Application of selected instrumental techniques in environmental analysis 0600-PS-AOS-SZM

Lecture:
Determination of cations and anions;
Isotachophoresis and ion chromatography;
Summary parameters and their determination (methods review);
Sludge management - composts;
The processes of biological treatment of domestic and industrial sewage sludge;
Samples preparation for laboratory exercises;
Field sampling methods and samples analysis.

The place and role of ecoanalytics in modern chemistry. Water, wastewater, soil and sewage sludge analythics. Sampling methods and sample preparation for analysis. Mineralization, extraction. Theoretical background of chosen methods, qualitative and quantitative analysis, apparatus and work technique. Electromigration techniques: isotachophoresis (ITP) and capillary zone electrophoresis (CZE). Ion chromatography (IC). Elemental analysis: total organic carbon (TOC). Spectroscopic methods: UV-VIS spectrophotometry and atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). Sampling and sample preparation for analysis. Anthropopressure and the ecosystems of natural waters and soils. Self-purification processes in situ supporting methods, an example. Methods for efficient use of water and soil resources. Modern systems for urban and rural sewage treatment plants. Nitrification, denitrification and dephosphatation in modern municipal sewage treatment plants. Experimental optimization of selected treatment processes. Removal of refractory and xenobiotics from wastewater. Obtaining a high quality
of water purity. Methanogenesis and control process of excess sludge anaerobic treatment. Sewage sludge composting. Chemicalization Problems connected with the intensification of agricultural crops and forests. Protection of waters and soils peculiarity in urban areas. Comprehensive planning as a tool for environmental management. Control systems
for environmental exploitation.

Laboratory classes:
Capillary isotachophoresis (ITP/CE) and ion chromatography (IC) anions and cations analysis;
The parameters and their determination (TOC, BOD, COD, ect.) in water, wastewater and the sludge.

Total student workload

Number of lecture hours- 12 h Number of laboratory classes hours- 20 h

Learning outcomes - knowledge

W1: Knows structure and principles of basic techniques and instruments in methods applied in environmental protection and control W2: Knows definitione and range of the environmental monitoring W3: Knows the parameters of quality of water, soils and air W4: Knows the methods of sampling, sample preparation and final analysis of the environmental samples

Learning outcomes - skills

U1: Can identify problems and solve it U2: Can plan an experiment, observe and infer results U3: Can learn alone U4: can properly use the basic laboratory equipment

Learning outcomes - social competencies

K1: Can work independently and effectively with a large amount of information K2: Thinks creatively about improving existing or developing new approaches K3: Is geared towards the constant acquisition of new knowledge, skills and experience; sees the need for continuous improvement and enhancing professional expertise; is aware of the limitations of his/her own knowledge and understands the need for ongoing education

Teaching methods

- lectures as a multimedia presentations; - one by one and on-line consultations (distance learning); - laboratory exercises instructions prepared based on the information giving during the lectures are useful and required at the laboratory; - individual work with the apparatus and advanced analytical equipment under the teacher supervision; In addition, for all students are prepared printed materials and laboratory instructions.

Type of course

compulsory course

Prerequisites

The graduates of natural sciences and life sciences area

Course coordinators

Myroslav Sprynskyy

Learning outcomes

1. identifies and distinguish between issues related to the classes topic;
2. are able to find and use the required literature in English and Polish;
3. are using, applying and explaining the subject terminology related
to the study issues (not using laboratory slang) in English
and its counterparts in Polish;
4. are applying in practice the theoretical knowledge how to operate
by the apparatus and small laboratory equipment in a correct and proper way as well. Making self measurements based on the knowledge he/she gained;
5. preparing their own preparations for analysis, creating analytical procedures and standard procedures;
6. independently examines, interprets and calculates the results obtained
in the laboratory. Applying the appropriate analytical procedures. Preparing writing research reports and notes, which may be the useful for issuing
the scientific publications;
7. compares, explains and describes obtained results in comparison with the available standards and literature. Predicting behavior and probable scenarios in the laboratory during sample preparation as well as the same study (e.g. principles of health and safety in the workplace).

Assessment criteria

The pass mark class is attendance at lectures and active participation, knowledge of analytical procedures is required for proper implementation
of the exercise-laboratory analysis.
Course assessment is based on the frequency and participation in the classes as well as receiving a positive evaluation at an oral, final exam.

Practical placement

not provided

Bibliography

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4. J. Namieśnik (red. nauk), Metody instrumentalne w kontroli zanieczyszczeń środowiska, WNT Warszawa, 1998;
5. Praca zbiorowa, Nowe horyzonty i wyzwania w analityce
i monitoringu środowiskowy, CEEAM Gdańsk 2003
6. Praca zbiorowa, Nowoczesne techniki analityczne, WPW Warszawa 2006
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19. T.L. Wierzbicki: Technologia wody i ścieków, Wydawnictwo PB, Białystok 1996;
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J. Zerbe: Fizyczno-chemiczne badanie wody i ścieków, Arkady, Warszawa 1999.

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