Module Descriptors
WATER MANAGEMENT
GEOG50309
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 5
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 50%
- REPORT weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Resources
Teaching room with PC, LCP, Internet access. Access to Learning Resource Centre. Access to suitable workplace for investigation, although the College may be used for this.
Module Texts
Brouwer, R. and Pearce, D. (Editors)(2008) Cost-Benefit Analysis and Water Resources Management. Edward Elgar
Figueres, C. Rockstrom, J. Tortajada ,C. (Editors)(2003) Rethinking Water Management
Innovative Approaches to Contemporary Issues
Westcoat Jr, J. (2003) Water for Life: Water Management and Environmental Policy (Cambridge Studies in Environmental Policy). Cambridge University Press
Kinkade-Levario , H. (2007) Design for Water: Rainwater Harvesting, Stormwater Catchment, and Alternate Water Reuse. New Society, Canada
Figueres, C. Rockstrom, J. Tortajada ,C. (Editors)(2003) Rethinking Water Management
Innovative Approaches to Contemporary Issues
Westcoat Jr, J. (2003) Water for Life: Water Management and Environmental Policy (Cambridge Studies in Environmental Policy). Cambridge University Press
Kinkade-Levario , H. (2007) Design for Water: Rainwater Harvesting, Stormwater Catchment, and Alternate Water Reuse. New Society, Canada
Module Indicative Content
This module examines the importance of water management within organisations and its relationship to sustainable development. The lecture programme will examine the main threats to the hydrological cycle ¿ oil, agricultural and industrial pollution; water abstraction. Principles of best practice with respect to water management will be discussed and the extent to which these practices relate to conservation of resources and the risk of pollution will be considered.. Options available for effective water management in terms of reviewing water consumption and implementing water efficiency measures will be evaluated.
Module Additional Assessment Details
A REPORT (1500-1750 words) weighted 50% A PORTFOLIO weighted at 50%
A Management Briefing Report (1500-1750 words) on the potential impact and challenges for sustainable water management (in the light of climate change) as related to the workplace/placement. (LOs 1,2,3)
Coursework : A portfolio of (typically) four work sheets- each involving reporting on various water management issues.(LOs 1,2,3,4)
Students will be provided with formative assessment within tutorials and throughout the module in terms of reviewing assignment plans, questioning, discussion, group work.
A Management Briefing Report (1500-1750 words) on the potential impact and challenges for sustainable water management (in the light of climate change) as related to the workplace/placement. (LOs 1,2,3)
Coursework : A portfolio of (typically) four work sheets- each involving reporting on various water management issues.(LOs 1,2,3,4)
Students will be provided with formative assessment within tutorials and throughout the module in terms of reviewing assignment plans, questioning, discussion, group work.
Module Learning Strategies
The module will be delivered through a combination of :
1A) Strategy A (2 year accelerated part-time route): 2 days intensive workshops (14 hours) plus 10 week period of follow-up study of distance learning VLE activities (10 hours) plus guided work-based learning and academic enquiry.
OR
1B) Strategy B (3 year part-time mode):12 weekly 2 hour classes that will combine on a flexible basis, lectures with group discussion, workshop exercises
2) Directed independent learning (56 hours) through observation in the workplace and guided reading from core texts and internet materials about organisational activities, their impacts and the role of environmental management. Plus 35 hours of preparation and production for each assessment.
1A) Strategy A (2 year accelerated part-time route): 2 days intensive workshops (14 hours) plus 10 week period of follow-up study of distance learning VLE activities (10 hours) plus guided work-based learning and academic enquiry.
OR
1B) Strategy B (3 year part-time mode):12 weekly 2 hour classes that will combine on a flexible basis, lectures with group discussion, workshop exercises
2) Directed independent learning (56 hours) through observation in the workplace and guided reading from core texts and internet materials about organisational activities, their impacts and the role of environmental management. Plus 35 hours of preparation and production for each assessment.