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The field of environmental chemistry is rapidly expanding, and excellent employment opportunities exist in the academic, government, industrial and public policy sectors.  Environmental chemistry is the study of chemical processes occurring in the environment which are impacted by humankind's activities.  These impacts may be felt on a local scale, through the presence of urban air pollutants or toxic substances arising from a chemical waste site, or on a global scale, through depletion of stratospheric ozone or global warming

Course Objectives

The focus of this course unit is on developing a fundamental understanding of the nature of chemical processes in different environmental media (air, soil & water) so that humankind's activities and technology can be accurately evaluated. The course objectives are:

a.    To provide an introduction to, and application of Environmental Chemistry and other related issues/matters.

b.    To describe and explain the strategies and tools used to control and manage environmental pollution by considering selected Environmental chemicals.

c.    To place contemporary problems of environmental pollution in a global perspective.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

a.    understand the linkage between Chemistry and the Environment; causes and effects of Environmental problems/pollution arising from the chemical processes,

b.    develop cognitive and analytical skills for Environmental Chemistry issues.

The Events Management Module is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in planning, organizing, and executing successful events. Whether you aspire to become a professional event planner, work in the hospitality industry, or simply want to enhance your skills in organizing social or corporate events, this module will equip you with the necessary knowledge and practical tools to create memorable and impactful experiences.

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Fluid mechanics introduces students to the general fluid flow principles. Here, you will get a demonstration of principles of hydropower development, water supply, drainage and flood defenses which require knowledge of fluid mechanics

In fundamentals of Graphic learners will experience the design process idea development, through sketching artwork and preparation for final art work and production processes. In this course learners will analyse and discuss aspects of graphic design, discovering best practice in the field and exploring the processes involved in concept development for particular target audiences. This course will equip learners with skills and knowledge in design principles, use of colour, text, images and Application of typographic principles and the use of designed materials to achieve communication goals.

Course Learning Objectives.

The objectives of the course unit include:

• To equip learners with skills of identifying and discuss design principles and apply them to visual communication.
• To train students’ how to create simple typographic designs and develop personalised fonts.
• To equip learners with skills of how to use simple graphic design tools and techniques such as typography, colour, composition and narrative.
• To teach learners the techniques of creating graphic design processes and concepts with professionals in the field.

Course Learning Outcomes.

Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able:

• To design as they apply principles to visual communication.
• To create simple graphic design ready for production.
• To use and apply techniques such as typography, colour, composition and narrative.
• To make graphic design processes and concepts with professionals in the field.

The field of painting requires an artist to first understand and master the color wheel and how to develop a color scheme. Painting may necessitate an artist to come up with an individual style based on the theme assigned to them i.e The changing situation in Uganda.  Considering the above topic, you'll be required to develop a variety of sketches each focusing on drama, exaggeration, perspective among others