1. Principles of Environmental Health
Principles of Environmental HealthPrinciples of Environmental HealthPlease be advised
that this is a major assignment which worth 100% of the unit, so I hope this order will be
taken seriously.Overall about the unitThis unit aims to identify, analyse and assess scientific
concepts, methods and research concerning theenvironment and human health
interactions. Major physical, chemical and biological environmental healthhazards will be
examined.LEARNING OUTCOMESOn completion of this unit students should be able to:1.
Identify, analyse and summarise major physical, chemical and biological environmental
health hazards thatmay impact on human health.2. characterise potential sources of
exposure and health impacts associated with environmental hazards;3. critically evaluate
the principles of assessing, monitoring and controlling environmental hazards in
thecommunity;4. synthesis the interdisciplinary and interactive nature of environmental
health problems;5. plan health promotion programs in relation to environmental health
issues.UNIT CONTENT1. Ecology, population, environmental degradation and health.2.
Human biology and environmental disease.3. Communicable disease control.4. Pollution
and health.5. Food safety and water quality.6. Environmental health management.7.
Environmental health promotionSIGNIFICANT REFERENCES;Buckingham, S. & Turner, M.
(Ed) (2008). Understanding environmental issues, Los Angeles, Calif.:SAGE.Cotruvo, Joseph
(2010). Desalination Technology : Health and Environmental Impacts. Retrievedfrom
http://www.eblib.com.Cromar, N., Cameron S. & Fallowfield, H. (Ed.). (2004).
Environmental health in Australia and NewZealand, Melbourne: Oxford University
Press.Healey, B. J. & Walker, K. T. (2009). Introduction to Occupational Health in Public
Health Practice,Hoboken, NJ: Jossey-Bass.Nriagu, J. (2008). Encyclopedia of Environmental
Health. Retrieved from http://www.eblib.com.Philp, R. B. (2012). Environmental Issues for
the Twenty-First Century and their Impact on HumanHealth. Retrieved from
http://www.eblib.com.Resnik, D. B. (2012). Environmental Health Ethics. Retrieved from
http://www.eblib.comRobson, M.G. & Toscano, W. A. (2007). Risk Assessment for
Environmental Health. Retrieved from http://www.eblib.com.Rom, William N. (2011).
Environmental Policy and Public Health: Air Pollution, Global ClimateChange, and
Wilderness. Retrieved from http://www.eblib.com.General things before starting:– Please
show your understanding.– Word count: 3000 – 3300 words (excluding in & end text
reference).– Text book: you can use as recommended Oosthuizen, J. (Ed) (2012).
Environmental health: emerging issues and practice, ebook. Rijeka, Croatia: InTech.– Please
Do not rewrite or paraphrase large sections from any article or long descriptive areas.–

2. Find further reliable and academic material 5 years old or less to reference in your work in
order to support your answers.– Marks: 100. It is really high since this is a major
assignment, so please make your work clear enough without any repetitions and try to be
very specific (concise) as well as precise to the point.– Please use Australian spelling.–
(correct) APA style {In text and end text referencing}. 12 point font, double spacing, and
first line indent for paragraphs. Also, Please make sure to include the page numbers for all
sources (in & end text references) when possible.One (1) reference per 100 words) you
need about 30 – 35 sources minimum.To have a High Distinction (HD)– Relevance of
answer to assignment task (are the questions answered fully?)The questions are fully
answered with all the information relevant to the topic.– All answers are supported by cited
evidence from relevant, recent and reliable sourcesUnderpins all work with relevant cited
material throughout.– Evidence of ability to interpret and explain population health data/
informationExcellent and consistent level of interpretation or explanation throughout–
Logical flow: essay format used, including introduction and conclusion and subject
paragraphsExcellent structure and logical flow throughout.– Presentation: including
formatting, grammar, spelling and styleNo minor errors in presentation.– In text and end
text referencingNo errors.Your task:Essay about: Environmental exposureWeighting:
100.Length: Approximately 3000 words (10% ±)Associated learning outcomes:– Identify,
analyse and summarise major physical, chemical and biological environmental health
hazards that may impact on human health.– Characterise potential sources of exposure and
health impacts associated with environmental hazards;– Synthesis the interdisciplinary and
interactive nature of environmental health problems;Associated content areas:Ecology,
population, environmental degradation and health.Human biology and environmental
disease.Communicable disease control.Pollution and health.Food safety and water
quality.Environmental health management.Overpopulation is accelerating the depletion of
resources on the planet, while at the same time accelerating global pollution and climate
change. Your government is considering adopting a stance similar to China’ s one child
policy, as part of its vision for a sustainable future.Your task:Write a report to inform policy
makers about the positive and negative aspects of such a policy as it applies to your country
(Australia).Hint: The use of peer-reviewed journal references will strengthen your
argument.Your report should be professionally presented and include:• Table of contents
or index (3 marks).• Introduction (7 marks).• Main body (25 marks) – compare and
contrast.• Conclusion (10 marks).• Policy recommendations (45 marks) – be realistic
within your country context (democracy vs communist society).• Correct in and end-text
referencing (10 marks).Use APA referencing style. Marks may be deducted for incorrect or
omittedreferencing.