Design and Operation of a Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) offers you an unparalleled opportunity to dive into a sector that is experiencing significant growth. With increasing global emphasis on sustainable water management, expertise in wastewater treatment is more crucial than ever. This course equips you with essential skills in understanding wastewater treatment processes, focusing on both secondary and tertiary treatments, as well as sludge and gas management. The demand for qualified professionals in this field is skyrocketing, making this a timely and strategic investment in your career. By mastering these critical aspects, you position yourself at the forefront of environmental innovation, ready to tackle pressing water challenges. Join us to transform your understanding and drive impactful change.
Design and Operation of a Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)
Water
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the fundamentals of wastewater treatment processes.
- To identify the stages of secondary wastewater treatment effectively.
- To apply knowledge of tertiary treatment methods in real scenarios.
- To analyse the role of sludge management in WWTP operations.
- To evaluate the impact of gas production on plant efficiency.
- To integrate knowledge of water and sludge lines for optimal results.
- To explore innovative approaches in wastewater treatment technology.
Table of Contents
UNIT 1. WASTEWATER. INTRODUCTION TO WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Wastewater
Design of a WWTP
Pretreatment
Primary treatment
Secondary treatment
UNIT 2. WATER LINE. SECONDARY TREATMENT
Conventional activated sludge
Equipment and types of activated sludge processes
Advanced treatments
Biofilm processes
Purification in small towns
UNIT 3. WATER LINE. TERTIARY TREATMENT
Sizing of a WWTP biorreactor for nitrogen elimination according to standard ATV A-131
Qualities and uses of reclaimed water
Regeneration technologies
Filtration
Disinfection
UNIT 4. SLUDGE AND GAS LINES
Sludge
Thickening
Stabilization
Dehydration
Gas line
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