CEE 208 - Water, Sanitation, Health

Course Units: 1

This course will examine the connections between water, sanitation, and public health. Students will learn about water sources and potential sources of contamination; the role of drinking water and wastewater treatment in reducing outbreaks of disease; and explore real world examples of water and sanitation concerns. Students will work in small teams to critically explore a global water, sanitation and health issue of interest to them with the goal of understanding the physical and societal drivers of the issue, key constraints, and potential solutions. CC: GETS ISP: ENS