6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL
Undergraduate - Unit
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Department of Civil Engineering
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Synopsis
This unit considers the quality and quantity aspects of water resources management. Tools and techniques appropriate for design and analysis of water resource systems are introduced, starting from a development of quantitative hydrologic modelling and extending to quantitative prediction of water quality transformations. The fundamental principles of water quantity and quality modelling are also applied within a framework that allows the assessment of water quality in various watercourses.
Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:
- Identify the major elements of the catchment water balance/cycle and explain their relationships with land-use and climate
- Evaluate the demand for water, amount of water available and reliability of supply
- Describe water quantity and quality management options
- Apply the fundamental principles of water quantity and quality modelling to assess water quality
- Assess the potential impacts of climate change on water resources management
Assessment
Continuous Assessment: 40%
Examination (2 hours): 60%
Students are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final examination component and an overall mark of 50% to achieve a pass grade in the unit. Students failing to achieve this requirement will be given a maximum of 45% in the unit.
Workload requirements
2 hours lectures, 2 hours practicals and 8 hours of private study per week.
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