ENVR09016 2019 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
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Ann-Marie Duddy, Frances Lucy, Margaret Savage
Programme Membership
SG_SENVP_O09 201900 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Environmental Protection
SG_SENVP_M09 201900 Master of Science in Environmental Protection
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 specified anthropogenic activities on selected waterbody types..
2.
Describe and differentiate between the impact of discharging specified pollutants to a waterbody.
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.I.s.
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
6.
Describe and differentiate between the unit processes used within water and wastewater treatment plants and perform practical calculations relating to the operation of these systems.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The students will be exposed to a blend of learning activities e.g. online lectures (via adobe connect or similar), 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 online lectures and supplementary reading material) and a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals). The online delivery may be blended with workshops to bring the learners together to facilitate group learning.
Module Assessment Strategies
The assignments encourage the learner to research, analyse, evaluate and and report on aspects of water resource management. The on-line MCQs are both formative and summative and will assist the learner to assess his/her own learning and encourage timely study during the semester.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat assessment, where relevant, will involve assignment, assessment or examination that provides evidence that the student has met the subject and topic learning outcomes to the required standard
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
- Water treatment Plants and unit processes
- Wastewater treatment plants and unit processes
- 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 | 2,3,4,6 |
| 2 | Written Report | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 40 % | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,6 |
Distance Learning Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop / Seminar | Not Specified | Site visits, lectures, practical | 15 | Once Per Semester | 1.00 |
| Directed Learning | Not Specified | Directed Learning | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self-study | 10 | Weekly | 10.00 |
Total Distance Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 1.00 Hours
Online Learning Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Not Specified | on-line/self study manuals | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Course Manuals
Gray, N.F. 2010. Water Technology (3rd edition).CRC Press London
Gray, N.F. 2017. Water Science Technology (4th edition).CRC Press London
Journal Resources
None
URL Resources
http//itsligo.learnonline.ie
www.epa.ie
http://www.wfdireland.ie/
www.catchments.ie
www.irishstatutebook.ie
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)
Access to broadband
Access to regional exam centres or Remote Proctoring Service
Additional Information
There is one two-day workshop in this Module that participants are encouraged to attend.