CHEN 445 - Introduction to Environmental Remediation

When Offered: F, S, SS

3 Credit(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hour(s)

The course introduces students to traditional and developmental methods for removal and detoxification of hazardous wastes at contaminated sites and from industrial waste streams. Chemical, thermal, biological and physical methods of remediation are covered. The course deals with hazardous wastes in soils, groundwater, surface water, wastewater ponds and tanks. The emphasis is on destruction, removal and containment methods using mathematical models for contaminate fate and transport. Recent advances in emerging technologies are also discussed. Each student will complete an environmental remediation design project.

Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in CHEN or consent of instructor.