Environmental Engineering

Environmental Engineering
Prepared by Natben (AASTU POLL)

Environmental
Engineering
• Definition
• Scope
• History
• Requirements
• Technical Skills
• Professional Skills
• Courses Related to Physics
• Courses Related to Mathematics
• Courses Related to Biology and Chemistry
• Challenges
• Job Opportunities
Definition
Environmental Engineering applies
scientific and engineering principles
to design, manage, and protect air,
water, and soil resources,
addressing pollution, promoting
sustainability, and serving public
and industrial needs.
Scope
PUBLIC UTILITIES: DESIGN, POLLUTION CONTROL: RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

OPERATION, AND ADDRESSING EFFICIENT AND SUSTAINABLE ASSESSMENT: ANALYZING
MANAGEMENT OF SYSTEMS CONTAMINATION IN AIR, USE OF WATER, ENERGY, AND POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL
RELATED TO WATER, AIR, AND WATER, AND SOIL USING OTHER RESOURCES, EFFECTS OF PROJECTS AND
SOIL RESOURCES (E.G., WATER VARIOUS TECHNOLOGIES AND MINIMIZING ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPING MITIGATION
TREATMENT PLANTS, WASTE REMEDIATION METHODS. IMPACT. STRATEGIES.
MANAGEMENT FACILITIES).
Continued
Waste Management: Ecological Restoration: Climate Change Mitigation and Environmental Policy and Law: Public Health and Safety:
Collection, treatment, and Reclaiming and restoring Adaptation: Addressing the Understanding and complying Protecting public health by
disposal of solid, hazardous, degraded ecosystems. challenges of climate change with environmental regulations ensuring clean air, water, and
and other waste materials in an through strategies like and contributing to policy soil, and minimizing exposure
environmentally responsible renewable energy and development. to environmental hazards.
way. emissions reduction.
History of Ancient Times: Middle Ages:
• Limited scope: Focused on • Stagnation and decline: Loss
Environmental practical solutions like of knowledge, limited
Engineering sanitation, water
management (aqueducts,
technological advancements,
focus on other priorities.
irrigation), and waste • Negative impacts: Increased
disposal. pollution, deforestation, and
• Examples: Roman sanitation soil erosion due to
systems, Mesopotamian unsustainable practices.
irrigation canals, and Chinese • Exceptions: Windmills for
waste pits. water pumping,
advancements in agricultural
• Driven by: Public health techniques in some regions.
concerns, resource scarcity,
and religious beliefs.
Modern Times (18th Century onwards):
• Industrial Revolution: Industrialization led to widespread
pollution, triggering awareness and action.
• Public health movements: Efforts to address sanitation
issues, waterborne diseases, and air pollution.
Continued • Environmental legislation: Governments enact

regulations to control pollution and protect resources.
• Advancements in technology: Development of treatment
plants, recycling methods, renewable energy sources.
• Focus on sustainability: Shift towards responsible
resource management, ecological preservation, and
climate change mitigation.
Requirements
Strong foundation in: Math & Analytical & problem-solving Technical aptitude: Understand & Research & data analysis:
Science (physics, chemistry, skills: Identify & analyze apply engineering principles, Conduct research using scientific
biology), Engineering complex environmental issues, Utilize software & modern tools. methods, Interpret & utilize data
fundamentals. Develop & assess solutions. to inform decisions.
Continued
• Communication & collaboration:
Communicate effectively with diverse
audiences, Work effectively in teams and
leadership roles.
• Professional responsibility & ethics: Adhere
to ethical principles & professional
standards, Consider societal &
environmental impacts.
• Lifelong learning & adaptability: Stay
updated on advancements in technology &
regulations, Continuously develop new
knowledge & skills.
Technical Skills
• Apply knowledge of math, science, and

engineering fundamentals.
• Identify, analyze, and solve complex
environmental problems.
• Design solutions, systems, and processes
for environmental challenges.
• Conduct research using scientific
methods and analyze data.
• Utilize modern engineering and IT tools
for complex problems.
Professional Skills
• Apply ethical principles and professional
responsibility.
• Work effectively in teams and diverse settings.
• Communicate complex information effectively.
• Understand societal and environmental impact of
engineering solutions.
• Manage projects and make economic decisions.
Courses Related to
Physics
• Engineering Mechanics I (Statics)
• Engineering Mechanics II (Dynamics)
• Strength of Materials
• Fluid Mechanics
• Transport phenomenon for environmental engineering
• Renewable energy engineering
• Energy and the Environment
Courses Related to
Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics IIIB
• Probability and Statistics
• Numerical Analysis for Environmental Engineering
• Engineering Economics
• Air Quality Modeling and Forecasting
• Ecological Risk Assessment
Courses Related to
Biology and Chemistry
• Environmental microbiology
• Environmental chemistry
• Fundamentals of soils & pollution control
• Waste to energy technology
• Environmental biotechnology
• Cleaner Production and LCA
• Sludge treatment technologies
• Ecological risk assessment
• Green building and energy conservation
• Emerging technologies for water and wastewater treatment
Challenges of Technical :
• Dealing with diverse
Environmental :
• Minimizing environmental
Environmental environmental problems
often requires
damage while providing
necessary infrastructure and
Engineer interdisciplinary knowledge. services.
• Staying updated with rapid • Navigating trade-offs
advancements in technology between competing interests
and data analysis. and ensuring responsible
resource management.
• Designing and implementing
solutions in complex and • Addressing climate change
dynamic natural systems. and its multifaceted impacts
on various ecosystems.
• Balancing effectiveness,
cost-efficiency, and • Adapting to evolving
sustainability in project environmental regulations
design. and standards.
Continued Social and Ethical:
• Facing community concerns and
Career Landscape:
• Fluctuating job markets and
potential conflicts over resource competition for positions,
use and project development. especially in specific sectors.
• Ensuring fair and equitable • Adapting to potential
solutions that consider everyone's relocations and working in
well-being. various environments.
• Upholding ethical principles and • Dealing with emotional
professional responsibility in challenges associated with
challenging situations. environmental degradation and
its consequences.
• Balancing economic development
with environmental preservation • Continuing professional
and social justice. development to stay relevant in
a rapidly evolving field.
Job Opportunities
• Pollution Control Engineers: Design and implement
systems to minimize air, water, and soil pollution
from industries, municipalities, and other sources.
• Waste Management Engineers: Develop and manage
systems for responsible waste collection, treatment,
and disposal, including solid waste, hazardous waste,
and e-waste.
• Water Resource Engineers: Manage and protect water
resources through projects like water treatment,
wastewater treatment, sustainable water use, and
flood control.
• Environmental Consultants: Provide technical
expertise and advice to clients on environmental
impact assessments, permitting, compliance, and
project development.
Continued
Renewable Energy Engineers: Sustainability Engineers: Climate Change Specialists: Environmental Policy Analysts: Research and Development:
Design and develop renewable Integrate sustainability Analyze climate impacts, Assist governments and Conduct research on new
energy systems like solar principles into design, develop adaptation strategies, organizations in developing and technologies and solutions for
power, wind power, and construction, and operation of and contribute to mitigation implementing environmental environmental challenges.
geothermal energy. various projects and efforts. policies and regulations.
infrastructures.
Is there any available
job in Ethiopia?
• Yes, there is. Like sector jobs in

government agencies (Environmental
Protection Agency, water resources…),
Private companies (consulting firms,
manufacturing, construction),
International Organizations and NGOS if
u are lucky, research institutions,
Industry sectors like consulting, etc…
Thank You for your all Attention

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PUBLIC UTILITIES: DESIGN, POLLUTION CONTROL: RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

Continued • Environmental legislation: Governments enact

• Apply knowledge of math, science, and

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