Introduction to Environmental Engineering. 3 credits, 4 contact hours

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Prerequisites: CHEM 126 , MATH 112 , and PHYS 121 . To introduce students to the integrated science, engineering, design and management concepts of engineered environmental systems. The course will cover environmental regulations and standards, environmental parameters, mass balance and natural systems, water quality management, water and wastewater treatment, air pollution control, noise pollution, and solid and hazardous waste management. Background material and laboratories in the environmental sciences and management areas will be covered. Group term papers and presentations will be required.