Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
187
Course Name
What is Cryptosporidium?
Contact Hours
1.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
CEU Plan
Primary Contact
Bill Edgar
wwedgar@ceuplan.org
352-754-1259 Ext.
Website
Description
Defines and discusses Cryptosporidium. What it is, how to identify it, how to sample for it and understanding outbreaks of cryptosporidium.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
Basic biology of this organism will be presented along with its attributes for becoming a major waterborne contaminant. The history of the organism along with a discussion of major waterborne outbreaks and their treatment deficiencies will be discussed.
Upon completion of this course, the participant will understand the basic biology and physiology of Cryptosporidium. The participant will become familiar with the ecology of this organism and what makes it an ideal waterborne pathogen. Several outbreaks of Cryptosporidium will be presented along with water treatment techniques for the removal and inactivation of this organism.
Target Audience
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous