Teaching Methodologies
The teaching methods will be based on theoretical-practical explanation through oral presentation with the support of audiovisual means, practical application with exercises and simulated practice.
Theoretical-practical evaluation – 60%
Practical evaluation (works and exercises in class) – 40%
Minimum grades of 9.5 in each of the matrices
Exam assessment according to academic regulations
Learning Results
KNOWLEDGE:
Waste water treatment methods and the regime for the design, installation and operation of public systems
Analytical effluent monitoring systems
Recreational water monitoring and treatment systems
Waterborne diseases, especially legionella
SKILLS
Interpret the analytical component of water for recreational purposes;
identify and characterize the origin, composition and characteristics of wastewater; interpret the analytical
component of wastewater;
Understand wastewater treatment methods and the design, installation and operation of public systems
COMPETENCES
Develop and implement water surveillance and control programs for recreational purposes, namely maritime and river bathing waters, swimming pools and water parks;
Plan and implement cyanobacteria monitoring and control programs
Develop and implement programs for the control and prevention of legionella.
Program
WATER FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES
• marine bathing waters
• river bathing waters
• swimming pool waters
• water amusement parks
• water quality surveillance program
• analytical component
RESIDUAL WATERS
• origin, composition and characteristics
• analytical component
• urban wastewater treatment methods
• industrial wastewater treatment methods
• urban and industrial wastewater treatment plants
• regime for the design, installation and operation of public and building systems for water distribution and wastewater drainage
CYANOBACTERIA
• definition; characterization and identification of the main potentially toxic genera
• risks to health and environment
• surface and bathing water origin
LEGIONNAIRES’ DISEASE
• factors for the appearance of legionella
• risks to health and environment
• legionella control and prevention programs
Internship(s)
NAO
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