Technologies in Environmental Protection - W 1400-215TSOS-W
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with biotechnological methods applied in environmental protection. Lectures will cover the use of microorganisms and plants in modern environmental technologies. Topics will include classical biological wastewater treatment systems for municipal effluents as well as passive treatment methods, including constructed wetlands.
Further topics will address the bioremediation of degraded soils (both agricultural and industrial), organic waste composting, biogas and biofuel production, the operation and environmental risks of waste landfills (including hazardous waste sites), and the application of biofilters in air purification. Special attention will be given to environmental process monitoring and performance evaluation.
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Learning outcomes
KNOWLEDGE – the graduate knows and understands:
K_W02 – advanced knowledge in selected areas of biotechnology of microorganisms and plants, including their application in environmental technologies.
K_W06 – ecological aspects of biotechnology, enabling recognition of relationships and interdependencies in nature.
K_W09 – knowledge of the implementation of technological processes from laboratory to industrial scale, including wastewater treatment, bioremediation, composting, and biofiltration.
K_W14 – knowledge of the application of quality management systems in environmental protection technologies.
SKILLS – the graduate is able to:
K_U01 – apply advanced research techniques relevant to environmental process monitoring and assessment.
K_U06 – collect empirical data from wastewater treatment systems and biotechnological processes, and interpret the results.
K_U07 – draw conclusions and formulate judgments based on data from environmental monitoring.
K_U15 – assess environmental risks associated with waste processing and wastewater treatment technologies, and propose effective mitigation measures.
SOCIAL COMPETENCES – the graduate is ready to:
K_K03 – demonstrate responsibility for individual and collaborative work on environmental projects.
K_K04 – use objective scientific sources and apply critical thinking when evaluating the effectiveness of environmental technologies.
K_K05 – demonstrate entrepreneurship and awareness of the professional role in planning and implementing environmental biotechnology solutions.
Assessment criteria
The exam evaluation criteria:
Receive at least 51% of total score from written examination composed from 4-6 descriptive questions
Practical placement
NO
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