Environmental Policy and analyze Environmental Aspects Identify and describe objectives, targets and programs Apply and improve an Environmental Management Systems for small size organization. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The course introduces students to the planning and implementation of Environmental Management Systems in companies. Course Contents : Principle of Environmental Management System, Standard of ISO 14001, Development of Environmental Policy, Setting Objectives and Targets, Environmental Management System Planning and Implementation, Management of Environmental Education and Training, Documentation, Checking and Correction Actions, Management Review. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classrooms in department of Environmetal Engineering building   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Introduction to Environmental Management System Presentation, discussion 2 The requirements, principles and methodology of EMS Presentation, discussion 3 ISO 14001:2004. Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use Reading: Standard of ISO 14001:2004. Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use Presentation, discussion 4 ISO 14001:2004. Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use Presentation, discussion 5 EMS Implementation Model Presentation, discussion 6 Initial EMS Planning Istanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Pages: 7-20 Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 7 Development of Environmental Policy Istanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Pages: 21-24 Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 8 Midterm exam Writing exam 9 Environmental Aspects, Legal and Other Requirements, Objectives and Targets, Management Programs Istanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Pages: 24-33 Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 10 Environmental Aspects, Legal and Other Requirements, Objectives and Targets, Management Programs Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 11 Structure and Responsibility, Training, Awareness and Competency, Communications Istanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Pages: 33-43 Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 12 EMS documentation, Document control, Operational control, Emergency preparedness and response Istanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Pages: 44-60 Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 13 Monitoring and measurement, Nonconformance and corrective and preventive action, Records Istanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Pages: 61-76 Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion, 14 EMS audit Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion 15 Management review Presentation, Group Study and Presentation, discussion 16/17 Final exam Test   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Lecture notes  İstanbul Chamber of Industry, 2008, Environmental Management Systems Guide. Publication No: 2008/11, Istanbul.  Stapleton, P.J., A. Glover, M.A., and Davis, S.P., 2001. Environmental Management Systems: An Implementation Guide for Small and Medium-Sized Organizations,USA.  EPA, 2004. Environmental Management System (EMS) Handbook for Wastewater Organizations. USA. Required Course Material(s)  ISO 14001:2004. Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 50 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Becomes equipped with adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, environment and engineering sciences 3 2 Becomes able to apply theoretical knowledge in mathematics, science, environment and engineering sciences 4 3 Determines, describes, formulates and gains capabilities in solving engineering problems 4 4 Analyzes a system, components of the system or process, gains the designing capabilities of the system under the real restrictive conditions. 3 5 Chooses ans uses the ability to apply modern tools and design technics, suitable analytical methods, modeling technics for the engineering applications 3 6 Designs and performs experiments, data collection, has the ability of analyzing results 3 7 Works individually and in inter-disciplinary teams effectively 5 8 Becomes able to reach knowledge and for this purpose does literature research and to uses data base and other information sources 4 9 Becomes aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously self renewal 4 10 Capable of effective oral and written skills in at least one foreign language for technical or non-technical use 4 11 Effective use of Information and communication technologies 4 12 Professional and ethical responsibility 4 13 Project management, workplace practices, environmental and occupational safety; awareness about the legal implications of engineering applications 5 14 Becomes aware of universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, entrepreneurship and innovation and to have idea of contemporary issues 4 15 Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself accordingly. 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 10 10     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 4 4     Final Exam 1 8 8 Total Workload: 78 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.12 ECTS Credit: 3