WATR06009 2018 Water Sources, Abstraction and Quality

Explain the hydrological cycle and its relevance to a holistic approach to sustainable water supply.

Outline typical methods/approaches for the abstraction of raw water from groundwater and surface water sources, in addition to its regulation.

Demonstrate an understanding of the main infrastructure used for the transport, storage and distribution of water to domestic properties and businesses.

Define key characteristics (chemical, physical and microbiological) of satisfactory raw water quality, especially for the protection of human health.

Outline the importance of compliance with key legislation for the protection of drinking water quality, groundwater and surface water.

This module will be delivered using blended learning techniques. This will include online lectures (via adobe connect or similar), workshops and site visits augmented by independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to
address student-learning needs. A learning platform such as Moodle will be used to upload educational material (i.e. presentations and recordings of online lectures plus supplementary reading material) and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals). This blended approach (lectures and workshops) brings students together to facilitate group learning. 

This module is 40% continuous assessment and 60% final exam. 

The continuous assessment for the module is as follows:

Two MCQs at 10% each = 20%

Written assignment = 20%

Repeat continuous assessment and/or final exam.

The hydrological cycle.

An introduction to the concept of Drinking Water Safety Plans.

Abstraction of groundwater and surface water to provide a raw water supply.

Infrastructure used for water storage and distribution.

Managing water supply and demand.

Water Quality and human health.

Sources of water contamination at catchment level.

Legislation for the protection of drinking water quality and water sources.