Biofilters: A Natural Approach to Storm Water Pollutant Removal

At the conclusion of the course you will be able to: Demonstrate the basic concepts of bioswales vegetated filter strips and constructed wetlands Illustrate how soils influence the pollutant removal ability of biofilters Recognize the importance of microorganisms in pollutant removal Discuss the mechanisms by which vegetation assists in removing storm water pollutants List the hydrologic and hydraulic design properties necessary for a bioswale Explain the removal efficiencies that can be expected from a well-constructed bioswale and a well-constructed wetland