Brief Outline

This course is designed to give complete overview of Water Treatment from three aspects: Process Mechanical Equipment Design Electrical & Instrumentation related to Water & Wastewater Treatment / Effluent Treatment Plants Outline

Batches & Duration:

Weekend Batch - 11 Months Eligibility:Students having degree/diploma in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Instrumentation OR MSc(Environment) / BSc(Chemistry). This course is also suitable to candidates having requisite experience in the related areas.

Subjects:
Following subjects will be covered as a part of the course: Water Chemistry Basic System Design Wastewater Treatment Process Unit Operation Water Treatment Process Process Equipment Design Unit Processes Project Electrical & Instrumentation Control Basics of Civil Engineering Mechanical System Design

WTTP 1700 - Water Sources

Description This course provides training in the development of new and existing water sources. It focuses on ground and surface water sources as they relate to the way drinking water is treated and distributed. Areas of study include basic water supply hydrology, groundwater sources, surface water sources, emergency and alternate water sources, source water conservation, source water quality, and source water protection. Program This course is for students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities and specializing in water utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this course, you should be able to:

Define and describe water supply hydrology. Define groundwater sources and describe how they are accessed and maintained. Describe and discuss surface water sources. Describe the factors influencing source water quality. Describe emergency and alternative water sources. Describe the basic principles of source water protection management and planning.

Course Outline Module A: Water Supply Hydrology

Explain the basic properties of water and the hydrological cycle. Explain the key terms and the fundamental aspects of the movement of groundwater. Explain the various surface waters and know some of the influences affecting the quantity and quality of water. Discuss water quality constituents in domestic water supplies. Outline conversion factors and formulas used in the water industry.

Module B: Groundwater Sources

Explain the common components of a domestic drinking water well and the key terms used to describe the effects wells have on the surrounding aquifers. Explain the most appropriate location to install a groundwater well. Explain the common types of wells used for groundwater sources. Explain the common components and development techniques of a groundwater well. Explain basic aquifer performance evaluation techniques. Explain the general operation, maintenance, and record keeping involved with the operation of groundwater drinking water systems. Explain how to properly decommission a well after it has been taken out of service. Explain the role springs and infiltration galleries have in regard to the interaction between ground and surface waters.

Module C: Surface Water Sources

Discuss the key factors influencing the flow of surface runoff. Discuss the key requirements new and existing water systems have of their surface water supplies. Explain the common ways source water is stored for domestic drinking water systems. Explain intake structures used to draw surface water into the system. Explain the common operational problems surface water supply systems face.

Module D: Factors Influencing Source Water Quality

Identify factors affecting source water supplies influenced by natural phenomena. Identify factors affecting source water supplies influenced by human activities.

Module E: Emergency and Alternative Water Sources

Identify some of the main causes of source water supply loss. Identify alternative supplies and ways of supplying water in the event the usual source is deemed unavailable, unusable or insufficient. Identify the points to consider when evaluating and designing an interconnection between water systems. Identify the provisions to be incorporated into a communitys ERP to temporarily supplement a water system. Explain the way water can be reused to supply or reduce the demand on domestic water systems.

Module F: Water Source Protection

Explain the fundamental principles of source water protection and management. Explain the concept of groundwater protection planning.

Required Text and Materials American Water Works Association. Principles and practices of water supply operations series: Water sources. Denver, CO: American Water Works Association, 2003. Type: Textbook: ISBN- 1-58321-229-9 Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 25% Midterm 2 25% Final 50 Back to Top

WTTP 1760 - Introduction to Wastewater Utility

Description This course provides an introduction to the wastewater treatment processes. It focuses on both domestic and industrial sources as they relate to the way wastewater is collected, treated, and disposed. Areas of study include basic descriptions of what is wastewater, why we have to treat wastewater, the processes involved with treating the wastewater, disposal of treated effluent, and the collection of wastewater from sources. Program This course is for students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities and specializing in wastewater utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this, you should be able to have knowledge of: Overview of Operator responsibilities Wastewater Characteristics and Sources Wastewater Collection Systems Wastewater Collection Pumping Systems Course Outline

 Overview of Operator responsibilities - EOCP Wastewater Characteristics and Sources a. What is wastewater and why we treat wastewater - Sources of wastewater: domestic, municipal, industrial - Reason for treating environment and public health - What are the hazardous of not treating wastewater - Case studies b. Wastewater treatment processes - Size and point of discharge - General wastewater processes: primary, secondary, territarary - How wastewater treatment processes have evolved through history - Intro to micro-organisms c. What is being treated in wastewater: domestic, municipal, industrial - Characteristics: biological, chemical, physical - Need for sampling: process & regulatory - Measure characteristics - What do you do with the results d. Disposal: sub-surface, surface water, re-use (irrigation, stream augmentation, snowmaking, firefighting etc.) e. Safety involved with wastewater - pathogens, high level hygiene Wastewater Collection Systems a. Sewer systems: storm, sanitary, combined b. Inflow and infiltration in wastewater c. Difference between gravity and force main sewer systems d. How sewer and wastewater piping is installed e. Various components of manholes & piping and parts of a wastewater collection system f. Overview of common operation & maintenance issues - routine procedures - troubleshooting g. Safety overview

 Wastewater Collection Pumping Systems a. The different pumping scenarios involved with wastewater b. Sewage lift station designs c. Difference between low lift and high lift pumps d. Wet well pumping systems e. Dry well pumping systems f. General overview on controls of pump stations g. Explain the importance of back up power for wastewater pumping systems h. Safety overview Required Text and Materials Water and Wastewater Technology, 6th Edition by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J Hammer Jr. Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-174542-5 Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 25% Midterm 2 25% Final 50%

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WTTP 1710 - Water Treatment I

Description This is a basic water treatment course with emphasis on environmental applications focusing on past, present and future technologies concerned with water treatment. The major emphasis will cover: operator responsibilities, water sources, reservoir management, coagulation and flocculation processes, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, corrosion control, and basic water treatment sampling procedures.

Program This course is for students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities and specializing in water utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this course, you should be able to:

Discuss the main features of modern water systems, ranging from the operators duties to the filtration techniques available. Discuss the process of sedimentation as it applies to water treatment. Discuss a variety of filtration techniques. Discuss a number of disinfection techniques, including chlorination, ozone disinfection and UV disinfection. Discuss the basic principles of water storage and sampling.

Course Outline Module A: Small Water Systems Operations

Investigate and be able to describe the operator duties in a water treatment plant. Be able to describe the fundamentals of hydrology. Investigate and be able to describe the basics of water treatment, including coagulation, flocculation and filtration. Investigate and be able to discuss issues related to water storage. Investigate and be able to describe distribution systems. Be able to describe the water quality sampling techniques currently used in small water systems. Understand the math skills and concepts needed to be able to apply the many formulas involved in providing safe drinking water. Investigate the fundamentals of electrical and instrumentation principles. Investigate basic hydraulic principles. Investigate and be able to discuss the basics behind law and environmental legislation as it applies to water treatment. Investigate Occupational Health and Safety guidelines as they apply to water treatment facilities.

Module B: The Process of Sedimentation

Investigate the importance of sedimentation in water treatment. Investigate the importance of the coagulation process. Investigate the importance of flocculation and clarification.

Module C: The Process of Filtration Investigate the history and types of filtration. Investigate slow sand filtration techniques. Investigate conventional sand filtration techniques. Investigate different modes of filter operation.

Investigate the operation of different types of alternative filtration. Investigate the different forms of membrane filtration. Module D: The Process of Disinfection

Provide information on different disinfections available. Describe and explain the mechanics of chlorination. Investigate disinfection techniques other than chlorination. Investigate ozone disinfection technique. Investigate UV disinfection technique. Investigate disinfection by-products. Understand the importance of establishing adequate chlorine contact time.

Module E: The Basic Principles of Water Storage and Sampling

Understand the importance of water storage. Investigate the different types and materials used in water storage facilities. investigate different items associated with the inspection cleaning and maintenance of reservoirs. Understand the basic operating principles of service reservoirs. Explain the fundamentals of a clearwell system. Understand water use cycles. Investigate types of water quality tests and proper sampling techniques.

Required Text and Materials Water and Wastewater Technology, 6th Edition by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J Hammer Jr. Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-174542-5 Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 25% Midterm 2 25% Final 50% Back to Top

WTTP 1860 Wastewater Utility I

Description Wastewater Utilities I will illustrate to the student what occurs once wastewater leaves the wastewater collection system and enters into the treatment plant stage. Various forms of preliminary treatment will be explained and the student will also learn about stand alone treatment plants such as septic systems and how they operate. The

student will be able to discuss what occurs after preliminary treatment has taken place in regards to primary treatment, sedimentation, sludge and sludge removal. Wastewater lagoon systems will also be discussed and the student will be introduced to the various laboratory principles of wastewater and demonstrate how certain lab procedures relate to the wastewater treatment processes. Program This course is for students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities and specializing in wastewater utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this, you should be able to:

Define Levels of Treatment Define Methods of treatment Define Laboratory Principals of Wastewater

Course Outline Module A: Levels of Treatment

Preliminary treatment

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preliminary treatment (grit removal, screens, etc.) Flow equalization Shock loading Source control Season variation (population) septic system - septic tank, filed designs, operation issues Conventional treatment stand alone or stage of enhanced treatment system

Introduction to Primary treatment

Introduction to secondary treatment Introduction to tertirary treatment Introduction to effluent disinfection

Module B: Methods of Treatment

Primary treatment

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Types of designs Sedimentation Sludge removal Scum removal Enhanced primary treatment O &M aerated, anaerobic, facultative Basics of tertiary lagoons or ponds O&M

Lagoon systems

Introduction to Mechanical Systems

small wastewater systems

Module C: Laboratory Principals of Wastewater

Lab safety Environmental monitoring Testing Parameters:

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VOC Chlorine residual Metals nitrogen cycleNutrients (see below)

Lab exercises:

Toxicity Ammonia

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Sampling techniques Phosphorus total suspended solids and mixed liquor suspended solids BOD, COD settling tests involved with wastewater coliform testing for wastewater the difference between pH and alkalinity tests Wastewater biology

Required Text & Materials Water and Wastewater Technology, 6th Edition by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J Hammer Jr. Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-174542-5 Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 Midterm 2 Midterm 3 Lab Assignments Final 15% 25% 10% 20% 30%

WTTP 1720 - Applied Math and Science

Description This course covers the essential elements of mathematics and science to enable students to be successful in the program. In mathematics, the concepts of fractions, ratios and proportion, scientific notation, percent, algebra, calculation of areas and volumes, graphs, and the conversion of units are covered. The science component of the course is divided into two areas: hydraulics and chemistry. In hydraulics, the concepts of pressure, hydraulic grade lines, calculation of head loss, pumping and flow rate problems are discussed in details. In chemistry, the structure of matter, the balancing of chemical equations and the calculation of dosage are studied. Program This is a core course requirement for all students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities. Objectives The learning objectives of WTTP 1720, Applied Math and Science, are:

To introduce the essential elements of mathematics required for successful completion of the Water Treatment Technology Program. To introduce the basic principles of hydraulics as they apply to water treatment. To introduce the elements of chemistry that must be mastered in order to successfully complete subsequent chemistry courses in the program.

Course Outline Module A: Applied Operation Math

Section 1: Classification of Numbers Section 2: Operations with Numbers Section 3: Fractions Section 4: Ratios and Proportions Section 5: Scientific Notation Section 6: Percent Section 7: Metric and Imperial Systems Section 8: Algebra Section 9: Calculation of Perimeter Section 10: Calculation of Area Section 11: Calculation of Volume Section 12: Averages Section 13: Linear Equations and Graphs

Module B: Basic Hydraulics

Section 1: Introductory Concepts Section 2: Pressure and Hydraulic Grade Line Section 3: Types of Heads Section 4: Head Loss Section 5: Pumping Problems

Section 6: Horsepower and Efficiency Section 7: Reading Pump Curves Section 8: Flow Rate Problems

Module C: Basic Water Chemistry

Section 1: The Structure of Matter Section 2: Electron Arrangements in Atoms Section 3: Chemical Formula and Chemical Equations Section 4: Solutions Section 5: Acids, Bases and Salts Section 6: Chemical Dosage Problems Section 7: Chemical Nomenclature

Required Text and Materials WTTP 1720, Applied Math and Science, is organized around the Study Guide. No additional text book is required. Assessment To successfully complete this course students must a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 25% Midterm 2 25% Final 50%

WTTP 1730 - Mechanical Systems I

Description This course covers principles of piping, pumps and valves as they apply to the support systems in water treatment facilities. The principles of cross connection control will also be covered. Program This is a core course requirement for all students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities. Objectives The goals of WTTP 1730, Mechanical Systems I, are: To provide students with the basics of these systems: pipes, fittings, hangers and supports, sealants, valves, and pumps used in plumbing applications. To address the causes and results of cross connections occurrences.

Course Outline Module A: Describe Common Piping Materials

State the important characteristics of common piping materials. Describe methods of coding piping. Identify the types of copper tubing using colour code systems. Identify plastic piping using coding systems

Module B: Identify and Select Plumbing Fittings

Identify and Select Types of Plumbing Fittings.

Module C: Select and Install Hangers and Supports

Describe the forces that act on piping systems. Describe the types of hangers, supports, and fasteners. Describe the location, spacing, and selection of hangers, supports and fasteners.

Module D: Describe the Types of Sealants

Describe the types of sealants used by Plumbers.

Module E: Select and Install Piping/Tubing for Specific Applications

Explain briefly the different categories of piping and tubing systems Identify the different types of services used for piping and tubing systems Describe in simple terms the different methods of joining pipe and tubing Explain the basic procedures for installing piping Describe the basic procedures for flaring copper and plastic tubing Describe the basic procedures for solvent welding plastic piping and fittings Describe the basic procedures for joining threaded piping and fittings Describe the basic procedures for making a screwed flanged joint

Module F: Identify Plumbing Valves

Describe the materials that valves are made from and interpret valve service ratings. Describe different types of valves and identify parts of a valve and their function State regulations from the relevant plumbing codes used as guidelines for valve installation, including domestic pressure, reducing valves.

Module G: Pumps and Pump System Components

Describe the operation of different types of well pumps. Identify and state the purpose of well pump components

Module H: Select and Size Pumps

Estimate the daily requirements of the household, consider the yield and maximum draw rate (drawdown) of the well or water source. Identify significant physical features such as changes in elevation and distance between the well and the delivery points to allow calculation of total pumping head or total head. Select the pump and major components that suit each installations needs.

Module I: Install, Troubleshoot and Repair Pumps

Describe procedures for installing shallow well, deep well jet pumps, submersible pumps. Explain the use of vacuum gauges and common electrical test instruments and describe some common pump system problems and probable solutions. Describe the procedures to replace/repair worn pump components.

Module J: Cross-Connection Control

Understand in general terms the causes and results of typical cross-connection occurrences Understand the Theory of Backflow and Backsiphonage Describe in general terms the operating principles of a variety of cross-connection control devices Explain in general terms where the cross-connection control device would be used Understand the legal aspects of cross-connection control Understand the liabilities and responsibilities of the following organizations or individuals involved with a cross-connection control program

Required Text and Materials WTTP 1730, Mechanical Systems I, is organized around the Study Guide. No additional text book is required. Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 Midterm 2 Final 25% 25% 50%

WTTP 1740 - Environmental Legislation, Safety & Communication

Description This course provides a foundation in three topic areas, legislation, safety, and communications. Under the legislative section the students gain an understanding of the basic principles of environmental law and the legislative framework under which most water suppliers must legally operate. The safety section will cover topics such as occupational health and safety as it applies to operations and management of water systems. The third section will cover oral and written communication skills required for operators dealing with specific situations that arise through interactions with the public.

Program This is a core course requirement for all students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities. Objectives On completion of the first module Environmental Legislation the student will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of Law and Liability Describe briefly Federal Environmental Legislation Describe the different Types of legislation Understand the different Federal Acts Explain briefly Provincial Water and Wastewater Legislation List and briefly explain the Types of legislation Explain briefly Provincial legislation Understand the different Water and Wastewater legislation categories Explain briefly Occupational and Municipal Legislation Understand the concepts of Due Diligence / Case studies / Inspections

On completion of the second module Occupational Health and Safety the student will be able to:

Understand the principles of Regulations & OHS Programs Describe the basic Construction Safety issues Describe the fundamentals of Plant Safety Describe the basic concerns of Occupational Hygiene

On completion of the third module on Communications the student will be able to:

Understand the concerns of Community Relations Explain the issues around Risk and Media Communications Understand the importance of Interpersonal Skills Understand the importance of Oral Communications Understand the fundamentals of Consultant and Proposal Writing

Course Outline Module A : Environmental Legislation

Law and Liability Federal Environmental Legislation Types of legislation Federal Acts Provincial Water Legislation Types of legislation Provincial legislation Water legislation categories Occupational and Municipal Legislation Due Diligence / Case studies / Inspections

Sewerage System regulations under the Health Act Municipal Sewage regulations under the Environmental Management Act Waste Discharge Regulations EMA Organic Matter recycling regulations EMA Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment under Fisheries Act

Module B: Occupational Health and Safety

Regulations & OHS Programs Construction Safety Plant Safety Occupational Hygiene

Module C : Communications

Community Relations Risk and Media Communications Interpersonal Skills Oral Communications Consultants and Proposal Writing

Required Text and Materials There is no textbook for this course. This course contains all the material you need to successfully complete the course and final exam. Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis.

Section Exam 1 Section Exam 2 Section exam 3

34% 33% 33%

WTTP 1800- Electrical Fundamentals 1

Description This course offers an introduction to the electrical trade as it applies to the day to day operation of water/waste water treatment plants. Topics discussed include basic electrical principles, electrical safety, motor control principles, and the fundamentals of electric motors. It is important to note that this course is not designed to create tradespersons, but is designed from the viewpoint of plant operators, so they can develop more awareness of the trades and allow them to function more effectively.

Program This is a core course requirement for all students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this course, you should be able to:

Discuss basic electrical principles. Identify the features of common meters. Describe the operating principles of electric motors. Describe motor starters and controls and develop schematic and wiring diagrams. Describe electrical diagrams and symbols. Discuss safe work practices as they apply to water treatment facilities.

Course Outline Module A: Electrical Principles

Describe the theory of electricity Describe electrical quantities, units and symbols Identify conductors, insulators and semi-conductors Perform calculations using Ohms law and Ohms law for power Identify sources of electric energy Describe circuit characteristics Calculate circuit values Describe the principles and applications of magnetism Describe capacitors, inductors, and transformers Understand principles of inductance and capacitance Describe the applications of transformers Describe common protection and control devices Understand the principles behind protection and control

Module B: Features of Common Meters

Describe features of analog meters Describe features of digital meters Describe the proper use and care of meters Describe the application of common multimeters Describe the use of analog and digital testers and other testing tools Describe the application of clamp-on ammeters Describe the application of megohmmeters (megger) Describe special meter applications

Module C: The Operating Principles of Electric Motors

Describe the constructional features of electric motors Describe the operating principles of electric motors

Describe basic maintenance and troubleshooting of electric motors Describe the constructional features of three-phase induction motors Describe the operating principles of three-phase induction motors Describe the constructional features of standard single-phase motors Describe the operating principles of standard single-phase motors

Module D: The Analysis of Basic Motor Control

Describe the features of three-phase AC magnetic motor starters Describe the operation of across-the-line magnetic starters Develop schematic and wiring diagrams for three-phase magnetic starters Describe the operation of reversing magnetic starters Describe basic troubleshooting procedures for motor controls Connect and test magnetic motor starters and controls

Module E: Reading and Drawing Electrical Diagrams

Describe the applications of electrical diagrams and symbols Describe the conventions for schematic and wiring diagrams Convert between schematic and wiring diagrams

Module F: Safe Work Practices

Identify common mechanical, electrical, fire, and explosive hazards Describe the dangers of electric shock Understand the physiological effects of electric shock Describe common safety equipment Describe hazards and safety procedures around electricity Describe lockout procedures Describe the importance of a grounded neutral Describe the importance of a bonding conductor

Required Text and Materials There is no text book for this course. WTTP 1800, Electrical Fundamentals I, is organized around the Study Guide. Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 25% Midterm 2 25% Final 50%

WTTP 1820 - Instrumentation l

Description This course offers an introduction to the instrumentation trade as it applies to the day to day operation of water/waste water treatment plants. Topics discussed include process control principles, terminology, and trouble shooting techniques. It is important to note that this course is not designed to create tradespersons, but is designed from the viewpoint of plant operators, so they can develop more awareness of the trades and allow them to function more effectively. Program This is a core course requirement for all students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this course, you should be able to:

Identify the functional blocks of an automated control system and discuss how the interactions among these blocks affect the entire system. Identify the most common sensors used in the water treatment process and explain basic operating principles, installation considerations and maintenance. Identify the process variables typically found in the water treatment process and describe the devices or elements (final control elements) that change the values of the process variables.

Course Outline Module A:

Describe the individual components of a process control circuit. Understand block diagram representations of a control loop. Describe open-loop verses closed-loop control. Describe continuous and discontinuous control systems. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of feed-forward and feed back systems. Explain the basic components of an electronic power supply. Explain the basic components of a pneumatic power supply. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of pneumatic over electronic control systems. Understand the various standards for a transmitted signal. Explain the principles behind electronic and pneumatic signal transmission devices. Understand the purpose of the controller in a complete automated control system. Describe in simple terms the three sections of a controller. Understand the effects of proportional integral and derivative action in the controller. Describe features of an electronic process control station. Understand the purpose of indication and recording. Identify different indicators and recorders. Understand the overall purpose of P&IDs and loop drawings. Read and interpret P and I drawings (P&IDs). Read and interpret loop drawings.

Module B:

Understand the principles of flow measurement. Describe common flow sensors. Understand the principles of pressure measurement. Describe common pressure sensors. Understand the principles of level measurement. Describe common level sensors. Understand the principles of turbidimeters. Understand the principles of particle counters. Understand the principles of pH meters. Understand the principles of chlorine meters. Understand the principles of streaming current monitors. Understand the basic principles of sensor maintenance. Understand the basic sensor maintenance considerations. Understand the principles of sensor calibration

Module C:

Understand the function of the final control element in process circuits. Describe the three components of the final control element. Describe on/off control in terms of signal conditioning. Understand the function of electrical and pneumatic relays. Understand the function of a motor starter. Describe the function of a diverter valve. Describe proportional control in terms of signal conditioning. Understand the principles of electrical positioners. Understand the principles of pneumatic positioners. Describe electrical actuators. Describe pneumatic actuators. Describe hydraulic actuators. Understand proportional control used with electro-hydraulic actuators. Define the term control valve. Describe the basic components of valves. Understand the selection criteria for valves. Understand the basic principles of the following valves:

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Butterfly Ball Cone Plug Gate Globe Sleeve

Define the term pump. Describe where pumps are used in treatment facilities. Understand the function of non-displacement versus displacement pumps. Understand the basic principles of the following pumps.

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Piston Tube (peristaltic) Diaphragm Gear Progressive cavity pump

Understand the principles of a chemical feed pump. Understand the basic principles of dry chemical feed systems.

Required Text and Materials American Water Works Association. Instrumentation and Control. Denver, CO: American Water Works Association, 2003. Type: Textbook: ISBN 1-58321-125-X Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 Midterm 2 Final 25% 25% 50%

WTTP 1850 - Water Treatment II

Description This course is a continuation of Water Treatment 1. More advanced topics such as water softening, ph control, pre-oxidation and dissolved metals removal will be covered. An overview of chemical feed systems as well as chemical dosage calculations will also be covered. Program This course is for students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities and specializing in water utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this course, you should be able to:

Explain the basic concepts and processes of coagulation and flocculation at a water treatment facility. Identify the major issues of coagulation operation, including troubleshooting and solutions. Explain the importance of pH control in water treatment. Explain the importance of water softening and the processes involved. Describe the purpose of pre-oxidation in water treatment. Describe the process for removing dissolved metals in water.

Course Outline Module A: Chemical and Physical Properties of Coagulation

Explain basic coagulation. Describe flocculation. Explain the role of coagulation and flocculation aids. Explain the importance of pH and alkalinity in relation to coagulation. Explain how colour, turbidity, and particle counts are related to coagulation. Identify the various types of mixers involved with coagulation/flocculation and explain how they work. Describe various pumping and piping arrangements for coagulants. Discuss the type of maintenance required for a coagulation system.

Module B: Coagulation Operation and Troubleshooting

Explain why coagulation is so important in a water treatment plant. Explain when an increase or decrease in coagulant dosage is needed. Compare the differences between overdosing and under dosing coagulant. Describe how to calibrate chemical coagulant pumps. Explain the safety hazards involved in working with coagulants. Perform chemical and mechanical troubleshooting. Explain the important of good record keeping. Perform basic coagulation calculations.

Module C: pH Control

Explain pH, alkalinity, and pH control and their importance in water treatment. Explain possible solutions to achieve pH control and identify the various aspects of a pH control system. Describe various aspects of lime, soda ash, caustic soda, and CO2 systems. Describe corrosion control through pH adjustment and explain why it is important. Perform basic calculations related to pH control in the water treatment process.

Module D: Water Softening

Describe hard and soft water and explain what makes water hard. Describe the chemistry involved in water softening and new water softening processes. Explain the processes involved in water softening by means of chemical precipitation. Describe the equipment used in water softening and explain its functions. Explain ion-exchange softening. Discuss sludge disposal and problems arising from water softening. Perform basic calculations required in testing water softening

Module E: Pre-Oxidation

Explain oxidation and its role in water treatment. Describe ways to remove unwanted taste and odour from water. Describe chlorine and explain how it is used in pre-oxidation. Describe chlorine dioxide and explain how it is used in pre-oxidation.

Explain how ozone and potassium permanganate are used in pre-oxidation. Calculate dosing concentrations of various oxidants.

Module F: Removing Dissolved Metals in Water

Describe dissolved metals and explain why they may be undesirable in water. Explain removal of dissolved metals by aeration, activated carbon, coagulation, and chemical precipitation. Explain the Lead and Copper Rule and the role of polyphosphates. Describe iron and manganese removal by oxidation. Describe how a manganese greensand filter works and explain other methods of removing dissolved metals.

Required Text and Materials Pizzi, N. G. Water treatment operator handbook. USA: American Water Works Association, 2002. Type: Textbook: ISBN 1-58321-184-5 Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis: Midterm 1 Midterm 2 Final 25% 25% 50%

WTTP 1830 - Mechanical Systems II

Description This course is a continuation of Mechanical Systems I course and covers in more detail the selection, operating principles, adjustment and maintenance of mechanical equipment used in water and wastewater treatment processes and facilities. The course is arranged in three general sections, starting with moving process equipment, major process equipment and finally secondary process equipment systems. Program This is a core course requirement for all students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities. Objectives Upon Completion of this course the students will gain understanding in:

Moving Water - the main process of water flow (i.e. water or wastewater) through a treatment facility and the equipment used to control the flow.

Major Process Equipment -the equipment used to achieve the initial mixing of chemicals with the process water stream and the equipment used to flocculate coagulants within the process water stream.

Secondary Process Equipment

Course Outline Module A : Moving Water

The Process Water Pathway Hydraulics Pump Selection

Module B: Major Process Equipment

Managing Flow Variance Mixing Equipment Flocculation Equipment Solid Separation Equipment Filtration Equipment Disinfection Equipment Wastewater Treatment Equipment

Operation and Maintenance Module C: Secondary Process Equipment

Air handling process equipment Chemical feed equipment Standby power equipment Residuals handling Building mechanical systems Odour control Maintenance procedures

Required Text and Materials Water Treatment Operators Handbook American Water Works Association ISBN 1-58321-371-6 Water and Wastewater Technology, 6th Edition by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J Hammer Jr. Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-174542-5 Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis:

Midterm 1 Midterm 2 Final

25% 25% 50%

WTTP 1870 Wastewater Utility II

Description This course provides an in depth look into the Wastewater Treatment Processes and Components. It focuses on Secondary and Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Wastewater Sludge Residual Treatment and Disposal. Areas of study include descriptions of treatment process and components for Secondary Treatment, Advance treatment targets and process, residual sludge treatment management and disposal. Program This course is for students enrolled in the Certificate in Water & Wastewater Utilities and specializing in wastewater utilities. Objectives After you have completed the work in this course, you should be able to :

Define Secondary treatment Define Advanced Wastewater Treatment Define Wastewater residuals

Course Outline Module A : Secondary Treatment

Rotating biological contactors Trickling filters Basics of activated sludge (multiple & variations) Analyze lab tests results used for secondary treatment O&M for secondary treatment Sludge age Trouble shoot activated sludge processes and controls

Module B: Advanced Wastewater Treatment

How effluent disposal & re-use can drive advanced wastewater treatment Analyze lab tests results used for advanced treatment Chemical nutrient removal, phosphorus and nitrogen and controls Bio-logical nutrient removal, phosphorus and nitrogen and controls Fermentation

Explain effluent filtration

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Explain effluent disinfection O&M Online monitoring and controls (components) Introduction to SCADA Energy recovery (waste to energy) GHG & Climate Change EDC (Endocrine Disrupting Compounds)

Emerging Issues & Technologies

Effluent filtration Effluent disinfection O&M

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Online monitoring and controls (components) Introduction to SCADA Energy recovery (waste to energy) GHG & Climate Change EDC (Endocrine Disrupting Compounds)

Emerging Issues & Technologies

Module C : Wastewater Residuals

Sludge disposal & re-use options Digestion: aerobic, thermophilic aerobic digestion and anaerobic digestion Wastewater sludge thickening & dewatering O&M Odour control

Required Text & Materials Water and Wastewater Technology, 6th Edition by Mark J. Hammer and Mark J Hammer Jr. Prentice Hall. ISBN# 0-13-174542-5 Sacramento State, Operations of Wastewater Treatment Plants Volume II - A Filed Study Training Guide, 7th Edition, 2008. Assessment To successfully complete this course students must obtain a minimum 60% average in the course overall to meet program requirements. Your final assessment will be determined on the following basis:

Midterm 1 25% Midterm 2 25% Final 50% Back to Top