Basic Wastewater Operations

Basic Wastewater Operations – 20-Hour Course

Instructor:  Ghulam Sumdani

TCEQ Course Code 0059

Cost:  $225

Location:  HAC Training Room, 5005 W. Royal Lane, Suite 170, Irving, Texas 75063

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Description

This training course meets the requirements by TCEQ for licensing in the Wastewater industry in the State of Texas.  It is required for the D and C Wastewater License. This is an introductory course in wastewater collection and treatment that includes a brief review of the water cycle together with a general description of the responsibilities of wastewater system personnel and the need for regulation of wastewater dischargers to protect receiving streams and the public health, safety, and welfare.  Texas' rules and regulations for certification of wastewate system operators are included.  Major topics include the genral goals of wastewater collection and treatment; the objectives of state and federal regulations and requirements; the source and general characteristics of wastewater; an introduction to preliminary, primary, and aerobic secondary treatment technologies; sampling and laboratory testing procedures; aerobic and anaerobic sludge digestion; disinfection and reuse of effluent; disposal of biosolids; and attendant hazards and general safety practices.  Basic wastewater chemistry and math skills are developed and applied to chemical dosage and other operational probelms.

Required for D and C Wastewater Licenses.