This online course will develop learners knowledge and understanding of drinking water quality control parameters and treatment methods, and of current and emerging treatment technologies for liquid and solid wastes.
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Level6
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Credits15
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Cost$780 NZ Domestic$1,987 NZ International
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EFTS0.125
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Delivery type2023Trimester 3 2023
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Teaching weeks 16 weeks
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Workload Approximately 10 hours per week
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Exam dates2023Trimester 1, 13 Jun 2023
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Prerequisites
If you need to discuss prerequisites for this course
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For more information watch the course introduction video below.
Learners who successfully complete this online course will be able to:
- Evaluate and apply drinking water standards and quality parameters.
- Understand and appraise the principles and practice of water treatment.
- Evaluate and apply waste water quality parameters.
- Evaluate wastewater and solid waste treatment and disposal methods.
- Critically evaluate environmental impact and Maori cultural values in relation to water supply and waste management.
Assessment:
- 50% internally assessed
- 50% examination.
For more information about exams, including a full list of exam times go to our exam page:
Assessment for this course includes an examination
Open Polytechnic will, subject to you meeting the entry requirements for this course/programme, enrol you in this course.
Your enrolment in the course means that you should expect to complete an in-person examination.
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Textbooks
No textbooks are required for this course
Computer and internet requirements
To complete this course you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.
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Work towards
You can do this course as part of these qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
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