Air Pollution Control Course | IIT Roorkee Prof. Bhola Ram Gurjar | 12-Week Online Program
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 12210 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Civil Engineering, Energy, Climate and Sustainability, Environment |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 17 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Science of Clean Air: A Premier Course on Air Pollution and Control
Air pollution is one of the most pressing global environmental challenges of our time, impacting human health, ecosystems, and the climate. Understanding its complexities—from sources and dispersion to control and policy—is crucial for engineers, scientists, and policymakers. A new, in-depth course titled "Air Pollution and Control", offered by one of India's leading experts, provides a unique opportunity to gain this essential knowledge.
Meet Your Instructor: A Renowned Authority in Environmental Engineering
This course is led by Prof. Bhola Ram Gurjar from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee. With a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades, Prof. Gurjar brings unparalleled expertise to the classroom.
His credentials include:
- A PhD in Environmental Risk Analysis from IIT Delhi.
- Postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry, Germany.
- Extensive leadership roles, including Dean of Resources and Alumni Affairs at IIT Roorkee.
- Head of the Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Transportation Systems (CTRANS).
- Leading the Max Planck Partner Group for Megacities & Global Change.
- Author of numerous highly cited research papers and the book "Air Pollution: Health and Environmental Impacts."
Prof. Gurjar's research focuses on air and water pollution, risk assessment, megacities, and climate change, ensuring the course content is both cutting-edge and grounded in real-world application.
Course Overview: A 12-Week Journey into Air Quality Science
This comprehensive course is designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students (including pre-PhD scholars) and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of atmospheric science and pollution control. Over 12 weeks, participants will explore the full spectrum of air pollution issues.
Detailed Course Layout: What You Will Learn
The curriculum is meticulously structured to build knowledge from fundamental concepts to advanced applications and solutions.
| Week | Core Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1-3 | Fundamentals & Sources: Introduction to air pollution, its impacts on health and environment, pollutant classification, and the role of meteorology and atmospheric stability. |
| Week 4-6 | Measurement & Modeling: Air quality monitoring, Gaussian dispersion models for different sources, building emissions inventories, and using remote sensing for source apportionment. |
| Week 7-8 | Indoor & Global Issues: Indoor air pollution assessment, and global challenges like ozone depletion, climate change, and acid rain. |
| Week 9-11 | Control & Policy: Design of air pollution control devices, emission standards, national/international policies, and emerging mitigation technologies. |
| Week 12 | Practical Application: Hands-on lab-based measurements of air pollutants. |
Who Should Enroll and Industry Relevance
This course is ideally suited for:
- UG/PG students in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, and Climate Studies.
- Research scholars beginning work in atmospheric sciences.
- Professionals in environmental consulting, regulatory bodies, and industries dealing with emissions (e.g., energy, manufacturing, transportation).
Industry Support: Industries involved in environmental management, air quality monitoring, and pollution control technology will find the skills taught in this course highly valuable for their workforce.
Essential Reference Books
The course draws from seminal texts in the field, including:
- Wark, Warner & Davis: "Air Pollution: Its Origin and Control"
- Seinfeld & Pandis: "Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics"
- Boubel et al.: "Fundamentals of Air Pollution"
- Prof. Gurjar's own edited volume: "Air Pollution: Health and Environmental Impacts"
Why Take This Course?
In a world grappling with the severe consequences of polluted air, expertise in this domain is not just academically rewarding but critically needed. This course, under the guidance of a globally recognized expert like Prof. Bhola Ram Gurjar, offers:
- A holistic understanding linking science, technology, policy, and health.
- Practical knowledge in modeling, inventory development, and control design.
- Insights into contemporary issues like climate change and sustainable solutions.
- A strong foundation for a career in environmental protection, research, or policy-making.
Whether you aim to advance your academic pursuits or enhance your professional competency in environmental engineering, this 12-week course on Air Pollution and Control is a definitive step towards becoming part of the solution for a cleaner, healthier planet.
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