The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
Decide between various wastewater treatment systems for differing problems given space, economic, and environmental constraints.
Design the various components of active and passive wastewater treatment plants.
Communicate professional decisions to specialist and/or non-specialist audiences.
Interpret components of the water treatment chain and explain the chemical processes for water hardness removal.
Assess the components of advanced secondary wastewater treatment and energy recovery processes and explain the biological processes for the anaerobic treatment of sludge.
Determine potential quantities of recycled wastewater and recovered biosolids based on designs of secondary wastewater treatment plant.
Design of a secondary wastewater treatment plant for a mid-size city
Short quizzes to assess learning throughout semester covering all topics
Summative exam inclusive of all content covered in the semester
