Characterization of water quality in natural ambient
systems in micro-, meso- and macro-scales, and human
activities that result in various types of contaminant
input to these systems will be discussed and studied
in the class. Subsequent engineering management practices
and methodologies, and water quality-related laws
and regularions, with particular emphases on TMDL
(Total Maximum Daily Load) and WLA (Waste Load Allocation)
approaches, for minimizing contaminant inputs, and
for restoring water quality will be the main topics.
The physical, chemical, biological, and hydrological
characteristics of surface water system in junction
to water quality management issues will be discussed in
the class. 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.
Water Quality in groundwater systems would be discussed
if the time permits.
Students are expected to have stable background knowledge
in hydrology, chemistry, physics, fluid mechanics and computer.
