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Environmental Impact in Maritime Works (2500042) – Course 2025/26 PDF

Contents

The main objectives and topics of the subject will be described

Specific Objectives

Basic objectives of the subject, approach and presentation of the work to be developed during the subject. Definition of the concept of problem (processes vs. problems) and impact. Definition of the coastal zone as a multi-component system (physical, ecological and socio-economic). Concept of temporal and spatial scales for the definition of processes, problems and solutions. Basic typology of coastal problems and conceptual solutions. Underwater outfalls. Objectives of this type of works and basic design criteria. Possible impacts and basic solutions. Impacts of outfalls and the discharge of waste water in the marine environment.

Dedication

2h Large group + 1h Medium group + 3h 49m Self Study
Total: 6h 49m

Review of the most relevant physical processes around the environmental impact of coastal protection structures

Specific Objectives

Processes that control the morphodynamic impact of coastal engineering works. driving agents Coastal Hydrodynamics, Sediment Transport. Coastal development.

Dedication

4h Large group + 2h Medium group + 7h 38m Self Study
Total: 13h 38m

Impact of sea walls, revetments and Low Crested Structures on the Coastal Marine Environment.

Specific Objectives

Objectives of this type of works and basic design criteria. Possible impacts and basic solutions.

Dedication

4h Large group + 2h Medium group + 7h 38m Self Study
Total: 13h 38m

Impact of breakwaters and jetties on the coastal marine environment

Specific Objectives

Objectives of this type of works and basic design criteria. Possible impacts and basic solutions.

Dedication

2h Large group + 1h Medium group + 3h 49m Self Study
Total: 6h 49m

Field trip

Dedication

6h Laboratory classes + 7h 38m Self Study
Total: 13h 38m

Impact of port facilities on the marine environment

Specific Objectives

Approach the problem. Impacts associated with water quality. Impacts associated with the interaction with the coast. Basic solutions.

Dedication

3h Large group + 1h Medium group + 5h 5m Self Study
Total: 9h 5m

Impact of dredging works on the marine environment

Specific Objectives

Type of dredging. Characteristics of dredged material. Mining areas and deposits. Physical impact. Ecological impact. Impact on water quality. Basic solutions.

Dedication

3h Large group + 1h Medium group + 5h 5m Self Study
Total: 9h 5m

Impacts of beach regeneration in the marine environment

Specific Objectives

Works supply and regeneration of beaches. Type of food. Ecological impact. Effect on water quality.

Dedication

3h Large group + 1h Medium group + 5h 5m Self Study
Total: 9h 5m

Review of the main processes associated with the dispersion in the marine environment

Specific Objectives

Processes that control the quality of water associated with coastal works. driving agents Diffusion-advection processes. Pollutants.

Dedication

3h Large group + 1h Medium group + 5h 5m Self Study
Total: 9h 5m

Impacts of outfalls and the discharge of waste water in the marine and coastal environment

Specific Objectives

Objectives of this type of works and basic design criteria. Possible impacts and basic solutions.

Dedication

3h Large group + 1h Medium group + 5h 5m Self Study
Total: 9h 5m