ESCI 1160 Syllabus
Subject Code
ESCI
Course Number
1160
Course Title
Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
Prerequisites
Program admission
Corequisites
Terms Offered
Offered Fall
Credit Hours
(3-2-4)
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to wastewater treatment and systems design for wastewater treatment facilities in industrial and municipal settings. The course content includes an exploration of the types of physical, chemical, and biological treatment. Biological and chemical principles that relate to wastewater treatment are also examined. Regulations, licensing, and the certification process are also examined in this course.
Course Outcomes
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Basic Chemical and Biological Principles of Wastewater Treatment
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1
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Understand the basic chemical principles involved in waste treatment plants.
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2
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Understand the basic biologic principles of wastewater treatment.
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Preliminary, Physical, Chemical, and Biological Treatment
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1
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Understand the preliminary treatment of industrial waste: flow equalization, screening, pH adjustment.
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2
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Understand the physical treatment of wastes: air stripping, carbon absorption.
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3
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Understand the aspects of chemical treatment of wastewater.
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4
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Understand the aspects of biological treatment of wastewater.
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Testing and Monitoring of Treatment Plants, Sewage, and Industrial Wastes
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1
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Understand and be familiar with testing and monitoring procedures of treatment plants, sewage and industrial wastes. Understand the importance of testing and monitoring.
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Schematics and Flow
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1
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Understand basic schematics of water treatment facilities and flow.
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Collection and Sampling
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1
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Understand the proper procedures and handling samples for testing in treatment facilities.
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