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Water and Wastewater Treatment Design Training Course

Introduction:

Water and wastewater treatment are fundamental processes in ensuring access to clean water, safeguarding public health, and protecting the environment. This 5-day training course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles, design, and operation of water and wastewater treatment systems. Participants will learn the theory behind key treatment processes, explore advanced treatment technologies, and understand the various factors influencing system design and operation. The course will focus on practical, real-world applications, enabling participants to design and implement effective treatment systems for municipal, industrial, and residential needs.

Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

  1. Understand the fundamentals of water and wastewater treatment.
  2. Learn the design principles of water treatment systems, including physical, chemical, and biological processes.
  3. Gain insights into the design and operation of wastewater treatment plants and their components.
  4. Learn how to design and optimize treatment systems for different types of water and wastewater.
  5. Explore advanced and emerging technologies in water and wastewater treatment.
  6. Understand the regulatory framework for water and wastewater treatment systems.
  7. Apply design principles to real-world projects, considering factors such as cost, sustainability, and compliance.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for professionals involved in water and wastewater treatment design, operation, and management, including:

  • Civil and Environmental Engineers
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment Operators and Technicians
  • Project Managers and Estimators
  • Consultants and Contractors in Water Treatment and Infrastructure Projects
  • Regulatory and Compliance Professionals
  • Students and professionals aspiring to specialize in water and wastewater treatment

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to Water and Wastewater Treatment

  • Session 1: Overview of Water Treatment
    • Importance of Water Treatment: Public Health, Environmental Protection, and Sustainability
    • Water Quality Standards and Regulations: WHO, EPA, and Local Guidelines
    • Types of Water Sources: Surface Water, Groundwater, Desalinated Water
    • Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Process Overview: Sourcing, Treatment, Distribution
  • Session 2: Water Treatment Processes
    • Coagulation and Flocculation: Principles and Applications
    • Sedimentation and Filtration: Gravity vs. Pressure Filtration, Membrane Filtration
    • Disinfection: Chlorination, UV Treatment, Ozonation
    • Advanced Water Treatment Technologies: Reverse Osmosis, Activated Carbon, Ion Exchange
  • Session 3: Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
    • Sources and Characteristics of Wastewater: Domestic, Industrial, Agricultural
    • Importance of Wastewater Treatment: Pollution Control, Recycling, and Reuse
    • Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Process Overview: Collection, Treatment, Disposal
  • Activity: Case Study – Reviewing the Design of a Small-Scale Water Treatment System

Day 2: Water Treatment Plant Design

  • Session 1: Design of Coagulation and Flocculation Systems
    • Coagulants and Flocculants: Types, Dosage, and Mechanisms
    • Flocculator Design: Hydraulic and Mechanical Mixing Systems
    • Design Considerations: Water Quality, Flow Rate, and Chemical Requirements
  • Session 2: Sedimentation and Filtration System Design
    • Design of Clarifiers and Sedimentation Tanks: Flow Patterns and Retention Time
    • Types of Filters: Sand, Pressure, Rapid Gravity, and Membrane Filters
    • Filtration Design Considerations: Filter Media, Flow Rates, and Backwashing
  • Session 3: Disinfection Systems Design
    • Types of Disinfection Methods: Chlorine, UV, Ozone, and Their Design Considerations
    • Contact Time and Dosage Calculations for Effective Disinfection
    • Regulatory Requirements for Drinking Water Disinfection
  • Activity: Workshop – Designing a Water Treatment Process for a Small Municipality

Day 3: Wastewater Treatment Plant Design

  • Session 1: Primary Treatment Design
    • Screening, Grit Removal, and Sedimentation Tanks: Design Principles and Applications
    • Primary Clarifiers: Design Considerations, Sludge Removal, and Effluent Quality
  • Session 2: Secondary Treatment Design
    • Biological Treatment: Activated Sludge, Trickling Filters, and Lagoons
    • Aeration Systems: Design of Diffused and Mechanical Aeration
    • Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), and Nutrient Removal
  • Session 3: Tertiary Treatment and Disinfection in Wastewater
    • Filtration Systems: Sand Filters, Membrane Filtration, and Adsorption
    • Advanced Treatment Techniques: Membrane Bioreactors (MBR), Reverse Osmosis
    • Wastewater Reuse and Resource Recovery: Water Recycling, Biogas Generation
  • Activity: Hands-on Exercise – Designing a Primary and Secondary Treatment System for a Residential Area

Day 4: Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment Technologies

  • Session 1: Membrane Filtration and Reverse Osmosis
    • Principle of Membrane Separation: Types of Membranes, Applications in Water and Wastewater
    • Design Considerations for Reverse Osmosis Systems: Flow, Pressure, and Recovery Rates
    • Applications of Membrane Filtration: Drinking Water, Desalination, Wastewater Reuse
  • Session 2: Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs)
    • Introduction to AOPs for Water Treatment: Ozone, UV/Hydrogen Peroxide, Fenton’s Reagent
    • Application of AOPs in Treating Persistent Contaminants: Pharmaceuticals, Pesticides, and Organics
    • AOP Design and Optimization
  • Session 3: Emerging Technologies in Water and Wastewater Treatment
    • Electrocoagulation and Electrooxidation
    • Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) and Denitrification Systems
    • Resource Recovery in Wastewater Treatment: Sludge to Energy, Biogas Production
  • Activity: Group Discussion – Exploring the Role of Emerging Technologies in Sustainable Water and Wastewater Treatment

Day 5: Design Considerations, Sustainability, and Regulatory Compliance

  • Session 1: Sustainability in Water and Wastewater Treatment Design
    • Principles of Sustainable Design: Water Conservation, Energy Efficiency, and Waste Reduction
    • Low-Impact Design for Water Treatment Plants: Green Infrastructure, Solar Power, and Rainwater Harvesting
    • Sustainable Sludge Management: Anaerobic Digestion, Land Application, and Biogas Recovery
  • Session 2: Regulatory Considerations in Water and Wastewater Design
    • International Standards for Water Quality: WHO, EPA, and ISO Regulations
    • Wastewater Discharge Regulations: Compliance with Local and National Standards
    • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Public Health Considerations
  • Session 3: Cost, Operation, and Maintenance of Treatment Systems
    • Estimating Capital and Operational Costs of Treatment Systems
    • Maintenance Strategies: Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
    • Operational Monitoring and Performance Optimization
  • Activity: Final Workshop – Designing a Comprehensive Water and Wastewater Treatment System for a Mixed-Use Community

Course Delivery:

  • Interactive Lectures: Detailed presentations on the principles, processes, and technologies involved in water and wastewater treatment.
  • Hands-on Exercises: Real-world problem-solving exercises to design water and wastewater treatment systems.
  • Case Studies: Review of successful water and wastewater treatment plant designs and challenges faced in the industry.
  • Workshops: Group discussions and workshops to apply the learned principles to practical scenarios and design systems.
  • Software Demonstrations (Optional): Introduction to design software used in the water and wastewater treatment industry for system modeling and optimization.

Date

Jun 16 - 20 2025
Ongoing...

Time

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Durations

5 Days

Location

Dubai

Category

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