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CE 3231 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science

CE 3231 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science. Readings for This Class: The Pollution Within. O hio N orthern U niversity. Chemistry, Microbiology & Material Balance. Introduction. Water & Air Pollution. Env Risk Management. Indoor Air Pollution

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CE 3231 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science

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  1. CE 3231 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science Readings for This Class: The Pollution Within Ohio Northern University Chemistry, Microbiology & Material Balance Introduction Water & Air Pollution Env Risk Management Indoor Air Pollution We spend most of our day inside. Therefore, the quality of our indoor air has a greater impact on our health than outside air. This lecture introduces students to indoor air pollution.

  2. Air Pollution Control Technologies

  3. Lecture 29Indoor Air Quality(Air Quality III)

  4. Indoor Air Quality Topics Covered Include: Discussion of common pollutants of concern Importance of Ventilation Design options for healthier environments

  5. Global vs US • Globally, indoor air pollution is a major problem • unsanitary conditions • smoke from indoor open fire cooking • lack of controls in factory environments

  6. Global vs US • Domestically, indoor air pollution is also a challenge • chemical usage • insulated spaces • mold • BUT…conditions are • generally pretty good Earth911.com

  7. Who Regulates? Workplace – Occupational Safety and Health Administration thetidalwaveofdifference.com

  8. Who Regulates? Residential – largely unregulated (departments of health) http://architecture.about.com/od/20thcenturytrends/tp/midcentury-American-Homes.htm

  9. Who Regulates? However, what comes in is generally regulated…. http://www.celsias.com/article/study-finds-green-labels-consumer-products-mislead/

  10. Common Pollutants • Radon • Volatile organic carbons • Asbestos • Respirable particulate matter • Formaldehyde • Carbon monoxide • Tabacco smoke • Pesticides • Mold

  11. Importance of Ventilation • Houses that do not leak can trap pollutants • Important to circulate air from outside into house • Need for moisture control http://www.andrews-sykes.ae/ventilation/

  12. The Pollution Within Discuss Reading Gupta AirQuality in Schools AddystonAirQuality in Schools (2 part series)

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