Characterization of water quality in natural systems, and
the human activities that result in contaminant input to these
systems will be discussed and studied in the class.
Engineering management
practices and methodologies, with particular emphases on TDML
(Total Daily Maximum Load) and WLA (Waste Load Allocation) approaches,
for minimizing contaminant inputs, and for restoring contaminated
waters will be main topics.
The physical, chemical, biological, and hydrological
characteristics of surface water system in junction to
water quality management issues will be reviewed.
Reaction kinetics and material balances will be investigated
for use in modeling contaminant movement in the environment.
Specific attention will be given to typical water quality problem
domains in stream and river systems, lake and reservoir systems.
Groundwater systems will be discussed if the time constraint permits.
Students are expected to have a good background in hydrology,
chemistry, physics, fluid mechanics and computer.
