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    Description
    After completion of this course, learners will be able to explain the various interrelated aspects of air pollution control, understand the basic terminology, and have a rudimentary understanding of some of the technical aspects of regulating, measuring, and controlling air pollution.

    Major topics covered in this course are:

    The atmosphere and its components.
    How air pollutants are categorized.
    The sources of air pollution.
    The difference between criteria pollutants and hazardous air pollutants.
    How pollution affects health and welfare.
    Who Should Attend
    This is a foundational-level course intended for new hires within state, local, and tribal air agencies.
    Leaning Objectives
    After completion of this course, learners will be able to explain the various interrelated aspects of air pollution control, understand the basic terminology, and have a rudimentary understanding of some of the technical aspects of regulating, measuring, and controlling air pollution.
    Pre-Requisites
    None
    Classroom Requirements
    Self Instruction
    History of Changes
    Updated from EPA LMS on June 13, 2023
    Course ID
    EPA 11
    Course Number
    BASC124-SI: Air Pollution Control Orientation Course
    MJO-EPA Supported
    EPA Supported
    Display
    yes
    Status
    active
    Curriculum
    Air Pollution Basics
    Updated
    10/25/2021