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Micropollutants in the Environment

Spring 2026 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > CIVE.5690 > 031V

Course No: CIVE.5690-031V; SIS Class Nbr: 13150; SIS Term: 3530
Course Status: Open

Course Description

This course focuses on the generation, fate and transformation, transport, and the impacts of micropollutants in the environment, with emphasis on soil and water matrices. Topics will include nanomaterials and organic micropollutants such as pharmaceuticals, antimicrobials, illicit drugs, and personal care products. Course delivery will be a combination of lectures, experimental analysis, and discussions of assigned reading materials.

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When Offered & Tuition

  • W | 6:30 PM-9:20 PM ET Online
  • 2026 Spring: Jan 20 to May 09
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $2250
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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