Exam Preparation
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This three day workshop will review the MS Wastewater Facilities Operations / Training Manual in preparation for the wastewater certification exam. The workshop includes three classes ( I, II, III/IV ) of instruction with emphasis on biological treatment and math. The classes are designed for those operators that have attended a Short Course or are otherwise familiar with the material. Students should review the Training Manual prior to attending to obtain the most benefit from the class. Attendees are requested to bring a calculator, a MS Wastewater Facilities Operations / Training Manual and a notebook to class. The class is followed the next day by an exam in all four classes.

Advanced Treatment
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NPDES Reporting
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Lagoon Systems
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Wastewater Math
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MWPCOA Short Course
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This four day class sponsored by the MS Water and Pollution Control Operator's Association provides a review of the MS Operations / Training Manual in preparation for the certification exam which is offered at the end of the course. Separate instruction is provided in all four classes of certification. This course requires a registration fee paid to the MWPCOA. For registration information contact the MWPCOA at 601-857-0512.

MSRWA Workshop
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Laboratory Procedures
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This two day workshop is presented by the laboratory personnel at MDEQ. Instruction is provided in proper analytical procedures for common NPDES permit parameters including: BOD, TSS, Fecal Coliform, Chlorine Residual, pH, and Ammonia Nitrogen. Hands on instruction is included. This workshop has a limitation of 20-25 persons. We request that only persons working in a laboratory and conducting analysis attend this workshop.

Wastewater Disinfection
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Introduction to Laboratory Procedures
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This one day workshop is presented by the environmental trainers and laboratory personnel at MDEQ. Instruction is provided in proper analytical procedures for common field and operational parameters including: Chlorine Residual, pH, and Dissolved Oxygen. Hands on instruction is included. Effluent monitoring analysis will be briefly discussed to introduce the operator to these laboratory procedures.

Collection System Management
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Biosolids Management
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Wastewater Systems Security
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Incident Command System (ICS)
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