Title: Unit 1: Introduction to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Course: Environmental Impact Assessment

Aim of the Unit:

This Unit provides an overview of the subject of environmental impact assessment (EIA).  First, the Unit provides an introduction to the concepts upon which EIA is founded; including its definition, history, and the key issues associated with EIA.

This topic covers:

The meaning, purpose and principles of EIA.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this Unit, you are expected to be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of EIA
2. Describe the purpose of EIA
3. Identify the principles of EIA

Overview of student activity:

Watching YouTube videos, participating in online discussion, online assignment and reading books.