The purpose of this course is to help individuals in the water sector to understand the importance of water parameters and their influence in the water quality systems they manage. Water quality refers to the chemical, physical or biological characteristics of water. Water quality is a measure of the condition of water relative to its’ impact on the end use. The most common standards used to assess water quality relate to health of ecosystems, safety of human contact and drinking water.
Curriculum
- 9 Sections
- 19 Lessons
- 52 Weeks
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- Section 1: Methods of sampling1 Item
- Section 2: Frequency of sampling1 Item
- Section 3: Field quality assurance1 Item
- Section 4: The sample collector1 Item
- Section 5: Prevention of sample contamination1 Item
- Section 6 : Quality assurance8 Items
- Section 7: Preparation for field trips4 Items
- Section 8: Water-quality parameters1 Item
- Section 9: Water Sampling Procedure1 Item
