Environmental Science

Environmental Science

Introduction: 

Environmental Science is a study of the environment (surrounding) in chemical, biological and physical context. It is also a higher study of pollution, energy conservation, climatic changes, plastic menace, biodiversity and global warming. Environmental Science is a combination of both social science and natural science. A person who specializes in this subject is known as the environmentalist. He is concerned with the problems of the environment and the effects of unrestrained pollution on the earth’s environment.

Environmental Scientists work is to understand the earth processes such as pollution control, managing of natural resources, comprehensive climate changes and evaluating other energy systems. Presently, the environment engineering and science have been developed into an interesting and highly attractive career option.

Nature of work:

Environmental engineers strive to solve environmental problems such as water and air pollution, waste disposal, and public health issues. As engineers, they use advanced principles of biology, chemistry, and environmental science to protect wildlife and natural resources as well as human life.

Environmental engineers are qualified to work on a variety of serious environmental issues. For example, they can design municipal water supply and industrial wastewater treatment systems; assess recycling and reclamation processes; conduct hazardous-waste management studies, and consult on the environmental effects of various construction projects. They may be required to inspect and evaluate industrial and municipal facilities and programs to assess their compliance with environmental regulations. They may work with environmental scientists, planners, hazardous waste technicians, engineers, and other specialists to address environmental problems.

Personality:

Imagination: 

Environmental engineers sometimes have to design systems that will be part of larger ones. They must be able to foresee how the proposed designs will interact with other components of the larger system, including the workers, machinery, and equipment, as well as the environment.

Interpersonal skills:

Environmental engineers must be able to work with others toward a common goal. They usually work with engineers and scientists who design other systems and with the technicians and mechanics that put the designs into practice.

Problem-solving skills:

When designing facilities and processes, environmental engineers strive to solve several issues at once, from workers’ safety to environmental protection. They must be able to identify and anticipate problems in order to prevent losses for their employers, safeguard workers’ health, and mitigate environmental damage.

Reading skills:

Environmental engineers often work with business people, lawyers, and other professionals outside their field. They frequently are required to read and understand documents with topics outside their scope of training.

Writing skills:

Environmental engineers must be able to write clearly so that others without their specific training can understand their plans, proposals, specifications, findings, and other documents.

Professional courses, Duration and Eligibility Criteria: 

List of Courses:

• Certificate in Environmental Studies (CES) 
• Certificate Courses in Environmental Science 
• Diploma in Environmental Law 
• Diploma Courses in Environmental Science 
• Diploma Course in Environment Protection 
• Bachelor of Environmental Management 
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science 
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & water Management 
• Master of Science in Environmental Management 
• Master of Philosophy in Environmental Biology 
• Master of Philosophy in Environmental Sciences 
• Post Graduate Diploma in Environment 
• Post Graduate Diploma in Environment & Sustainable Development 
• Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Science 
• Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Science

Eligibility Criteria: 

UG: 

For admission into bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have passed the higher secondary school certificate (10+2) examination with science subject such as (biology, maths, and chemistry). The duration for this course is 3 years.

PG: 

The eligibility criteria for pursuing a master’s degree are holding a bachelor's degree with science subjects such as (biology, maths, and chemistry). The duration for this course is 2 years.

Career Prospects: 

There are many career options in the field of environmental science. The job opportunities in this particular area in the private and government organizations, as well as industries, are increasing due to the growing industrialization and realization to check the pollution levels. The global organizations engaged in pollution control and sustainable growth is offering attractive compensation to the fresh graduates.

Professionals in this career can also opt for teaching jobs in universities and colleges. Environmental scientists are engaged in research activities in private and public sector institutions. Many graduates are employed in media sector as environmental journalists.

Some job types:

• Lecturer 
• Research Fellow 
• Research Assistant 
• Wildlife Filmmaker 
• Environment Journalists 
• Forest Carbon Specialist 
• Conservation Hydrologist 
• Senior Programme Officer 
• Environment Photographer 
• Director of Waste Management 
• Senior Catastrophe Risk Modeller

Remuneration: 

Scientists who are working in government sector can start earning in the range of Rs. 12,000 to Rs 18,000 per month. Candidates with a postgraduate degree can earn initially within the range of Rs. 35000 to Rs. 50000 and those with a Ph.D. degree can earn in between Rs. 50000 - Rs. 75000. A licensed engineer can expect a salary of Rs.1 lakh per month.

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