Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Understand principles of chemical and biological processes and techniques for the removal of organic and inorganic contaminants from contaminated water and wastewater
• Learn about the technologies that are commonly used in water and wastewater treatment operations
• Develop a better understanding of the mechanisms and design aspects of water and wastewater treatment processes
• Apply your knowledge of various chemical and biological technologies to water and wastewater treatment projects

Description:
This course discusses chemical and biological processes and their applications in engineering practices with special emphasis on environmental engineering. It addresses mechanisms, operation principles and applications of pertinent processes used in the removal of organic and inorganic contaminants from contaminated water and wastewater, including coagulation, oxidation-reduction, chemical precipitation, water softening, ion exchange, activated sludge, trickling filters, rotating biological contactors and lagoons.

Course Outline:

• Fundamental chemical concepts
• Oxidation-reduction processes
• Coagulation
• Chemical precipitation
• Water softening
• Ion exchange
• Chemical disinfection
• Fundamental aspects of biological processes and microbial kinetics
• Biological processes in water and wastewater treatment
• Treatment lagoons

Who Should Attend:
Environmental Engineers • Consulting Engineers • Environmental Educators • Industrial Staff • Technicians and Technologists • Municipal Planners