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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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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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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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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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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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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