Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
3194
Course Name
Ultraviolet Disinfection for Water and Wastewater
Contact Hours
7.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Maryland Center for Environmental Training
Primary Contact
Rachel Pingitore
rpingitore@mcet.org
3019347519 Ext.
Website
Description
Ultraviolet disinfection (UV) techniques and applications are used for both potable water and wastewater systems. Operations personnel will discuss the advantages of Ultraviolet disinfection systems compared to typical chemical disinfection systems like Chlorine or Ozone. Course topics will include how UV is used for controlling Giardia and Cryptosporidium in potable waters; defining UV; how it differs from other oxidizer based disinfection systems including the disadvantages; and why UV is a low cost choice for installation, operation, and maintenance. The student will benefit by reviewing the appropriate applications in community and non-community potable waters and wastewater systems.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
* Basics
* Factors that effect UV lamp efficiency
* How UV systems work
* Main UV systems
* Controlling Giardia and Cryptosporidium in potable waters
*based dinsinfection systems, including disadvantages and why UV is a low-cost choice for installation, operation, and maintenance
*community potable waters and wastewater systems
Target Audience
Water and wastewater treatment plant operators
Training Format
Classroom