Course Number and Title:
ENV 275 Applied Environmental Engineering Practices
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: GIS 101 and ENV 260 and CET 240 and ENV 271 and CET 236 or concurrent
Course Credits and Hours
4 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
3 lab hours/week
0 offsite lab hours
Course Description
This course applies foundational practices of both environmental and civil engineering toward the design of a livable community, incorporating low-impact and sustainable development concepts. Topics include: environmental site assessment; water and wastewater processes; stormwater best management practices; regulated waste recycling and handling; air quality and emissions; and wildlife habitat / ecology, field sampling; data acquisition, review, interpretation, and decision making; technical writing; project management; and team building.
Additional Materials
None
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Evaluate a selected property for recognized environmental conditions following industry standard practices. (CCC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PGC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7)
- Design applicable water/wastewater treatment systems to accommodate a hypothetical proposed scenario. (CCC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC: 1, 3, 4, 5, 7)
- Develop stormwater best management practices for a hypothetical proposed scenario that consider sustainability, sensitive species, and habitat/ecology. (CCC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC: 1, 3, 4, 5, 7)
- Consider waste generation and air quality issues related to construction and site development, and consider methods for reducing related adverse effects. (CCC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC: 1, 3, 5, 7)
- Indicate sensitive species and related key habitats/ecosystems that could be affected by a hypothetical proposed scenario. (CCC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Evaluate a selected property for recognized environmental conditions following industry standard practices.
- Apply American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International’s “Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessment: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process.”
- Assess historical and regulatory information pertinent to a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment from readily available resources, including federal and state regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and publicly available geographic information system (GIS) databases.
- Identify physical site features and other observations indicative of recognized environmental conditions.
- Interpret and evaluate information to identify recognized environmental conditions.
- Prepare a professional report documenting the findings of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, including appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
- Design applicable water/wastewater treatment systems to accommodate a hypothetical proposed scenario.
- Evaluate a hypothetical proposed scenario to determine wastewater collection and treatment requirements including anticipated wastewater flow and system capacity requirements; and influent characteristics and treatment efficiency requirements.
- Recognize and apply laws, regulations, standards, and guidance governing decision-making related to wastewater collection and treatment, including the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
- Select an appropriate wastewater collection and treatment system for a hypothetical proposed scenario, considering both centralized and decentralized systems, adherence to applicable laws, regulations, standards, and guidance, and community concerns.
- Prepare a professional report that presents the findings of the evaluation and provides recommendations for collecting and treating wastewater generated by a hypothetical proposed development.
- Develop stormwater best management practices for a hypothetical proposed scenario that consider sustainability, sensitive species, and habitat/ecology.
- Recognize and apply stormwater management laws, regulations, and standards, as applicable to a hypothetical proposed development.
- Calculate stormwater runoff volumes and peak flows using industry-standard techniques for pre- and post-development conditions.
- Utilize publicly available information, including GIS resources, to identify and evaluate site characteristics for conditions pertinent to stormwater management, including topography, soil types, and depth to groundwater.
- Prepare a professional report that presents the findings of the evaluation and provides a recommendation for appropriate stormwater BMPs for a hypothetical proposed development, considering sustainability, sensitive species, and habitat/ecology.
- Consider waste generation and air quality issues related to construction and site development, and consider methods for reducing related adverse effects.
- Explain the quantity and character of solid waste related.
- Recommend best management practices for waste handling, including reduction, re-use, and recycling, that adhere to applicable laws, regulations, standards, and guidance.
- Explain the quantity and character of air emissions related to site development and construction.
- Recommend methods for reducing air pollutants generated by site construction, particularly for Criteria Air Pollutants.
- Indicate sensitive species and related key habitats/ecosystems that could be affected by a hypothetical proposed scenario.
- Identify sensitive species and related key habitats/ecosystems at a site using readily available resources, including federal and state regulatory agencies and publicly available GIS databases.
- Recall laws, regulations, and standards guiding development to reduce impacts to sensitive species and key habitats.
- Predict the risk of sea level rise pertaining to site development.
- Perform field sampling and analysis to evaluate environmental characteristics related to habitat health.
- Distinguish sustainability, smart growth concepts, and best management practices to promote site design features that preserve and enhance habitats and ecosystems.
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.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure | Percentage of final grade |
Summative Assessments |
- 3-5 Milestone Reports, equally weighted
| 60% |
| 20% |
Formative Assessments |
The course will contain various formative assessments including but not limited to: - Assignments
- Readings and Questions
- Quizzes
- Labs
| 20% |
TOTAL | 100% |
Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
1. Apply technical knowledge, skills, and engineering principles in various civil and environmental engineering applications.
2. Conduct field and laboratory testing using industry-standard procedures.
3. Select and apply appropriate materials, technologies, and best practices for civil and environmental engineering projects.
4. Utilize engineering software, visual communication tools, and technical documentation to support diverse civil and environmental engineering activities.
5. Interpret and apply relevant industry regulations and standards to civil and environmental engineering applications.
6. Pursue industry-recognized certifications related to civil and environmental engineering technology.
7. Demonstrate professionalism and ethical responsibility while prioritizing safety, quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement in civil and environmental engineering practices.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
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