Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
8590
Course Name
Ponds and Lagoons
Contact Hours
4.0
Approved Industry
Wastewater
Partner Name
Environmental Engineering & Management Associates, Inc.
Primary Contact
Edward Gillette
egillette@eema-inc.com
2153683375 Ext.
Website
Description
This course was originally created through DEP (Tom Brown). Its purpose is to help Operators run and troubleshoot a pond or lagoon in their system. It will also cover common myths about lagoons. There is a group exercise to aid operators in utilizing the information covered, to ensure a basic understanding of the material given.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
Have the ability to explain the concepts of how Ponds and Lagoons work
Ability to identify the different types and zones within lagoons.
Understand and summarize the Major factors that impact Lagoon operations (diurnal operations)
The ability to compare Lagoon Processes to other treatment technologies
Understand and apply the analysis/methods necessary for Lagoon process control.
Understand the limitations of Lagoons for nitrogen removal.
Dispel Lagoon myths and rumors
Ability to troubleshoot a lagoon in a group exercise.
Target Audience
An operator in training, licensed operators, and circuit riders in a pond or lagoon system.
Training Format
Classroom