Within the framework of the Academic Mission: River Hydraulics and Water Quality Experimentation, a group of six environmental engineering students made a visit to the Universidad de los Andes in Bogota, Colombia, from July 15 to 19. The main objective of this trip was to measure river flows through the use of an electromagnetic flowmeter. This technology allows us to obtain accurate data on water flow at different points of the river. In addition to flow measurements, various parameters such as temperature, pH, and electrical conductivity of the water were taken.
These data are fundamental to understand the current conditions of the river and detect possible changes in its quality. Finally, water samples were collected and sent to the laboratory for detailed analysis of physicochemical parameters, providing a comprehensive view of the water quality status of the Teusacá River.
The students addressed environmental and river hydraulics, water quality monitoring and analysis, and the use of advanced technologies such as drones and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). They measured parameters in the laboratories of UniAndes and contrasted them with data obtained during a field trip to the Teusacá river.
The field trip to the Teusacá River, two hours from Bogotá, allowed the students to reinforce the theoretical contents taught in the master classes by UniAndes Environmental Engineering professors. All students received, based on their learning and the approval of the final challenge, a certificate corresponding to a total of 30 academic hours.
In addition, the students participated in a flow calculation challenge in the field, where they won recognition for the best calculation in the approach. This experience not only strengthened their theoretical and practical knowledge, but also highlighted their ability to apply advanced techniques in real scenarios, contributing significantly to their professional training.
