Workshop Summaries

Wastewater Workshop Summaries


Safety in Wastewater Systems
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Wastewater Facilities Management
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Biological Treatment
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This two day workshop will focus on the design and operation of all types of biological treatment systems including: Lagoons, Trickling Filters, and Activated Sludge facilities. Identification of problem conditions and corrective actions will be stressed. Hands-on problem solving case studies will be included. Attendees are requested to bring a calculator and a MS Wastewater Facilities Operations / Training Manual for reference.

Activated Sludge Treatment
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This two day workshop will focus on the design and operation of all types activated sludge treatment systems. Identification of problem conditions and corrective actions will be stressed.Hands-on problem solving case studies will be included. Attendees are requested to bring a calculator and a MS Wastewater Facilities Operations / Training Manual for reference.

Exam Preparation
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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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Lagoon Systems
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This one day workshop covers design, operation and maintenance of all types of lagoon systems. Included are: Facultative (Conventional), Aerated and Anaerobic lagoons. We will also discuss wetlands, overland flow, irrigation and sand filters as methods of upgrading lagoon systems.

Wastewater Math
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This two day workshop provides instruction in general mathematics and the specific equations used in all four wastewater classifications such as: Area, Volume, Population Equivalents, Detention Time, Pounds, Percent Removal, Sludge Age and more. The session is divided into two groups with Class I and II in one group and Class III and IV in a second group. The two days are not only a good refresher for certified operators but very beneficial to those preparing to take an exam. Be sure to bring pencils and a calculator!!

MWPCOA Short Course
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MSRWA Workshop
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Laboratory Procedures
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Wastewater Disinfection
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This one day workshop will offer instruction in the most common methods of disinfecting wastewater effluents. Included in the discussions will be: Chlorination / Dechlorination; Ultraviolet Irradiation; and Ozonation. Design, equipment and operation and maintenance will be covered.

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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In this one day workshop we will discuss the most common aspects of biological stabilization, dewatering and disposal of wastewater biosolids. The 40 CFR 503 regulations will be emphasized as they apply to land application and surface disposal, including monitoring, sampling and calculation procedures.

Wastewater Systems Security
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Incident Command System (ICS)
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