PhD courses
Speciality Code:
8D05207
Speciality Name:
Ecology
Faculty:
Geography and Environmental Sciences
Qualification:
- Scientific and pedagogical direction - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Model of graduating student
- Mandatory disciplines
- Elective disciplines
- Professional
Upon completion of this program, it is expected that PhDs will be able to:
1. use modern methods of environmental systems analysis for making management decisions related to hazardous waste management;
2. substantiate the economic feasibility of the use of environmentally friendly technologies for various industries;
3. to conduct scientific experiments in the framework of laboratory studies according to a given method based on the latest theories and models in the field of ecology and environmental protection;
4. systematize and interpret scientific theories and concepts of the latest trends in the field of environmental protection for use in the educational process;
5. Differentially apply modern information technologies to ensure environmental safety;
6. calculate environmental and technological risks with the use of new software products and mathematical methods to ensure environmental safety of production;
7. develop recommendations for solving specific environmental problems based on the selection and adaptation of models for the management of environmental components;
8. develop programs for the effective management of natural resources and the stabilization of the environment;
9. to predict the directions of development of ecosystems under the influence of natural and anthropogenic factors to further prevent environmental pollution;
10. carry out original research based on the synthesis of new ideas, the results of which will be published in refereed publications for the further advancement of scientific research;
11. to set goals, develop design and technologies for field research in solving specific problems of fundamental ecology;
12. present scientific applied results to the wide scientific community and employers.
1. use modern methods of environmental systems analysis for making management decisions related to hazardous waste management;
2. substantiate the economic feasibility of the use of environmentally friendly technologies for various industries;
3. to conduct scientific experiments in the framework of laboratory studies according to a given method based on the latest theories and models in the field of ecology and environmental protection;
4. systematize and interpret scientific theories and concepts of the latest trends in the field of environmental protection for use in the educational process;
5. Differentially apply modern information technologies to ensure environmental safety;
6. calculate environmental and technological risks with the use of new software products and mathematical methods to ensure environmental safety of production;
7. develop recommendations for solving specific environmental problems based on the selection and adaptation of models for the management of environmental components;
8. develop programs for the effective management of natural resources and the stabilization of the environment;
9. to predict the directions of development of ecosystems under the influence of natural and anthropogenic factors to further prevent environmental pollution;
10. carry out original research based on the synthesis of new ideas, the results of which will be published in refereed publications for the further advancement of scientific research;
11. to set goals, develop design and technologies for field research in solving specific problems of fundamental ecology;
12. present scientific applied results to the wide scientific community and employers.
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Academic writing
- Number of credits: 2
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: Aim of discipline: to form practical skills in writing applications for research grants in PhD students. The following will be studied: the rules and technologies for writing and submitting scientific applications for national grant and interna-tional funding, including specifics of the structure, sections of the budget of scientific project and formation of research group, presen-tation of results in the form of articles in the rating journals of the Scopus / WoS bases in the field of hospitality and tourism.
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PhD Thesis Writing and Defence
- Number of credits: 12
- Type of control: Докторская диссертация
- Description: The main purpose of "PhD thesis writing and defence": of a doctoral dissertation is the formation of the doctoral students' ability to disclose the content of research work for the defense of the thesis. During the study of course, doctoral student's should be competent in: 1. to substantiate the content of new scientifically grounded theoretical and experimental results that allow to solve a theoretical or applied problem or are a major achievement in the development of specific scientific directions; 2. explain the assessment of the completeness of the solutions to the tasks assigned, according to the specifics of the professional sphere of activity; 3. they can analyze alternative solutions for solving research and practical problems and assess the prospects for implementing these options; 4. apply the skills of writing scientific texts and presenting them in the form of scientific publications and presentations. 5. to plan and structure the scientific search, clearly highlight the research problem, develop a plan / program and methods for its study, formalize, in accordance with the requirements of the State Educational Establishment, the scientific and qualification work in the form of a thesis for a scientific degree Doctor of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) on specialty «8D07502 – Standardization and certification (by industry)». During the study of the discipline doctoral student will learn following aspects: Registration of documents for presentation of the thesis for defense. Information card of the dissertation and registration-registration card (in the format Visio 2003). Extract from the minutes of the meeting of the institution, in which the preliminary defense of the thesis took place. Cover letter to the Higher Attestation Commission. Expert conclusion on the possibility of publishing the author's abstract. Expert opinion on the possibility of publishing a dissertation. Minutes of the meeting of the counting commission. Bulletin for voting. A shorthand record of the meeting of the dissertational council. List of scientific papers. Response of the official opponent. A review of the leading organization. The recall of the scientific adviser.
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Scientific Research methods
- Number of credits: 3
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The aim of discipline: to form the ability of systematic understand-ing of the methodology and theory of scientific research in the field of tourism to justify the goal and objectives, object and subject of research, the choice of optimal methods and forms of planning, or-ganization and conducting scientific research, to achieve the desired result. The following will be studied: the content and specificity of the sci-ence of tourism; paradigms of scientific research in the past and in current historical period; the system of training, professional devel-opment and certification of scientific personnel; methodology and methods of transfer of knowledge and skills, issues of copyright and intellectual property in relation to tourism.
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System Analysis in Ecology
- Number of credits: 5
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of teaching the discipline is to form the ability to process environmental information on the basis of system analysis methods, to model and predict changes in natural and natural-man-made ecosystems of varying degrees of complexity. In the study of the discipline are considered: recommendations of system analysis for the choice of a model or system of models for modeling the natural environment
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Management of environmental quality
- Number of credits: 5
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to control the compliance of the developed projects and technical documentation with the environmental quality regulations, to use management technologies in the field of environmental protection activities. As a result of studying the discipline, the doctoral candidate will be able to: - to substantiate and explain the main modern trends in the field of ecology and environmental protection, theoretical and applied aspects of ecology; principles, methods, methods, means that form the basis of scientific and applied activities at all stages of the formation of creative solutions: from the formulation of laboratory and experimental studies, to their practical implementation; - apply a complex of acquired knowledge and skills in managing environmental safety of production, promoting environmental programs in legislative, governmental, regional institutions and local governments; - apply the main modern trends in the field of ecology and environmental protection, theoretical and applied aspects of ecology in professional activities; - compile, calculate and evaluate integrative scientific models of the global environmental crisis; - operate with environmental concepts and categories related to the regulation of environmental protection activities; - to promote innovative technological, social and cultural development within the academic and professional context. Discipline has its own subject, terminology and research methods. When studying the discipline, the following topics will be considered: International and national norms and standards of environmental quality; Methods of laboratory and field studies of ecosystem components; Methods of environmental management, taking into account possible risks
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Strategy of Environmental Security
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to analyze the mechanisms of formation of an effective state environmental policy in Kazakhstan, to assess the current state of environmental safety. As a result of studying the discipline, the doctoral candidate will be able to: - calculate the economic efficiency of environmentally safe production; - analyze the organizational and legal regimes for ensuring environmental safety; - determine the economic and social efficiency of environmentally friendly production, safe technologies and raw materials; - create mechanisms for the formation of an effective state environmental policy in Kazakhstan; - develop legal support for environmental safety; - explain the structure and functions of state environmental safety authorities; - determine the system of geo-environmental risks management methods; - implement management techniques in accordance with international standards ISO 14001; - to form the ability of the optimal combination of administrative and economic methods of managing the impact on the environment; -conduct an analysis of environmental indicators for various classifications; - analyze current concepts and strategies of environmental policy; -to summarize and evaluate the environmental performance of the company in order to preserve ecosystems. Discipline has its own subject, terminology and research methods. When studying the discipline, the following topics will be considered: The functions of state environmental safety authorities; Methods of system management of geoprocesses; Legal support of environmental safety; Methods of managing the impact on the environment, taking into account international standards; Economic efficiency of environmentally safe production; The system of geo-environmental risk management methods; Organizational and legal framework for the management of environmentally friendly processes and production, taking into account international standards ISO 14001; Principles of sustainable development; Environmental indicators of company performance; The specificity and modern combination of global, national and regional in the development and management of the enterprise; Concepts and methodologies of environmental and economic analysis; The basic principles and provisions of the energy strategy of the world community and Kazakhstan; The interaction of the economy, energy and environment; The concept of «green» economy; The use of traditional energy sources and the use of alternative renewable sources to ensure energy and environmental safety of Kazakhstan.
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Modern Approaches to the Waste Management
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to organize waste management systems based on modern technologies, to evaluate the effectiveness of measures that reduce the amount of waste. As a result of studying the discipline, the doctoral candidate will be able to: - organize waste management systems based on modern technologies; - assess the effectiveness of waste reduction measures; - develop waste management programs for enterprises; - develop methods for the treatment of industrial and household waste, secondary raw materials; - identify and analyze causal relationships of interaction between society and nature in the field of waste management; - apply research methods in the field of waste management; - develop methodologies for the economic assessment and compensation of accumulated damage when disposing of waste on land and enterprises when justifying investments; - select and apply new waste management mechanisms based on international experience. Discipline has its own subject, terminology and research methods. When studying the discipline, the following topics will be considered: The need and problems of waste management in the Republic of Kazakhstan; Global waste management experience; General requirements for waste management; Economic, social and environmental damage from industrial waste, their assessment; Integrated waste management system; Enterprise waste management; Legislative framework in the field of waste management; Methods of economic regulation in the field of waste management; Priority directions of the state policy in the field of waste management; Management decisions related to hazardous waste management; The choice of waste disposal methods and their impact on cost; Comparison of options for fees for disposal and recycling; The concept of waste-free production, problems and prospects for its development in the Republic of Kazakhstan; Transboundary movement of waste; Hierarchy of waste management.
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Natural and urbanized ecosystems
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to assess and apply modern concepts of urban environmental planning and design, environmental management in an urban setting. As a result of studying the discipline, the doctoral candidate will be able to: - explain the basic laws of the functioning of natural and urbanized ecosystems; - evaluate and apply modern concepts of urban environmental planning and design; - manage the environmental impact through an optimal combination of administrative and economic methods; - choose and practice basic modern trends in the field of ecology and environmental protection, theoretical and applied aspects of urban ecology; - develop principles of environmental management and biosphere-oriented urban planning; - analyze the concepts of ecological urban planning and sustainable human development strategies; - to evaluate natural and anthropogenic ecological processes in urban complexes and possible ways of their regulation; - argue the main environmental problems in the urban environment; - offer the necessary environmental protection systems and approaches to the development of ecological urban planning. - critically analyze, evaluate the relevance and feasibility of new ideas, develop the ability to independently generate new ideas for the development of cities. Discipline has its own subject, terminology and research methods. When studying the discipline, the following topics will be considered: Patterns of functioning of ecological systems in urban environments; Concepts of ecological urban planning according to the strategy of sustainable development of mankind; Natural and anthropogenic ecological processes in urban complexes and possible ways of their regulation; Modern problems of urban systems; Modern methods of rational use of natural and energy resources for sustainable urban development; The use of alternative energy sources and new technologies for the optimal development of traditional cities; Trends in smart cities; Dynamics and prospects of development of world urbanization; Biosphere-oriented urban planning.
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Management of natural and technogenic risks
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of the discipline - the formation of theoretical and methodological basis for risk assessment of objects and processes of the technosphere for the development of systems of management. The course examines the basics of system analysis, risk modeling and processes; development and implementation of systems risk management; use of software products that provide analysis, assessment and risk management.
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Environmentally Clean Technologies in Production
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: Technological features of processing of raw materials depending on the purpose of production, step-by-step production control, standardization of target products. Normative documentation at all stages of processing from raw materials to finished products. Environmental control of production, waste and emissions. To know the principles, campaigns and basic technologies used in the field of ecology and environmental protection. - To possess modern analytical and computational methods of research used in the field of ecology and environmental protection. - To be able to carry out the necessary measures for the introduction of industrial environmental control. Discipline has its own subject, terminology and research methods. When studying the discipline, the following topics will be considered: The concept of cleaner production; Accounting and rationing of the load in the organization of waste-free and low-waste production; Complex processing of raw materials; Closed production cycles; Territorial production complexes and ecological industrial parks; Innovative technologies for the use of renewable and inexhaustible natural resources; Alternative energy sources; Estimation of waste-free production by raw materials and energy balances; Technological features of the processing of raw materials, depending on the destination of products; Stage production control; Standardization of target products; Assessment of the environmental hazard of used and manufactured products; Environmental assessment of production technologies; Regulatory documentation at all stages of processing from raw materials to finished products; Ecological control of production, waste and emissions.
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Ecological and economic management of natural resources
- Type of control: [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
- Description: The purpose of the discipline is to form the ability to plan and organize work on the implementation of environmental measures, to count their economic efficiency, to carry out the procedure of environmental management. As a result of studying the discipline, the doctoral candidate will be able to: - to make integrative scientific models of the global environmental crisis, to calculate such models, to evaluate their results; - evaluate the economic efficiency of environmental measures; - substantiate and explain the system of methods of scientific and instrumental research in environmental economics; - determine the relationship of the methods of work of enterprises with the legal basis for the regulation of environmental management; - operate with normative and research methods of processing and systematization of research materials of the economic mechanism of environmental management; - analyze and apply promising innovative methods of the economic mechanism of environmental management; - justify and explain the conceptual foundations of general and environmental management; - apply the practical aspects of environmental management, waste management, marketing and insurance; - operate in research with the system of international standards in the field of environmentally oriented management ISO 14000; - to implement acquired skills in the organization and conduct of scientific environmental management. Discipline has its own subject, terminology and research methods. When studying the discipline, the following topics will be considered: International and Kazakhstani legislation governing the relationship, interdependence of economic systems and the natural environment; Modern problems of environmental management; Classical and modern scientific approaches to environmental management; Reserves of natural resources and efficiency of their use; Assessment of the damage caused by the irrational use of natural resources and the environment; Environmental management system; Methods of accounting and assessment of natural resource potential; Economic efficiency of environmental measures; Methods for calculating environmental damage from the effects of enterprises; Ways of economical use of natural resources; The system of international standards in the field of environmental management ISO 14000; Scientific base of environmental management; Rational use of natural resource potential; Economic valuation of natural resources; Methods for calculating damage from environmental pollution; Formation of a new economic mechanism for environmental management.
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Research
- Type of control: Защита практики
- Description: The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.
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Pedagogical
- Type of control: Защита практики
- Description: Aim оf discipline: formation of the ability to carry out educational activities in universities, to design the educational process and conduct certain types of training sessions using innovative educational technologies.