Learning outcome

After successfully completing the course, the candidate will have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence.

Knowledge

The candidate:

• Can explain the characteristics and quality of the various types of water sources, recipients and waste treatment methods together with the social considerations related to them
• Has knowledge of and is able to apply drinking water regulations and describe quality requirements for treated wastewater
• Is able to account for the various materials used for pipelines and equipment in the water supply and wastewater handling network
• Has knowledge of the amount of waste in the municipal sector, hazardous waste quantities in general and the construction and property sector’s waste problems
• Can explain the principles of waste treatment in accordance with current laws and regulations

Skills

The candidate:

• Is able to dimension and design water and wastewater pipes and evaluate the network system in a city
• Is able to design water and wastewater pipes and equipment with digital tools
• Is able to assess the key sizes or parameter values ​​for wastewater treatment plants
• Is able to explain the main principles of water supply and wastewater treatment
• Has the basis for being able to build and operate a water supply and sewerage network with appropriate equipment
• Is familiar with the public refuse service, its legal basis and treatment methods
• Is aware of the requirements for preparing a simple waste plan for the construction and property sector

General competence

The candidate:

• Has knowledge of the most important laws, regulations and directives related to the field of water supply, sewerage and sanitation/waste management
• Is able to describe the water and wastewater sector’s impacts on health, the environment and society
• Is able to place the water and wastewater sector in a broader sustainable perspective

Course Description

Water supply: Water use, water quality, transportation of water, design, material selection/ execution and management of the water supply in accordance with regulations.

Sewerage: Wastewater’s quantity and composition, drainage system construction and design, structural design, materials and execution.

Purification: Selection of process, mechanical, biological and chemical treatment and sewage sludge treatment.

Sanitation: Waste, treatment, pollution-related problems and regulatory requirements for municipal/public sector buildings, and the construction and real estate industry.

Regulatory requirements for the water supply and wastewater-handling sector through legislation, regulations and directives.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The course is taught through lectures and assignments, individual and work in groups. It includes an excursion to the municipal wastewater treatment facility.

In addition, the course includes a simple project in terms of a technical plan for water supply and wastewater-handling plan using digital tools. The project assignment is an obligatory group assignment and must be submitted before students will be permitted to sit the final examination.

Assessment Methods

The course grade will be based on:

Continuous assessment: Project assignment with a group grade (weighted 40%)

Final examination: Written examination with an individual grade (weighted 60%)

Students must receive a passing grade in the final examination in order to pass the course.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean