Subject
New materials in environmental remediation
Description and contextualization of the subject
This course allows students to delve into the nexus between materials and technologies used in environmental remediation, focusing on those used to combat soil, water and air pollution. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students will delve into various remediation techniques, materials, and real-world case studies.The primary goal is to promote a deep understanding of the critical role that materials play in promoting environmental sustainability and facilitating ecosystem restoration.
Ranging from exploring cutting-edge advances in nanomaterials to improving traditional soil amendments, participants will gain a nuanced understanding of how various materials work to address environmental challenges. Emphasizing practical applications, the course equips students with the knowledge to critically evaluate and implement remediation strategies.
Upon completion of the course, participants will gain a holistic understanding of the dynamic interaction between materials and environmental remediation, prepared to contribute significantly to the pressing global imperative of restoring and preserving the ecological balance of our planet.
Training activities
| Name | Hours | Percentage of classroom teaching |
|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 50.0 | 80 % |
| Presentation of projects | 15.0 | 80 % |
| Student's personal work and/or groupwork | 20.0 | 80 % |
| Visitas de campo | 15.0 | 80 % |
Assessment systems
| Name | Minimum weighting | Maximum weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Final examen | 20.0 % | 40.0 % |
| Group work | 20.0 % | 40.0 % |
| Individual work | 10.0 % | 20.0 % |
Learning outcomes of the subject
Comprensión integral de los materiales utilizados en la remediación ambiental.Conocimiento de las principales técnicas de remediación de suelos contaminados.
Comprensión de las estrategias de remediación de aguas subterráneas.
Competencia en el control de la contaminación del aire y del agua.
Temary
1. Introducción a los Materiales en la Remediación Ambiental.2. Descripción General de los Principales Contaminantes Ambientales.
3. Materiales para la Remediación de Suelos.
4. Materiales para la Remediación de Aguas Subterráneas.
5. Materiales para el Control de la Contaminación del Aire.
6. Materiales para el Control de la Contaminación del Agua.
7. Materiales Avanzados para la Remediación.
8. Materiales Sostenibles en Prácticas de Remediación.
9. Pruebas y Caracterización de Materiales.
10. Tendencias Futuras y Desafíos en los Materiales para la Remediación.
Bibliography
Basic bibliography
Tate III, R. L. (2005). Encyclopedia of Soils in the Environment: Volume 1-4.Giannakoudakis, D. A., Meili, L., & Anastopoulos, I. (Eds.). (2022). Advanced Materials for Sustainable Environmental Remediation: Terrestrial and Aquatic Environments. Elsevier.
In-depth bibliography
Chauhan, N. S., & Gill, S. S. (Eds.). (2023). The Impact of Nanoparticles on Agriculture and Soil. Elsevier.Journals
Science of total environment.Chemosphere.
Journal of Environmental Management.
Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry.