Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
2786
Course Name
Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants Vol. I
Contact Hours
36.0
Approved Industry
Wastewater
Partner Name
Borough of Elizabethtown Wastewater Treatment Plant
Primary Contact
Dennis Bair
debair@embarqmail.com
717-367-1585 Ext.
Website
Description
This course is designed to train operators in the safe and effective operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants.
This course emphasizes the knowledge and skills needed to operate wastewater treatment plants as efficiently as possible. Operators will gain the understanding of the basic operational aspects of their plant and learn how to analyze and solve operational problems.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
* The Treatment Plant Operator
* Why Treat Wastes
* Wastewater Treatment Facilities
* Racks, Screens, Comminutors and Grit Removal
* Sedimentation and Flotation
* Trickling Filters
* Rotating Biological Contactors
* Activated Sludge (Package Plants and Oxidation Ditches)
* Waste Treatment Ponds
* Disinfection and Chlorination
Target Audience
Wastewater operators and individuals training to become certified
Training Format
Classroom