Program Overview

Freshwater Monitoring Programme Design

Course Fact File

Outline

This module works through the step-by-step process of designing a monitoring programme in relation to different monitoring objectives in different water bodies. An emphasis is placed on good practice to ensure reliable data are generated. Approaches to the selection of monitoring stations, monitoring methods, and water quality parameters are considered. The need for a basic understanding of the hydrology of the water bodies is emphasized to optimize the frequency and location of sample collection.

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

• Outline the principle steps of a freshwater quality monitoring programme
• Identify examples of common water quality monitoring programme objectives and suggest key activities required to meet those objectives
• Identify the key hydrological information required when monitoring rivers, lakes, and groundwaters
• Select different approaches to monitoring water quality using field and laboratory techniques in relation to specific monitoring programme objectives
• Select monitoring sites for different scales of monitoring programmes in rivers, lakes, and groundwater

Additional Teaching Mode Information

• 36hr(s) Directed Study (Online self-directed learning)
• 12hr(s) Directed Study (Online moderated activities)
• 12 x 1hr(s) Directed Study (Reading)

Practicalities

• Total Marks: 100
• Continuous Assessment: 100 marks (2 x MCQ tests, 50 marks each)

Requirements

• As for the Postgraduate Diploma in Freshwater Quality Monitoring and Assessment: a BSc in Environmental Science or similar subject; or a relevant professional qualification; or a portfolio of work and experience in the area of water quality monitoring
• Candidates who do not hold a BSc will be judged on a case-by-case basis as to their suitability for the module, subject to the approval of the College of Science, Engineering and Food Science
• Candidates for whom English is not their primary language should possess an IELTS of 6.5 (or TOEFL equivalent) with no less than 6.0 in each individual category

Fees and Costs

• The fee for this module is €400 (€800 for Non-EU applicants)
• Applicants from low-income countries that are part of the GEMS/Water programme should contact the relevant department for information about fee concessions

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