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COURSE TITLE: Constructed Wetlands as Sustainable Solution for Acid Mine Drainage Treatment

INSTRUCTORS Dr. Aurora M Pat Espadas

COURSE DESCRIPTION Abstract:
The purpose of this topic is to emphasize the use of Constructed Wetlands as nature-based solutions that can be designed for water treatment by engineering.
We will focus on the treatment of water with significant metal content and the challenges involved. The mechanisms occurring inside the wetland will be highlighted.
Speaker's Bio:
Auroa is a PhD holder in Environmental Sciences. She holds a bachelor's degree in biochemical engineering from the Superior Technological Institute of Coatzacoalcos, and a master’s degree in environmental engineering from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). Aurora is part of the national level 2 of researchers in her country. Currently, she is a researcher at the UNAM’S Institute of Geology - Northwest’s Regional Station, based in Hermosillo, Sonora. She is also a professor at the University of Sonora where she teaches classes in the division of Chemical and Metallurgy Engineering. Aurora’s research expertise focuses on biological and hybrid processes (fusion with nanotechnology, absorbent materials, alternative energy systems, etc.) for the treatment/recovery of metals, treatment of contaminated effluents/water, and the remediation of mining impacted areas. Aurora also explores water treatment processes focusing on the circular economy model.

Credit Points: 0.06

SYLLABUS/TOPICAL OUTLINE -Introduction: Definitions, Relevance, Natural and Constructed Wetlands: Engineering (5min) -Example Scenarios (5min) -Challenges and Design (15min) -Case Study (15min) -Conclusions and Reflections (5min)

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Jason Tucker
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jason.tucker@hdrinc.com
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