4119 - Impact Assessment
Course Description
This course provides learners with an understanding of the principles, methodologies, and practical applications of conducting impact environmental assessments in the context of social, environmental, and economic domains.
In this interactive micro course, learners will explore the theoretical foundations of impact assessment and learn about the different frameworks and approaches employed in assessing impacts of major projects. They will gain insights into the key elements of impact assessment, including scoping, baseline data collection, impact prediction, assessment methodologies, and mitigation strategies. Additionally, learners will examine the legal and regulatory frameworks governing impact assessment processes in different sectors and jurisdictions.
Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to:
- Measure, evaluate and understand significance of impacts, mitigation measures and residual impacts
- Conduct baseline studies
- Understand process of the identification and assessment of environmental impacts
- Evaluate mitigation measures and alternatives
- Monitor and review processes
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Measure, evaluate and categorize cumulative impacts
Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include:
- Assessing Significance of Impacts
- Familiarity with International, National and Regional Legislation
- Climate Change
- Baseline and Permitting
- Impacts Mitigation
- Public Engagement
- Cumulative Impacts