Environmental conditions of human economic activity Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Environmental conditions of human economic activity
Module code: W2-GF-S2-712
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 5
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The subject "Environmental Conditioning of Human Economic Activity" is an interdisciplinary introduction to the complex relationships between the natural environment and various forms of human economic activity. The course examines how environmental factors (such as natural resources, climatic conditions, terrain, biodiversity) affect the location, nature and efficiency of economic activity at various spatial scales. At the same time, the subject examines the reverse effect - how economic activity (including industry, agriculture, transport, tourism) affects the environment, leading to changes in ecosystems, pollution, resource degradation and climate change. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying spatial and environmental conflicts resulting from this interaction and on finding sustainable solutions that take into account both economic needs and environmental protection.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
is able to identify and characterize environmental conditions significant for the location and operation of various types of economic activities [W2-GF-S2-712_1]
 KGG2_U02 [3/5]
is able to assess the potential environmental effects of planned and implemented economic projects [W2-GF-S2-712_2]
 KGG2_U02 [2/5]
understands the basic laws and relationships that govern the natural environment system and their importance for economic activity [W2-GF-S2-712_3]
 KGG2_W01 [3/5]
knows and characterizes the main types of natural resources and their importance for economic development [W2-GF-S2-712_4]
 KGG2_W01 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-GF-S2-712] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  course work W2-GF-S2-712_1 W2-GF-S2-712_2 W2-GF-S2-712_3 W2-GF-S2-712_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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