Concepts of Wastewater Treatment - Certification Exam Prep

Operators and recently hired apprentices and trainees who are new to the wastewater treatment field will be introduced to the chemical and biological characteristics of wastewater, preliminary and primary treatment, secondary treatment, advanced treatment for nutrient removal, disinfection and sludge management. Participants will review the NPDES system, calculate chlorine usage and discuss the hazards encountered in the wastewater treatment system. This course will also cover wastewater treatment technology operations and regulations in an effort to prepare the students for the wastewater operators' exam.