Management of Water Quality

This course focuses on the principles and techniques used to monitor, assess, and manage the quality of water in natural and engineered systems. The course covers topics such as water pollution, water treatment processes, regulatory standards, and watershed management. Students will explore the sources and effects of contaminants in water, as well as the strategies for ensuring safe and sustainable water quality. The course emphasizes the role of water quality management in protecting public health and the environment.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Understanding Water Quality Principles: Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key physical, chemical, and biological parameters that define water quality, and how these factors influence the health of aquatic ecosystems and human populations.
• Exploring Water Pollution Sources and Impacts: Learn about the sources of water pollution, including industrial, agricultural, and urban runoff, and their effects on water bodies, ecosystems, and public health.
• Applying Water Treatment and Management Techniques: Gain proficiency in the principles and methods used to treat water for different uses, including drinking water treatment, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management, as well as the technologies used to remove contaminants.
• Ensuring Compliance with Water Quality Standards and Regulations: Develop skills in assessing water quality data, applying water quality regulations and standards (such as the Clean Water Act), and implementing strategies for watershed management and pollution control.

These outcomes aim to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to manage water quality in natural and engineered environments. The course prepares students for careers in environmental management, water resource management, public health, and environmental regulation, equipping them with the tools to protect water resources and ensure compliance with water quality standards.