Wastewater Workshop Summaries
Safety in Wastewater Systems
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Wastewater Facilities Management
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This one day workshop will focus on the various aspects of management of wastewater treatment systems. Included in the discussion will be: General Management Practices, Personnel, Training, Planning, and Public Relations. Special emphasis will be given to Financial Management and Emergency Preparedness. Please bring a calculator as exercises may require calculations.
Biological Treatment
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Activated Sludge Treatment
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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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This workshop will focus on the treatment of wastewater for the conversion and/or removal of nitrogen. Nitrification / Denitrification and other methods of removal will be discussed. The workshop will include calculations of Oxygen requirements, Alkalinity, and Anoxic zones among other parameters.
NPDES Reporting
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This one day workshop will cover the common aspects of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, including the basis for effluent limitations and monitoring requirements. Instruction will include sampling techniques, and completion of Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) forms. Attendees are encouraged to bring a calculator and a copy of their facility's permit.
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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Wastewater Disinfection
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Introduction to Laboratory Procedures
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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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