Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of water treatment process operations, focusing on the treatment, purification, and distribution of clean and safe water. Participants will gain practical knowledge of the physical, chemical, and biological treatment methods used in industrial and municipal water systems. The course also emphasizes the operation, control, and maintenance of water treatment systems to ensure regulatory compliance, system reliability, and environmental protection.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and stages of water treatment processes
- Operate and monitor water treatment plant systems effectively
- Identify and troubleshoot common operational problems
- Ensure water quality compliance with relevant standards and regulations
- Apply chemical and biological treatment methods appropriately
- Interpret process data and optimize plant performance
- Maintain equipment and ensure safe operations in treatment facilities
- Promote environmental and public health through effective water treatment
Who Should Attend
- Water treatment plant operators and technicians
- Environmental and utility engineers
- Maintenance personnel in water or wastewater operations
- Supervisors and managers in utility operations
- Environmental health and safety (EHS) officers
- Technologists and laboratory analysts involved in water testing
- Anyone involved in municipal or industrial water treatment processes
Course Content
Fundamentals of Water Treatment
- Sources of water and characteristics of raw water
- Overview of water treatment processes and objectives
- Regulatory standards and water quality guidelines
Physical and Chemical Treatment Processes
- Screening, sedimentation, and coagulation/flocculation
- Filtration technologies (sand, multimedia, membrane)
- Disinfection methods: chlorination, UV, ozone
- Chemical dosing, pH control, and alkalinity adjustment
Biological Treatment Methods
- Overview of biological filtration and biological activated carbon
- Use of biofiltration in advanced treatment systems
- Role of microbes in treatment efficiency
Process Monitoring and Control
- Key water quality parameters and sampling techniques
- Instrumentation and control systems
- SCADA systems and automation in water treatment
Operation and Maintenance Practices
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Equipment operation: pumps, valves, filters, and mixers
- Troubleshooting common system issues and alarms
Safety and Environmental Considerations
- Occupational health and safety in water treatment plants
- Handling chemicals and emergency response
- Environmental compliance and waste management
Water Treatment Optimization
- Process efficiency and energy conservation
- Reducing operational costs while maintaining compliance
- Case studies in system upgrades and innovation
Practical Applications and Troubleshooting
- Real-world problem-solving scenarios
- Process calculations and performance analysis
- Best practices for continuous improvement