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Industrial Waste Treatment, Volume 1 C - Instrumentation and Control and Facility Maintenance

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Wastewater

California State University, Sacramento

Jamie McCartney

wateroffice@owp.csus.edu

916-278-6142 Ext.

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This course is designed to train operators in the practical aspects of using instrumentation and control equipment, including variable frequency drives, sensors, and meters, for process automation and measurement in disinfection systems, compressed air systems, and regulatory compliance, and in the safe and effective maintenance of treatment facilities and equipment, including general facility maintenance, electricity, motors, pumps pneumatic systems, and unplugging pipes, pumps and valves.

Basic thru Advanced

Chapter 7, Instrumentation and Control Learning Objectives 1.Describe and explain the uses of automation and control systems within a wastewater treatment facility. 2.Understand and explain how measured values are taken and used by sensors and instruments. 3.Explain how sensors and instruments convert physical conditions into electrical outputs. 4.Read instruments and make proper adjustments in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities. 5.Identify symptoms of automated measurement and control system problems. Chapter 8, Facility Maintenance Learning Objectives 1.Explain the possible consequences of an inexperienced, unqualified, or unauthorized operator attempting to troubleshoot or repair electrical equipment. 2.Understand the terms, nature of, and safety procedures for electricity. 3.Properly select and use meters. 4.Discuss the types of and maintenance for different motor and pump varieties.

The target audience for this course is the person interested in working in the wastewater treatment field and wishing to prepare for certification license exams, to learn how to do the job safely and effectively, and/or to meet educational needs for promotion.

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