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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2020 - 2021
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Description If we are to have good water quality in our rivers and streams, and in our coastal waters, we must understand how water moves through the environment. This module is a practical module which enables students to explore water and water quality in catchments, both in the field and using GIS. Within groups, students will explore the threats to water quality in a particular catchment, and will add their own data to a database within the GIS. Students will be expected to engage in the module and in fieldwork. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Identify and classify threats to water quality in Irish catchments 2. Predict the effects of point and diffuse pollutants on a variety of Irish catchments 3. Gather, manipulate and analyse environmental datasets from both online sources and field-gathered data 4. Evaluate the importance of different datasets for water quality monitoring 5. Effectively communicate results through maps and a report | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities GIS datasetsGIS datasets - vector and rasterDischarge in rivers and streamsQuantifying discharge in rivers and streamsEffect of rainfall eventsMeasuring the effect of rainfall events on different catchments | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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