ENSC 2243 - Instrumentation, Sampling and Analysis Water Quality

Description
Water sampling, field analysis, preservation and transport to the laboratory for quality assurance is emphasized. Laboratory instrumentation analysis using spectrographic and titrimetric methods along with quality control is stressed. Two hours lecture and two hours lab weekly. A college level biology or chemistry course is recommended.

Pre-Requisite
NONE Note: Highly recommended: Previous coursework in university-level chemistry or geology.

3 Credit Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Spring

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will:

Describe in detail techniques for collection and process of water samples and chemical analyses.
Develop an environmental based project using GIS (Global Information Systems) for collection of water and wastewater samples.
Collect, organize, analyze, interpret, and present sampling data in conjunction with preparation of formal laboratory reports using a computer.

Standard Practices

Water quality labs for the following:
Acidity, alkalinity, bromine, carbon dioxide, chloride, chromium, conductivity, Copper, fluoride, hardness, iodide, iron, manganese, nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, Dissolved oxygen, pH-electrode, phosphorus, silica, sodium chromate, Sulfate, sulfide, suspended solids, turbidity.

Forms of Assessment: None