ESCI 1140 Wastewater Treatment

This course focuses on the operation of industrial wastewater pre-treatment facilities and industrial wastewater treatment facilities discharging directly to the environment (with NPDES permits).  An introduction to industrial wastewater variables, components, effects and generation is included.  Treatment processes, including preliminary treatment (flow equalization, screen, pH adjustment) and physical treatment (air stripping, carbon adsorption), are covered.  Topics include basic chemistry and related mathematical analyses involved in the operation of water/wastewater treatment plants; various tests necessary to maintain process control for wastewater treatment plants and to monitor sewage and industrial wastes prior to disposal; and proper methods for collection and handling of samples.

3 credits