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ESM444

Industrial Wastes And Industrial Water Treatment

  • Sciences
  • 400 level
  • 2 credit units
  • 24 pages
  • 6 units

This course provides a comprehensive overview of industrial waste and industrial water treatment. It explores various water cooling systems, boiler water treatment methods, and industrial wastewater treatment techniques. The course also examines the sources and impacts of industrial wastes on the environment, along with effective handling, recycling, and treatment methods to minimize environmental pollution and health hazards.

About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
78 hours
Maths
Basic
Content
Theoretical, case study
Practical work
No
How it is assessed
  • Tutor Marked Assignments
  • Final Examination

One paragraph, so you can see how it reads

ESM444 · UNIT 1: WATER COOLING SYSTEMS

Water cooling systems are of two types: One type involves discharging water to a sewer and another type involves recirculation of water, that is, the cooling medium is reused and recycled.

What you should be able to do

  1. Identify and describe different types of water cooling systems used in industries.
  2. Explain the importance of boiler water treatment and apply various treatment methods.
  3. Describe the sources of industrial wastewaters and apply appropriate treatment techniques.
  4. Analyze the impact of industrial wastes on the environment and propose mitigation strategies.
  5. Apply waste management principles to minimize environmental pollution.
  6. Evaluate the effectiveness of recycling and biological reprocessing methods for waste reduction.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Waste Management Technician
  • Water Treatment Specialist
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainability Manager
Where it is applied
  • Manufacturing
  • Chemical Processing
  • Water Treatment Plants
  • Power Generation
  • Agriculture

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 2: Waste and Environmental Impact

    Unit 4: Industrial Wastes and Their Impact on the Environment

    Understanding the complex interactions between various industrial wastes and their specific impacts on different environmental components (water, air, soil) requires detailed knowledge of chemistry and ecology.

  • Module 3: Waste Recycling and Management

    Unit 6: Recycling of Wastes

    Comprehending the biological and chemical processes involved in composting and anaerobic digestion requires a solid foundation in microbiology and biochemistry.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Waste and Water Treatment
    • Unit 1: Water Cooling Systems · 2 hours

      Read the introduction to understand the types of recirculation water systems.. Describe closed recirculation water systems.. Identify applications of closed recirculation water systems.. List the advantages of closed recirculation water systems.. Solve Exercise 1.1 to test your understanding..

  2. Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Waste and Water Treatment
    • Unit 2: Boilers and Boiler Water Treatment · 2 hours

      Understand the use of boiler systems in industries.. Identify problems associated with boiler systems, such as scale formation and corrosion.. Describe different types of boiler water treatment methods, including oxygen scavengers and pH control.. Solve Exercise 1.1 to reinforce your understanding.. Review the conclusion and summary..

  3. Week 3Module 2: Waste and Environmental Impact
    • Unit 3: Industrial Wastewater Treatment · 2 hours

      Identify various sources of industrial wastewaters, including food industry and chemical industries.. Describe methods of industrial wastewater treatment, such as sedimentation and filtration.. Understand the removal of biodegradable organic matter using activated sludge or trickling filter.. Solve Exercise 1.1 to check your understanding.. Review the conclusion and summary..

  4. Week 4Module 2: Waste and Environmental Impact
    • Unit 4: Industrial Wastes and Their Impact on the Environment · 2 hours

      Define industrial waste and its sources.. Identify common industrial wastes, such as inorganic salts and detergents.. Analyze the impact of industrial waste on the environment, including water, air, and soil pollution.. Solve Exercise 1.1 to reinforce your understanding.. Review the conclusion and summary..

  5. Week 5Module 3: Waste Recycling and Management
    • Unit 5: Handling of Wastes and Treatment Methods · 2 hours

      Understand waste management practices, including collection, transportation, and disposal.. Describe different methods of waste disposal, such as integrated waste management and landfill.. Learn how to reduce wastes through reuse, repair, and designing refillable products.. Solve Exercise 1.1 to test your understanding.. Review the conclusion and summary..

  6. Week 6Module 3: Waste Recycling and Management
    • Unit 6: Recycling of Wastes · 2 hours

      Define recycling and its importance in waste management.. Identify wastes that can be recycled, including glass, paper, and metal.. Understand biological reprocessing of organic wastes through composting and digestion.. List the advantages of recycling, such as reducing pollution and saving energy.. Solve Exercise 1.1 to reinforce your understanding..

  7. Week 7Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Waste and Water Treatment
    • Unit 1: Water Cooling Systems · 2 hours

      Review Unit 1: Water Cooling Systems. Revise the main types of recirculation water systems.. Practice describing closed recirculation water systems and their applications.. Review the advantages of closed recirculation water systems..

  8. Week 8Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Waste and Water Treatment
    • Unit 2: Boilers and Boiler Water Treatment · 2 hours

      Review Unit 2: Boilers and Boiler Water Treatment. Revise the use of boiler systems in industries.. Practice identifying problems associated with boiler systems.. Review different types of boiler water treatment methods..

  9. Week 9Module 2: Waste and Environmental Impact
    • Unit 3: Industrial Wastewater Treatment · 2 hours

      Review Unit 3: Industrial Wastewater Treatment. Revise the sources of industrial wastewaters.. Practice describing methods of industrial wastewater treatment.. Review the removal of biodegradable organic matter using activated sludge or trickling filter..

  10. Week 10Module 2: Waste and Environmental Impact
    • Unit 4: Industrial Wastes and Their Impact on the Environment · 2 hours

      Review Unit 4: Industrial Wastes and Their Impact on the Environment. Revise the definition of industrial waste and its sources.. Practice identifying common industrial wastes.. Review the impact of industrial waste on the environment..

  11. Week 11Module 3: Waste Recycling and Management
    • Unit 5: Handling of Wastes and Treatment Methods · 2 hours

      Review Unit 5: Handling of Wastes and Treatment Methods. Revise waste management practices.. Practice describing different methods of waste disposal.. Review how to reduce wastes..

  12. Week 12Module 3: Waste Recycling and Management
    • Unit 6: Recycling of Wastes · 2 hours

      Review Unit 6: Recycling of Wastes. Revise the definition of recycling.. Practice identifying wastes that can be recycled.. Review biological reprocessing of organic wastes and the advantages of recycling..

  13. Week 13Comprehensive Review
    • Final Revision and Exam Preparation · 4 hours

      Complete all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs).. Review all units and exercises.. Prepare for the final examination by focusing on key concepts and treatment methods..

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions, processes, and treatment methods.
  • Practice applying different wastewater treatment methods to specific industrial scenarios.
  • Develop concept maps linking sources of industrial waste to their environmental impacts.
  • Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and identify areas needing further study.
  • Allocate specific study time for each unit, prioritizing more challenging topics.
  • Form study groups to discuss complex concepts and treatment strategies.

Questions students ask about this course

What is ESM444 about?

This course provides a comprehensive overview of industrial waste and industrial water treatment. It explores various water cooling systems, boiler water treatment methods, and industrial wastewater treatment techniques. The course also examines the sources and impacts of industrial wastes on the environment, along with effective handling, recycling, and treatment methods to minimize environmental pollution and health hazards.

How many units does ESM444 have?

ESM444, Industrial Wastes And Industrial Water Treatment, has 6 units across 1 module, over 24 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is ESM444?

ESM444 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Sciences.

Is ESM444 hard?

ESM444 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.

How long does ESM444 take to study?

About 78 hours of study, spread across its 6 units.

How is ESM444 assessed?

ESM444 is assessed by Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.

What can I do with ESM444?

Environmental Engineer, Waste Management Technician, Water Treatment Specialist, Environmental Consultant and Sustainability Manager.

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