Program
Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Specialized treatment methods for industrial effluents, focusing on hazardous waste reduction and recycling.
About this course
This course examines the unique challenges of treating wastewater generated by industrial facilities. You will learn to identify hazardous contaminants and apply specialized treatment methods to reduce waste and enable water recycling. The curriculum covers chemical, physical, and biological processes designed to meet strict environmental regulatory frameworks before discharge or reuse.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Evaluate industrial effluent characteristics and their impact on municipal treatment systems.
- Design pretreatment protocols for hazardous waste streams to meet regulatory discharge limits.
- Apply advanced filtration and chemical precipitation techniques for water recycling.
- Develop site-specific waste reduction plans that balance environmental compliance and operational cost.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Laboratory reports and technical memos | 30 |
| Mid-term examination | 25 |
| Industrial site assessment project | 25 |
| Final examination | 20 |