Basic Water Treatment

Basic Water Treatment Training Course

Course Title:
Comprehensive Basic Water Treatment Training

Course Duration:
2 Days (16 Hours Total)

Course Mode:
In-Person: 3,300 Cedis
Online: 2,900 Cedis

Target Audience:
This course is designed for water treatment professionals, operators, technicians, and anyone interested in water treatment. Basic knowledge of water treatment and plumbing would be an advantage.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will:

  • Understand the fundamentals of water treatment processes.
  • Gain knowledge of various water quality parameters and their significance.
  • Learn different water disinfection methods and filtration technologies.
  • Be able to design basic water treatment systems for drinking and wastewater.
  • Acquire practical skills in water testing, desalination, and chemical dosing.

Day 1: Fundamentals of Water Treatment

Module 1: Introduction to Water Treatment (1 Hour)

  • Overview of water treatment: Importance and applications.
  • Common water treatment processes for drinking and wastewater.
  • Water treatment standards and regulations.

Module 2: Water Quality (1 Hour)

  • Key water quality parameters: pH, turbidity, TDS, hardness, alkalinity.
  • Physical, chemical, and microbiological contaminants.
  • How to assess water quality for different uses.

Module 3: Water Disinfection (1 Hour)

  • Importance of disinfection in water treatment.
  • Methods of disinfection:
    • Chlorination
    • Ultraviolet (UV) treatment
    • Ozonation
  • Pros and cons of each method.

Module 4: Types of Water Filtration (1.5 Hours)

  • Overview of filtration processes: mechanical, chemical, and biological.
  • Key filtration mechanisms: adsorption, absorption, and sedimentation.
  • Choosing the right filtration method based on water quality.

Module 5: Types of Water Filters (1 Hour)

  • Common filters used in water treatment:
    • Sand filters
    • Carbon filters
    • Membrane filters (RO, UF, NF)
    • Cartridge filters
  • Selection criteria for different applications.

Day 2: Introduction to Advanced Water Treatment and System Design

Module 6: Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment (1.5 Hours)

  • Drinking Water Treatment:
    • Steps in treating drinking water (coagulation, flocculation, filtration, disinfection).
  • Wastewater Treatment:
    • Primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment processes.
    • Introduction to biological treatment (aerobic and anaerobic processes).

Module 7: Water Testing and Interpretation (1 Hour)

  • Importance of regular water testing.
  • Testing procedures for key parameters (pH, hardness, chlorine, iron).
  • How to interpret test results and make necessary adjustments.

Module 8: Water Filtration System Design (Theory) (1.5 Hours)

  • Design principles for water filtration systems.
  • Key considerations: flow rate, pressure, water quality, and system capacity.
  • Introduction to system configuration and layout planning.

Module 9: Water Filtration System Design (Practical) (2 Hours)

  • Hands-on session: Participants work in groups to design a basic water filtration system.
  • Case study analysis and presentation.
  • Feedback and discussion on system design choices.

Module 10: Water Desalination Basics (Theory and Practical) (1.5 Hours)

  • Theory:
    • Introduction to desalination: Reverse osmosis (RO), electrodialysis, and distillation.
    • Application of desalination in coastal and brackish water treatment.
  • Practical:
    • Demonstration of a small-scale RO system.
    • Discussion of challenges and maintenance tips.

Module 11: Acidic Water Treatment (Theory and Practical) (1 Hour)

  • Theory:
    • Causes of acidic water and its impact on plumbing and health.
    • Methods of pH adjustment (neutralizers, chemical dosing).
  • Practical:
    • Hands-on practice using calcite and soda ash systems for pH adjustment.

Module 12: Water Softening System (Theory and Practical) (1.5 Hours)

  • Theory:
    • Understanding hardness in water and its effects.
    • Ion exchange process in water softening.
  • Practical:
    • Operation of a softening system.
    • Regeneration of ion exchange resin.

Module 13: Coagulation and Flocculation (Theory and Practical) (1 Hour)

  • Theory:
    • Principles of coagulation and flocculation.
    • Common coagulants used in water treatment.
  • Practical:
    • Demonstration of jar testing to optimize coagulant dosage.
    • Observation of floc formation and settling.

Module 14: Metering Pump and Chemical Dosing System (1 Hour)

  • Overview of metering pumps and their role in chemical dosing.
  • Selecting the right pump for your application.
  • Calibration and maintenance of dosing pumps.

Module 15: Iron and Manganese Removal (1 Hour)

  • Causes of iron and manganese in water and their effects.
  • Removal methods: aeration, filtration, and chemical oxidation.
  • Demonstration of iron removal using AquanOX media.

Course Assessment:

  • Quiz and Knowledge Check (30 Minutes)
    • Multiple-choice and short-answer questions covering all modules.
  • Certificate of Completion:
    • Participants receive a certificate after passing the final assessment.

Additional Resources:

  • Comprehensive course manual and design worksheets.
  • Access to demonstration videos and troubleshooting guides.
  • List of recommended readings and industry resources.

Course Fee Includes:

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

This course provides a solid foundation in water treatment principles, with a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to ensure participants are equipped to design and operate basic water treatment systems.