Pre-requisite: 61613+61618
Topics include sampling theory, sample preparation, separation analysis, volumetric analysis, atomic absorption spectroscopy, flame photometry, radiochemistry and tracers, trace analysis, automated methods, water analysis, soil analysis, air and gas analysis and nitrogen and phosphate determination in biological specimens. A study of pollution of air, soil and water including toxicology will be undertaken to allow the student to identify and measure pollutants. The importance of colloids and surface properties in the environment will be studied.