CEE 6590

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CEE 6590
Partitioning and Transformation of Organic Contaminants in Environmental Systems

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This course examines the major physical and chemical processes affecting the transport, fate, and treatment of organic chemicals in aquatic systems, including volatilization, sorption/attachment, diffusion, and transformation reactions. The emphasis is on anthropogenic legacy chemicals and chemicals of emerging concern such pharmaceuticals and personal care products. The course examines the relationships between chemical structure, properties, and environmental behavior. Equilibrium and kinetic models based on these principles are used to predict the fate and transport of organic contaminants in the environment.

When Offered Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: CHEM 2090 and CHEM 1570, or permission of instructor.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18603 CEE 6590   LEC 001

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    • MWF
    • Jan 21 - May 6, 2025

    • Helbling, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person