Module Descriptors
DRINKING WATER TREATMENT
GEOG70415
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 7
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 0
Independent Study Hours: 150
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 30%
- ASSIGNMENT - SECOND ASSIGNMENT weighted at 30%
- ASSIGNMENT - THIRD ASSIGNMENT weighted at 40%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
2x written assignments @ 30% each (~1500 words)
[Outcomes 1-4,7]
[Outcomes 5,6,7]
1 written assignment @ 40% (~2500 words)
[Outcomes 1-7]
Pass criteria
Coherence and soundness in response. Good understanding of the subject matter, evidence of reading beyond the VLE study guide together with good use of relevant examples. Tasks competently completed.
See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook:
Sect. 8.7
Merit criteria
A very good awareness and understanding of the subject matter. Assignments are expressed cogently and lucidly. Work is of good quality, evidencing well-focussed observations and the addressing of all of the obvious key questions. Evidence of sound reading and a thorough critical analysis of the available literature
See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook:
Sect. 8.7
Distinction criteria
Originality and creativity in response. Accurate and thorough understanding of the subject matter, evidence of wide reading beyond the VLE study guide, excellent use of relevant examples. Tasks thoroughly and comprehensively completed.
See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook:
Sect. 8.7
[Outcomes 1-4,7]
[Outcomes 5,6,7]
1 written assignment @ 40% (~2500 words)
[Outcomes 1-7]
Pass criteria
Coherence and soundness in response. Good understanding of the subject matter, evidence of reading beyond the VLE study guide together with good use of relevant examples. Tasks competently completed.
See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook:
Sect. 8.7
Merit criteria
A very good awareness and understanding of the subject matter. Assignments are expressed cogently and lucidly. Work is of good quality, evidencing well-focussed observations and the addressing of all of the obvious key questions. Evidence of sound reading and a thorough critical analysis of the available literature
See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook:
Sect. 8.7
Distinction criteria
Originality and creativity in response. Accurate and thorough understanding of the subject matter, evidence of wide reading beyond the VLE study guide, excellent use of relevant examples. Tasks thoroughly and comprehensively completed.
See Criterion Referencing Guide in the Student Handbook:
Sect. 8.7
Module Resources
Course textbooks and learning materials - as supplied
Suitable computer that is able to access the WWW, the University server and Blackboard
Library facilities as necessary
Suitable computer that is able to access the WWW, the University server and Blackboard
Library facilities as necessary
Module Texts
Basic Water Treatment
Binnie, Kimber and Smethhurst. Thos. Telford 2002
Reference can also be made to:
Water Technology - An Introduction for Environmental Scientists and Engineers Gray. N.F. Arnold 1999
WWW-based Company web pages (various)
Principles of Water Quality Control. Tebbutt T.H.Y. 4th Ed. Pergamon 1992
Binnie, Kimber and Smethhurst. Thos. Telford 2002
Reference can also be made to:
Water Technology - An Introduction for Environmental Scientists and Engineers Gray. N.F. Arnold 1999
WWW-based Company web pages (various)
Principles of Water Quality Control. Tebbutt T.H.Y. 4th Ed. Pergamon 1992
Module Indicative Content
This module looks at the management of water as a resource. It covers the legislative and regulatory framework relating to the supply of drinking water and bottled water, and also private water supplies. It involves study of the nature and composition of raw waters together with the potential contaminants that may be present. Emphasis is placed upon the need for (and nature of testing for) good microbiological quality. It addresses raw water storage, screening, coagulation and flocculation, clarification/floatation processes, filtration and disinfection. Carbon filtration, membrane filtration, ion exchange and ozonation are also examined, along with plumbosolvency, fluoridation and radon contamination. The module covers water distribution and supply in both advanced and low-income environments.
Module Learning Strategies
Distributed learning using the Blackboard virtual learning environment
A 2/3-day workshop (based at the University) prior to undertaking the module
You will attend a workshop at which you will be introduced to the module content and themes, and learning resources. Over subsequent weeks, you will work through course material that provides a structure for reading key texts and papers, and specifying tasks that must be completed. This work will be undertaken on an individual basis, but at various points you will be expected to interact and share material with other students in your designated learning group.
A 2/3-day workshop (based at the University) prior to undertaking the module
You will attend a workshop at which you will be introduced to the module content and themes, and learning resources. Over subsequent weeks, you will work through course material that provides a structure for reading key texts and papers, and specifying tasks that must be completed. This work will be undertaken on an individual basis, but at various points you will be expected to interact and share material with other students in your designated learning group.