| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
|---|---|
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Accepted for MSc & Diploma & CPD courses.
N/A
This module is designed to provide a basic understanding of the design and operation of unit processes in the treatment of domestic and industrial wastewaters, an introduction to recent developments and more advanced techniques in wastewater treatment. Students also develop a deeper knowledge of the physical, chemical and biological principles in wastewater assessment and treatment. Basic analytical skills will be developed through laboratory analysis of wastewater and sludge samples.
Introduction - Sources and Quantities
Legislation and Controls
Sewerage Systems and Pre-Treatment
Sedimentation/Flotation
Fixed Film Processes
Principles of Biological Treatment
Suspended Growth Processes
Waste Stabilisation Ponds
Constructed Wetlands
Membrane Processes
Nutrient Removal
Odour Control
Sludge Production and Characteristics
Sludge Treatment and Disposal
To gain an understanding of the effects of wastewater discharges on the aquatic environment and to appreciate the environmental impacts of wastewater management.
To acquire an understanding of the fundamental scientific concepts and detailed technical understanding of the technologies required for domestic and industrial wastewater treatment.
To understand the principles involved in the design and selection of appropriate unit processes .
To be able to select and design appropriate wastewater treatment unit processes.
To be able to calculate design specifications for unit processes to treat wastewater of a particular quality to a particular standard.
To be proficient in a range of standard wastewater laboratory analytical methods and to be able to interpret the relevance of these in relation to environmental regulations.
| Graduate Skills Framework Applicable: | Yes |
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| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 10:30 | 10:30 | Laboratory report |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:15 | 1:15 | Exam |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | Lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 18 | 0:30 | 9:00 | Revision for exam |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 2 | 3:00 | 6:00 | Practical laboratory sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Practical laboratory sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 51:15 | 51:15 | Includes background reading and reading lecture notes for a full understanding of material |
| Total | 100:00 |
Knowledge and understanding are acquired primarily through the lecture classes, tutorials and laboratory practicals, with students expected to undertake self-directed learning by reading of technical journal papers, text books, legislation and the selective use of web sites. Laboratory (practical) classes provide a deeper understanding of the practical aspects of the unit processes, they also provide skills and experience that supports the design coursework of other modules, and how wastewater treatment plants achieve compliance to statutory regulations.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 75 | 1 | A | 50 | Unseen written exam. |
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | 1 | M | 50 | Laboratory report (approximately 1500 words). |
An examination is considered the most appropriate and efficient method to assess the range of Knowledge Outcomes in particular, but also includes assessment of the Skills Outcomes.
The laboratory report assesses the understanding of the practical elements of the module, as well as addressing the knowledge and practical skills outcomes.
Recommended to consider vaccination for Polio, Hepatitis A, Tetanus and Typhoid
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