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Introduction To Water Resources Management

This course introduces the fundamental principles of water resources management. It explores the concept of water emergency, examining the factors that contribute to water scarcity and contamination. The course covers water treatment processes, quality assessment routines, and health and safety considerations in water treatment facilities. It also delves into the socio-political and legal aspects of water supply, water security, and the importance of sustainable water resource management for public health and environmental protection.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Water ResourcesWater ManagementWater TreatmentWater QualityWater Security

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Water Emergency

2

Water Scarcity

3

Water Security

4

Water Treatment Processes

5

Water Quality Assessment

6

Health Hazards in Water Treatment

7

Underground Water and Aquifers

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Environmental Health Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Water Quality Analyst

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Water Treatment Plant Operator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Environmental Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Water Treatment PlantsEnvironmental AgenciesPublic Health OrganizationsAgricultural Sector

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: What is water emergency

6h

Unit 1: Water Emergency

3 study hours
  • •Define water emergency and identify factors contributing to it.
  • •Differentiate between physical and economic water scarcity.
  • •Analyze case studies of water scarcity in India, Kenya, and Bangladesh.

Unit 2: Socio-political and legal issues related to water supply

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the role of water as a critical resource.
  • •Examine socio-political causes of water scarcity.
  • •Analyze the impact of globalization on water resources.
Week
2

Module 1: What is water emergency

4h

Unit 3: Water security

4 study hours
  • •Define water security and its importance for sustainable development.
  • •Identify threats to water security, including water scarcity and environmental threats.
  • •Analyze international competition over water resources with examples from Turkey, China, and Australia.
Week
3

Module 2: Water Treatment Processes and Techniques

4h

Unit 1: Water treatment

4 study hours
  • •Explain the water treatment process, including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection.
  • •Discuss the importance of pH correction and fluoridation.
  • •Describe the municipal/urban water treatment systems, including screening, sedimentation, precipitation, filtration, adsorption, and disinfection.
Week
4

Module 2: Water Treatment Processes and Techniques

4h

Unit 2: Municipal and urban water treatment systems

4 study hours
  • •Describe the treatment for drinking water production.
  • •Explain the processes involved in municipal/urban water treatment systems.
  • •Discuss the importance of water quality standards.
Week
5

Module 2: Water Treatment Processes and Techniques

4h

Unit 3: Measurement of water yield

4 study hours
  • •Define water yield and its importance.
  • •Discuss the Turc method for measuring water yield.
  • •Explain the limitations of the Turc method and potential modifications.
Week
6

Module 2: Water Treatment Processes and Techniques

4h

Unit 4: Water catchment and levels in the soil

4 study hours
  • •Describe water catchment areas and their protective zones (Zone I, Zone II, Zone III).
  • •Explain the importance of each zone in protecting water resources.
  • •Discuss the limitations and protective measures for each zone.
Week
7

Module 3: Water quality assessment routine

4h

Unit 1: Drainage pattern and catchment mapping

4 study hours
  • •Explain drainage patterns and catchment mapping.
  • •Discuss the importance of drainage basins for geopolitical boundaries, hydrology, geomorphology, ecology, and resource management.
  • •Describe river catchments and factors influencing flooding.
Week
8

Module 3: Water quality assessment routine

4h

Unit 2: Water quality survey

4 study hours
  • •Explain water quality surveys and their importance.
  • •Discuss environmental water quality and its standards.
  • •Describe sample measurement and collection techniques.
Week
9

Module 3: Water quality assessment routine

4h

Unit 3: Analysis of bio data relating to H2O

4 study hours
  • •Define biodata and its relevance to water quality analysis.
  • •Explain the importance of water quality analysis for various uses.
  • •Discuss procedures for water quality analysis, including parameter selection, method selection, chain-of-custody, proper sampling, proper labeling, and preservation.
Week
10

Module 4: Health and safety in water treatment

4h

Unit 1: Health hazards associated with water treatment

4 study hours
  • •Explain the hazards associated with water treatment plants.
  • •List and explain sources of these hazards, including biological, chemical, and metal exposures.
  • •Discuss disease routes and ways of improving safety in water treatment plants.
Week
11

Module 4: Health and safety in water treatment

4h

Unit 2: Underground water and aquifers

4 study hours
  • •Explain the terms underground water and aquifers.
  • •Discuss the relationship between underground water and rock types.
  • •Describe the characteristics of aquifers and threats to aquifers.
Week
12

Final Revision

6h

Revision and TMA Preparation

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs).
  • •Prepare for final examinations.
Week
13

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision and Exam Preparation

6 study hours
  • •Complete all outstanding assignments.
  • •Focus on areas of weakness identified during the course.
  • •Final preparation for examinations.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all study units and focus on key concepts and definitions.

2

Practice solving problems related to water treatment processes and calculations.

3

Create concept maps linking different modules and units.

4

Pay special attention to case studies and examples discussed in the course.

5

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

6

Allocate sufficient time for revision and practice before the examination.

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