ENG3204

Water and wastewater ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

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Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: Overview of the various water and wastewater systems in an urban environment, functions and modes of operation of urban water and wastewater systems and influence of climate variability on urban requirements in terms of supply of potable water and disposal of wastewater. Examination of the water supply system, stormwater management system, sewerage system and the interface between these systems.

Objectives: To understand elements of urban water and wastewater management systems - their functions, modes of operation, and design standards. To acquire necessary skills to undertake engineering investigation and design of each of these elements and to integrate them to form urban water and wastewater infrastructure to facilitate sustainable urban catchment development and water resource utilisation.

Assessment: Examination: 50%; Group Assignments: 50%

Contact Hours: 24 lectures, 24 practice classes per semester

Prerequisites: ENG2207

Prohibitions: CIV3264