ENVR09016 2013 WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Full Title
WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Transcript Title
WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Code
ENVR09016
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ENVR - Environmental Science
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
09 - Level 9
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
Author(s)
Frances Lucy, Margaret Savage, Ann-Marie Duddy
Programme Membership
SG_SENVP_O09 201400 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Science in Environmental Protection
SG_SENVP_M09 201300 Master of Science in Environmental Protection
SG_SWATE_S09 201400 Level 9 Certificate in Science
Description
This Module investigates the effects of anthropogenic activities on water resources and explores the various measures that are used to control water pollution problems (including the regulatory framework). Treatment processes at water and wastewater treatment plants are covered together with practical calculations for the design and operation of these plants.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Communicate the environmental impact of specific actions and/or discharging specified pollutants/pathogens to a selected waterbody.
2.
Describe and differentiate between the unit processes used within water and wastewater treatment plants and perform practical calculations relating to the design and operation of these systems
3.
Demonstrate an applied knowledge and understanding of salient areas of legislation related to water and wastewater quality, including the major obligations/provisions of the main Irish environmental Acts and S.Is.
4.
Describe and evaluate the usefulness of various water quality managment tools/measures used to protect water resources
5.
Scrutinise the roles of stakeholders involved in water resources
Module Assessment Strategies
The students will be exposed to a blend of learning activities e.g. on-line lectures (via Breeze), independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address various student learning needs. Moodle will be used to upload educational material (e.g. powerpoint presentations, recordings of on-line lectures and supplementary reading material) and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals).
Indicative Syllabus
- Hydrological cycle
- Characteristics of unpolluted/polluted water resources
- Sources and environmental impacts of a range of water pollutants
- Monitoring the quality of a range of freshwater resources
- Protecting freshwater resources
- Wastewater treatment processes (physical, chemical and biological)
- Sludge management.
- Legislation addressing water quality, discharge of effluents and pollution of a water body
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Multiple Choice (4 MCQ sessions @2.5% each) | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 10 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,5 |
| 2 | Short Answer Questions (Calculations) | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 10 % | Week 10 | 2 |
| 3 | Written Report | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 15 % | Week 12 | 1,3,4,5 |
| 4 | Presentation | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 15 % | Week 11 | 1,3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Part Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Directed Learning | Online | on-line lectures/manuals/assigned reading/summative and formative quizzes etc. | 6.53 | Weekly | 6.53 |
| Workshop / Seminar | Not Specified | (site visits/lectures/groupwork) | 18 | UNKNOWN | 18.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Researching, reading and reflecting | 112 | UNKNOWN | 112.00 |
Total Part Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 24.53 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Gray, N.F. 2010. Water Technology (3rd edition).Elsevier. Oxford
'Water Matters' www.wfdireland.ie
Manuals associated with this module
Other Resources
Adobe Connect – Live Lecture Room Software
IT Sligo Learn On-line Moodle Webpage
Current up to date web browser (e.g. Firefox, Chrome, Safari or Internet Explorer)
Additional Information
There are two workshops in this Module that participants are encouraged to attend.