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Water Engineering

Language of instruction

english, lithuanian

Qualification degree and (or) qualification to be awarded

Bachelor of Engineering Sciences

Place of delivery

K. Donelaičio g. 58, Kaunas

Institution that has carried out assessment

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras

Institution that has performed accreditation, accreditation term

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras, 9/21/2029

Data provided or updated (date)

1/15/2025

Order on accreditation

SV6-36
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Summary of the Profile

General Description:
Objective(s) of a study programme:
The Aim of the Study Program "Water Engineering" is to Prepare Specialists of Broad Erudition and Highly Qualified Environmental Engineering, Who are Versed in Modern Theories, Methods and the Most Advanced Technologies of Water Engineering Science, Who Are Able to Analyze the Phenomena Occurring in Living Nature, Assess the State of the Quality of the Surrounding Environment, Holistically Solve the Problems of Sustainable use of Water Resources and Environmental Protection, Creatively Realize Innovative Technical and Technological Solutions in Various Areas of Water Resource Management.
Learning outcomes:
1. To Describe the Basic Theories of Nature and Mathematics, the Principles Necessary for Understanding the Fundamental Foundations of the Field of Study of Environmental Engineering.
2. To Understand the Interdirectional Context of Environmental Engineering, to be Able to Apply the Methods and Processes of Other Scientific Directions in Solving the Problems of Sustainable use of Water Resources.
3. To identify, formulate and holistically solve the problems of environmental engineering by selecting appropriate analytical and modeling methods, measurement and production.
4. Be Able to Find the Necessary Scientific and Professional Information Using Databases and Other Sources of Information and to Properly Systematize it, Interpret it and Apply it to Solve Various Environmental Engineering Problems.
5. Be Able to Design and Improve the Engineering Systems of Installations Or Their Elements Intended To Improve The Quality of the Environment, to Model the Processes Occurring in them in Accordance With the Established Technical, Economic and Environmental Requirements Using Environmental Engineering Methodologies and Special Computer Programs.
6. To Plan and use Modern Laboratory and Field Research Equipment to Conduct Experiments, to Process and Evaluate Their Data and to Draw Conclusions.
7. Be Able to Creatively Select and Apply Appropriate Methods, Tools and Equipment For the Implementation of Environmental Engineering Solutions.
8. To Understand and Assess the Current Environmental Situation, to Predict the Likelihood and Extent of Impact on the Environment, its Components and People, the Ethical, Environmental and Commercial Circumstances of Engineering Activities, the Requirements of the Sustainability Concept, to Select or Model Environmental Control and Pollution Prevention Measures.
9. Holistically Understand the Impact of Environmental Engineering Decisions on Society and the Environment, Adhere to the Norms of Professional Ethics and Engineering Activities, Understand Responsibility for Engineering Activities, be Able to Communicate With The Engineering Community and the General Public.
10. To Understand the Importance of Individual Lifelong Learning in the Field of Environmental Engineering, to Prepare for it and to be Able to Work Effectively Independently and in a Team, to Know the Aspects of Project Management and Business, to Understand the Relationships of Technological Solutions With Their Socio-Economic Consequences and Responsibility for the Consequences of Engineering Activities, to Constantly Deepen Knowledge of Environmental Engineering, Applying Innovations in this Field in Their Activities, Taking Responsibility for Taking Care of Water Resources, Their Rational use and Protection.
Activities of teaching and learning:
In study subjects, in combination with the content and context of the subject, teaching and learning activities are usually used: combination with the content and context of the subject, teaching and learning activities are usually used:
1. Application of teaching and learning methods.
2. Specifics of teaching and learning in study subjects.
3. Application of informational, operational and creative teaching methods.
4. Distance learning and teaching methods (Moodle system, Teems. etc.).
5. Development of competence in learning to learn.
6. Development of learning individualization competencies.
7. Application of innovative teaching forms and methods.
8. Use of information technology (programs, databases, etc.).
Methods of assessment of learning
achievements:
1. Evaluation of Practical Tasks, Monitoring and Evaluation of Reports, Testing of Open-Ended Issues in Writing.
2. Testing of Open-Ended Issues in Writing.
3. Evaluation of Practical Tasks, Monitoring and Evaluation of Reports.
4. Monitoring and evaluation of Notifications, Testing of Open-Ended Issues in Writing.
Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical
training:
Environmental Chemistry; Professional Language of Environmental Engineering Sciences; Final Work of Environmental Engineering; Basics of Environmental Engineering; Environmental and Construction Law; Environmental Impact Assessment; Management of Water Resources and floods; Internet of Things Applications; Sustainable Development of Water Management; Regulation of the Soil Moisture Regime; Soil Science; Data Science and Artificial Intelligence; Spatial Planning; Research of Lakes and Fundamentals of Oceanology; Physics; Geomatics; Geotechnics in Water Management; GIS and Remote Sensing Techiques; Hydraulics; Hydrology and Hydrogeology; Building Information Modeling;
Investment Strategy and Project Management; Engineering Design; Fieldworks for Water Engineers; Computer Engineering Graphics; Smart Water Engineering Structures and Their Design; Climate Change And Its Impact on Water Management; Mathematics – 1; Mathematics – 2; Sewerage and Wastewater Treatment; Optimization; Fundamentals of Python Programming; Practice of Professional Activity; Robotics, Robots, And Aircrafts in Water Engineering; Theoretical and Strength Of Materials; Sustainable Fishery and Aquaculture Biotechnology; Drinking Water Treatment and Design of Water Supply Systems; Aquatic Ecology; Aquatic Ecosystems; Economics of Water Engineering; Rehabilitation of Water Resources and Water Bodies; Water Management Structures, Materials And Safety.
Specialisations:

Optional courses:
The choice is provided by choosing group A and B study subjects and in the VII semester field of study subjects, in which 2 of the three study subjects are chosen (where 3 ECTS each, forming a total of 6 ECTS per semester). 2 of the three study subjects are chosen (where 3 ECTS each, forming a total of 6 ECTS per semester).
Distinctive features of a study
programme:

Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
 Design-Engineering Work;
 In the Water Engineering System: in the Design, Construction, Maintenance and Management of Hydrotechnical Structures in Enterprises and Institutions, in Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal and Waste Management Enterprises;
Environmental Management, Design and Maintenance Companies;
 in State and Municipal Institutions (Ministry of Environment, Department of Environmental Protection Under the AM, Environmental Protection Agency Under AM, Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Lithuania; Municipal Administrations of Cities and Districts);
 in the Fields of the Environment and Water Management in the Preparation and Management of Projects (Companies of the Lithuanian Water Suppliers Association, Companies of the Lithuanian Builders' Association, companies of the Lithuanian Builders' Association, Companies of the Water Supply and Sewage Networks, Companies of the Lithuanian Association of Land Reclamation Companies, Companies of the Lithuanian Hydropower Association);
 Build Your own Business;
To Improve Qualifications by Continuing Studies in the Adjacent Master's Degree Programs.
Access to further study:
Studies Can be Continued in Master's Programs in the Field of Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering Studies.