
Wastewater Treatment
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Service Description
The Wastewater Treatment course covers practical aspects of operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plants, emphasizing the use of safe practices and procedures. In addition to the information provided about state requirements, participants will learn about the composition and characteristics of wastewater, secondary treatment processes, disinfection of wastewater, and laboratory controls. Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this course. Course Completion Requirements Participant Must Provide a photo identification on the first day of class. Attendance Requirements Class attendance is an essential part of the education process and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. This course requires participants to attend a minimum of 100% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, your instructor will review any additional attendance requirements, for example a field exercise that cannot be missed. Upon successful completion, you will be able to: Explain the purposes of the wastewater treatment system Identify the state requirements regarding wastewater treatment Explain the characteristics of wastewater Identify the need for industrial waste monitoring Describe the initial treatment of wastewater Explain the biological treatment process Explain the use of pond systems in treating wastewater Explain the activated sludge process Describe fixed film processes Describe processes used for the advanced treatment of wastewater Explain the process of sludge removal from the system Explain the processes used for the disinfection of wastewater Explain the use of laboratory data to control the treatment process Explain the importance of safety Solve utility calculations for wastewater treatment Suggested Audience This course is designed for public works personnel and new employees of a wastewater treatment system. Continuing Education And Professional Credits 20.00 hours – Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)/Texas Education Agency (TEA) 1.00 hours – American Council on Education (ACE) **PLEASE NOTE** This course has been approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to fulfill 20 credit hours in the following operator license area(s): – Wastewater Operator License




Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Class will begin promptly at 3:30 PM each day. Please do not arrive late. Participation of 100% is required to received 100% credit. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks. There is a coin operated soda machine in the training room. Coffee is provided.
Contact Details
20141 Schiel Road, Cypress, TX, USA