Water and Waste Management Engineering

What You Will Learn

• 1 Learn the fundamental concepts of water resources, the hydrologic cycle, and the role of engineering in water and waste management.
• 2 Understand key water quality parameters and the regulatory frameworks that govern drinking water, surface water, and wastewater discharges.
• 3 Explore the design and operation of water supply systems, including intake structures, pumping stations, storage reservoirs, and distribution networks.
• 4 Analyze conventional and advanced water treatment processes, from coagulation and filtration to membrane systems and disinfection.
• 5 Learn about wastewater collection systems, sewer hydraulics, and the infrastructure needed to convey sewage to treatment facilities.
• 6 Understand biological and physicochemical wastewater treatment technologies, including activated sludge, biofilm systems, and nutrient removal.
• 7 Examine sludge treatment, thickening, dewatering, and safe disposal methods that minimize environmental impact.
• 8 Develop skills in industrial wastewater characterization and treatment design for diverse sectors such as food processing, textiles, and chemicals.
• 9 Apply stormwater management principles, including green infrastructure, flood control, and the design of sustainable drainage systems.
• 10 Discover strategies for water reuse, recycling, and resource recovery that promote a circular economy in the water sector.
• 11 Evaluate environmental impact assessment methods and sustainability metrics for water infrastructure projects.
• 12 Investigate emerging technologies such as smart sensors, real-time monitoring, and data-driven optimization in water networks.