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The primary objective of this course is to
meet a need to increase capacity and understanding of
environmental management, and more specifically the
environmental impact assessment process.
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Local case studies will be used
to bring important points across, and presenters will mainly
be Eastern Cape experts in their respective fields.
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In this course, we will specifically focus on and clearly
explain the theory and practice of EIA, and how this relates
to the new EIA regulations
promulgated in terms of Section 24(5) of the National
Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998).
Comments from previous participants:
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New insights and valuable lessons learnt from experienced
experts.
·I
liked the fact that we were given an opportunity to actively
participate in the whole learning process. It kept me wide
awake.
·I
have been working very closely with the public at the scoping
level of EIA and the wide range of information will definitely
help me in my future projects.
·I
would strongly recommend this course to any person dealing
with EIAs.
·The
course broadened my knowledge and sharpened my thinking.
·Definitely
a good course! I appreciate that presenters are not only
coming from a theoretical aspect, but from practical
experience. Real life
issues are dealt with.
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The 2012 course
date is confirmed as week of 14 May for 5 days, details to
follow when available. The below information is applicable
to the most recent course and will be updated once
registrations are open.
INTRODUCTION TO
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES
Coastal & Environmental Services
and
The department of Environmental Science,
Rhodes University
CES contributes to
the success of the Rhodes University, Department Environmental
Science
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EIA SHORT COURSE
Enquiries:
m.vanzyl@cesnet.co.za
Date:
9-13 May 2011
Cost:
R 6 052.63 excl VAT. R6 900 incl VAT.
Venue:
Environmental Learning Research
Centre Room 20, behind Eden Grove Building,
Lucas Avenue (turn out off
Somerset Street)
Rhodes University,
Grahamstown
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BROCHURE
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Course Overview
The course will introduce you to the field of
environmental management by focusing on the procedures for
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Integrated
Environmental Management (IEM). Emphasis is therefore placed
on the study of human impacts on the environment, and how to
evaluate the importance of these impacts and regulate their
effects, using EIA as the management tool. On completion of
the course, participants should understand and be able to
answer the following:
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·What
is environmental science and environmental management?
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·What
is an environmental impact assessment?
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·How
does one undertake an environmental impact assessment?
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·What
are the different stages through which an EIA goes?
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·What
is the current status of EIA in South Africa?
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·What
are the implications of the new EIA regulations?
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·What
are the challenges facing EIA in Africa?
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·What
is integrated environmental management?
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·What
is public scoping and public participation?
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·How
does one undertake a public participation programme?
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·What
is social impact assessment?
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·What
principles should be observed when making environmental
decisions?
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What makes a good EIA?
The course will be run over a 5-day period,
from
Mon 9 - Fri 13 May 2011.
The course
will consist of
lectures, tutorials, practicals and workshops.
The group will be split into smaller work
parties to tackle particular examples presented in the
course, which will help to develop problem-solving skills,
as well as increasing the understanding of Environmental
Management.
A range of delegates from all walks of life,
which will enrich the learning experience. The course will be intensive, with lectures
and tutorials running from 08h00 to 17h00, with additional
individual tasks set for two evenings.
Registration on Monday 9 May is at 8:30 and
the course will end at 12:30 on Friday 13 May; Friday
lunch is from 12:30-13:30, please book flights
accordingly, considering the travel time between Port
Elizabeth and Grahamstown estimated at 1.5h.
Please note that delegates will be required
to complete a post-course written assignment to qualify for
a Rhodes University certificate of competence,
otherwise a certificate of attendance will be issued.
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate degree / diploma
OR matric + relevant working experience.
Course Costs
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·Set
of course notes and other literature
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·Evaluation
of the post-course written assignment
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·Certificate
of competence
or
letter of attendance
from
Rhodes University
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·Monday
evening - welcoming function with drinks and snacks
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·Dinner on Wednesday night
Additional costs
(delegate
responsibility)
Flights to Port Elizabeth Airport
(nearest airport) is recommended for arrival Sunday 8 May and
Departure Friday 13 May no earlier than 4pm.
Transport between Port Elizabeth airport
and Grahamstown (130km one way), evening meals, and
accommodation in Grahamstown is for your cost.
Details of accommodation available can be found on the following
websites:
Makana Tourism website:
www.makanatourism.co.za (tel: 046-622-3241)
Grahamstown Hospitality Guild website:
www.grahamstown-accommodation.co.za
Transport (delegate arrangement and cost)
Shuttle information can
be provided on
request
For further information
and details to be e-mailed to you contact Marina van Zyl:
m.vanzyl@cesnet.co.za 046-622 2364
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