ENVE3001: Water Supply and Management (2027 - Semester 1)
| Unit: | ENVE3001: Water Supply and Management (6 CP) |
| Mode: | Normal-Day |
| On Offer: | Yes |
| Level: | Senior |
| Faculty/School: | Faculty of Engineering |
| Unit Coordinator/s: |
Dr Montoya, Alejandro
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| Session options: | Semester 1 |
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| Campus: | Camperdown/Darlington |
| Pre-Requisites: | None. |
| Brief Handbook Description: | The content of this unit is designed to meet the learning objectives outlined by the Bachelor Honours (Environmental Engineering) stream. However, it is subject to change to align with evolving faculty requirements, accreditation standards, and the latest developments in the field. Any adjustments will be communicated promptly to ensure the faculty is well-informed and adequately prepared. Overview: This course provides a comprehensive approach to managing water quality, covering the fundamental principles of water treatment, water quality standards, and risk management for potable, recycled, and environmental water. It includes the study of physical, chemical, and microbiological processes involved in treating drinking water and wastewater, as well as engineered and natural treatment systems. The course also covers key engineering principles such as reactor theory, process kinetics, and systems modelling. Students will gain practical experience through group-based projects focused on real-world water management challenges, enhancing their ability to design, assess, and implement sustainable water treatment systems. Self-learning: To progress in the unit of study concepts, students are expected to spend at least 3-4 hours per week on self-learning outside the specified contact periods. Attendance: The lectures will be delivered face-to-face. During each class session, a significant amount of time will be dedicated to problem-solving activities individually and in groups. Upon finishing a module, students will gain a strong understanding of the theory supporting sustainability and be able to apply these principles in practical engineering situations. A problem-solving approach will give students the skills to conduct investigations independently and collaboratively. Students will receive feedback on their progress while working during these sessions. |
| Assumed Knowledge: | None. |
Learning outcomes are the key abilities and knowledge that will be assessed in this unit. They are listed according to the course goal supported by each. See Assessment Tab for details how each outcome is assessed.
Unassigned Outcomes2. Evaluate water quality risks, including contamination sources, and apply control measures for mitigation.
3. Design and assess water and wastewater treatment systems, incorporating treatment processes and reuse strategies.
4. Utilise reactor theory and commercial software to model and optimise treatment systems.
5. Collaborate effectively in teams to address complex water management challenges and create sustainable water systems.
| Assessment Description: |
The assessment is divided into 35% individual work, comprising a mid-semester quiz and a final exam held during the exam period. The remaining 65% focuses on group work, which includes a laboratory activity, a written report on assessing water treatment technologies, and a simulation project using Biowin simulation to design a wastewater treatment plant. The group work is intended to provide a structured investigation approach and enhance analytical skills relevant to other units. The breakdown is as follows: 1. Final exam (individual, written), 20% 2. Written quiz (individual), 15% 3. Laboratory activity (group), 15% 4. Technical written report (group), 25% 5. Simulation project (group), 25% |
| Recommended Reference/s: |
Note: References are provided for guidance purposes only. Students are advised to consult these books in the university library. Purchase is not required.
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Note that the "Weeks" referred to in this Schedule are those of the official university semester calendar https://web.timetable.usyd.edu.au/calendar.jsp
| Week | Description |
| Week 1 | Introduction to Water Quality and Standards |
| Week 2 | Risk Identification and Control |
| Week 3 | Overview of Water and Wastewater Treatment Systems |
| Week 4 | Physical Treatment Processes |
| Week 5 | Chemical Treatment Processes |
| Week 6 | Biological Treatment Processes |
| Week 7 | Reactor Theory and Process Kinetics |
| Week 8 | Water Reclamation and Reuse Systems |
| Week 9 | Simulating Sewage Treatment Plants 1 |
| Week 10 | Simulating Sewage Treatment Plants 1 |
| Week 11 | Circular economy & water recycling principles |
| Week 12 | Natural and Engineered Treatment Systems |
| Week 13 | Water recycling in practice |
Course Relations
The following is a list of courses which have added this Unit to their structure.
Course Goals
This unit contributes to the achievement of the following course goals:
| Attribute | Practiced | Assessed |
| Unit has not been assigned any attributes yet. | ||
These goals are selected from Engineering & IT Graduate Outcomes Table 2018 which defines overall goals for courses where this unit is primarily offered. See Engineering & IT Graduate Outcomes Table 2018 for details of the attributes and levels to be developed in the course as a whole. Percentage figures alongside each course goal provide a rough indication of their relative weighting in assessment for this unit. Note that not all goals are necessarily part of assessment. Some may be more about practice activity. See Learning outcomes for details of what is assessed in relation to each goal and Assessment for details of how the outcome is assessed. See Attributes for details of practice provided for each goal.
