Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
7287
Course Name
Wastewater Activated Sludge - Nitrification and Dentrification
Contact Hours
18.0
Approved Industry
Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Primary Contact
Valerie Wojcik
vwojcik@pennhighlands.edu
8142626441 Ext.
Website
Description
Reasons for modifying the conventional process and the components of several common modification processes will be discussed. An overview of nitrogen removal and the treatment processes used for removal will be conducted.
Course Level
Basic/Precertification
Course Content
• Activated Sludge III: an overview of the components of several modifications to the conventional AS process and the reasons for the modifications. This course will include instruction on step-feed aeration, contact stabilization, complete mix, extended aeration, biological nutrient removal, SBR, A20 and pure oxygen systems.
• Activated Sludge IV: an overview of the removal of nitrogen and the processes used. A plant tour will be included to familiarize participants with the treatment process
Target Audience
New operators not yet certified and certified operators wanting to earn continuing education credit.
Training Format
Classroom