SCDE6206 – DE6206 Waste and Waste Management
Module code
SCDE6206
Module title
DE6206 Waste and Waste Management
Prescription
To develop knowledge and understanding of drinking water quality control parameters and
treatment methods, and of current and emerging treatment technologies for liquid and solid
wastes.
Programmes
- SC1101
NZQA Level
Level 6
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 90
- Self directed hours
- 60
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- On successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Evaluate and apply drinking water standards and quality parameters.
2. Understand and appraise the principles and practice of water treatment.
3. Evaluate and apply waste water quality parameters.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of wastewater- and solid waste treatment and disposal
methods.
5. Critically evaluate environmental impact and Maori cultural values in relation to water
supply and waste management.
