Here are the learning outcomes corresponding to each study unit:

Introduction to Environmental Management Systems (EMS):

• Understand the purpose and importance of environmental management systems (EMS).
• Explain the key concepts and components of an EMS.
• Recognize the benefits of implementing an EMS based on ISO 14001:2015.

ISO 14001:2015 Requirements:

• Interpret and apply the requirements of the ISO 14001:2015 standard.
• Identify the clauses and sub-clauses of ISO 14001:2015 and their significance.
• Evaluate an organization’s compliance with ISO 14001:2015 requirements.

Environmental Aspects and Impacts Assessment:

• Identify environmental aspects and impacts associated with organizational activities, products, and services.
• Evaluate the significance of environmental aspects and impacts using appropriate criteria.
• Develop strategies to manage and mitigate significant environmental aspects and impacts.

Legal and Regulatory Compliance:

• Understand relevant environmental laws, regulations, and other requirements applicable to the organization.
• Ensure organizational compliance with applicable environmental legal and regulatory requirements.
• Establish procedures for monitoring, measuring, and reporting environmental performance to regulatory authorities.

Audit Principles and Techniques:

• Understand the principles of auditing, including independence, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Apply audit techniques such as sampling, observation, and documentation review.
• Demonstrate knowledge of effective communication and interpersonal skills for conducting audits.

Audit Process and Methodology:

• Plan and organize EMS audits according to ISO 19011 guidelines.
• Conduct audits effectively, including opening meetings, data collection, and closing meetings.
• Document audit findings accurately and objectively using appropriate methods.

Audit Documentation and Reporting:

• Develop comprehensive audit plans, checklists, and other documentation.
• Prepare clear, concise, and objective audit reports that communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
• Ensure audit documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with relevant standards and requirements.

Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement:

• Identify nonconformities and opportunities for improvement during EMS audits.
• Conduct root cause analysis to determine the underlying causes of nonconformities.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans to address nonconformities and drive continuous improvement in environmental performance.