Urban Water Issues
Description
The 10-module course examines a wide range of water issues in the urban environment, including water supply challenges, unsafe drinking water, water pollution, overconsumption of water resources, inadequate wastewater treatment, and degradation of urban streams and rivers. Course content covers conventional approaches to urban water management, along with new thinking and emerging approaches to address pressing water-related issues.
Sustainable strategies, based on the view of urban water infrastructure and services as a socio-technical system and the goal of a circular water economy, are emphasized. The need to transition towards sustainable urban water management is vital and pressing due to environmental concerns, social equity, increasing urbanization, and climate change. The context of the course is primarily North America, with additional material and perspectives drawn from other parts of the world. Course format consists of weekly readings, videos, asynchronous online discussions, synchronous webinars, and written assignments to explore key topics.
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
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Overview
- Institution: University of Toronto
- Level: University
- Language: English
- Course Code: 3744
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.