Advanced Water Treatment

Advanced Water Treatment Training Course

Course Title:
Expert Techniques in Advanced Water Treatment

Course Duration:
3 Days (24 Hours Total)

Course Mode:
In-Person: 3,600 Cedis
Online: 3,000 Cedis

Target Audience:
This course is designed for experienced water treatment professionals, technicians, and engineers. A solid understanding of basic water treatment and plumbing skills is required, as the focus is entirely on hands-on, practical learning.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will:

  • Master the design and operation of sand and multimedia filtration systems.
  • Gain expertise in removing iron and manganese from water using specialized media.
  • Learn advanced techniques in water softening and resin regeneration.
  • Design and implement DI and DM systems for high-purity water applications.
  • Understand the principles and practical aspects of reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, and nanofiltration.

Day 1: Filtration Systems and Iron Removal

Module 1: Sand and Multimedia Filter Design (3 Hours)

  • Theory:
    • Introduction to sand and multimedia filtration.
    • Design principles: bed depth, flow rates, and media selection.
    • Backwashing techniques and maintenance best practices.
  • Practical Session:
    • Setting up a sand filter system.
    • Media loading and bed preparation.
    • Demonstration of backwashing and troubleshooting.

Module 2: Iron and Manganese Removal (3 Hours)

  • Theory:
    • Understanding iron and manganese chemistry in water.
    • Common methods of removal: oxidation, filtration, and chemical treatment.
    • Overview of specialized media (e.g., AquanOX).
  • Practical Session:
    • Hands-on setup of an iron removal system using oxidation and filtration.
    • Media installation and system commissioning.
    • Testing for residual iron and manganese in treated water.

Day 2: Water Softening and High-Purity Water Systems

Module 3: Advanced Water Softening Systems (4 Hours)

  • Theory:
    • Detailed study of ion exchange principles in softening.
    • Regeneration techniques and optimization.
    • Design calculations: resin capacity, salt dosage, and flow rates.
  • Practical Session:
    • Setting up a water softening system.
    • Resin regeneration and performance testing.
    • Troubleshooting common issues (e.g., resin fouling, channeling).

Module 4: DI (Deionization) and DM (Demineralization) System Design (4 Hours)

  • Theory:
    • Differences between DI and DM systems.
    • Types of ion exchange resins used for deionization.
    • Applications of high-purity water in industries.
  • Practical Session:
    • Designing a DI/DM system based on specific feedwater quality.
    • Installation of a mixed-bed resin system.
    • Water quality testing (conductivity, TDS) and analysis.

Day 3: Membrane Filtration Technologies

Module 5: Reverse Osmosis, Ultrafiltration, and Nanofiltration (6 Hours)

Reverse Osmosis (RO):

  • Theory:
    • Understanding RO membrane technology and rejection rates.
    • Key design parameters: feedwater quality, pressure, and recovery rate.
    • Membrane fouling and scaling control.
  • Practical Session:
    • Setting up a small-scale RO system.
    • Membrane installation, testing, and performance evaluation.
    • Diagnosing and resolving common RO issues (e.g., low pressure, poor rejection).

Ultrafiltration (UF) and Nanofiltration (NF):

  • Theory:
    • Differences between UF, NF, and RO membranes.
    • Applications of UF for turbidity and microbiological removal.
    • NF for partial desalination and selective ion removal.
  • Practical Session:
    • Setting up UF and NF systems.
    • Testing for turbidity, microbial removal, and ion rejection.
    • Maintenance procedures and membrane cleaning.

Module 6: Course Assessment and Review (2 Hours)

  • Group Activity:
    • Participants design a comprehensive water treatment system based on a given case study.
    • Presentation of system design, including calculations and component selection.
  • Final Quiz and Knowledge Check:
    • Assessment covering all course modules.
  • Certificate of Completion:
    • Participants receive a certificate upon passing the assessment.

Additional Resources:

  • Detailed course manual and design templates.
  • Access to demonstration videos and system operation guides.
  • List of recommended reading materials and industry resources.

Course Fee Includes:

  • Training materials and course manual.
  • Lunch and refreshments for in-person participants.
  • Online access to course recordings and resources for virtual participants.

This intensive course provides hands-on experience and deepens participants’ understanding of advanced water treatment systems, making them well-equipped to tackle complex water quality challenges in various applications.