Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Water and Wastewater Treatment

• Introduction to global and local water challenges
• Types of water contaminants and their impact on health and environment
• Overview of water and wastewater treatment processes
• Water quality monitoring and analytical methods
• Case Study: Assessment of a municipal water contamination incident

Module 2: Water Treatment Technologies and Processes

• Coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation principles
• Filtration techniques: rapid sand, membrane filtration, and pressure filtration
• Disinfection methods: chlorination, UV, and ozone
• Advanced treatment methods such as activated carbon and softening
• Case Study: Designing a treatment train for a small community water system

Module 3: Wastewater Treatment Systems and Operations

• Characteristics and classification of wastewater
• Primary, secondary, and tertiary wastewater treatment processes
• Biological treatment systems: activated sludge, trickling filters, lagoons
• Sludge thickening, digestion, and disposal techniques
• Case Study: Troubleshooting operational issues in a biological treatment plant

Module 4: Compliance, Safety, and Environmental Regulations

• National and international water quality standards
• Environmental impact assessments (EIA) for treatment facilities
• Occupational health and safety in treatment plant operations
• Compliance documentation, reporting, and audits
• Case Study: Regulatory compliance review of an industrial wastewater plant

Module 5: Modern Innovations and Sustainable Water Management

• Smart monitoring systems and automation in treatment plants
• Water reuse and recycling technologies
• Energy efficiency and resource recovery in treatment facilities
• Emerging trends: decentralized treatment, nature-based systems, and circular economy
• Case Study: Implementing a water reuse system in an industrial facility