ENV 260 Water/Wastewater Process Dsgn

This course covers the engineering principles and design criteria of basic environmental control processes; coagulation/flocculation basins; clarifiers; gravity filters; activated sludge systems; stabilization ponds; chemical treatment processes for disinfection, nitrate, and volatile organic compound (VOC) removal; advanced wastewater treatment processes for suspended solids; phosphate and nitrate removal; carbon absorption; and various wastewater reclamation processes.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: MAT 180 and (BIO 150 or concurrent) andCHM 110 and CET 125 and ENV 190

See Course Syllabus

Course Number and Title:

ENV 260 Water/Wastewater Process Dsgn

Campus Location

  • Stanton

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: MAT 180 and (BIO 150 or concurrent) andCHM 110 and CET 125 and ENV 190

Course Credits and Hours

4 credit(s)

2 lecture hours/week

2 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course covers the engineering principles and design criteria of basic environmental control processes; coagulation/flocculation basins; clarifiers; gravity filters; activated sludge systems; stabilization ponds; chemical treatment processes for disinfection, nitrate, and volatile organic compound (VOC) removal; advanced wastewater treatment processes for suspended solids; phosphate and nitrate removal; carbon absorption; and various wastewater reclamation processes.

Required Text(s)

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Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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