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Design and Selection of Small
Wastewater Systems
Edward Brunet, Jr., P.E.
Overview
In this course the student
will review EM 1110-2-501, "Design, Construction and Operation of Small
Wastewater Systems" published by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This
course is particularly relevant to engineers involved in the design,
construction and operation of small wastewater systems, as well as engineers
interested in gaining a fundamental understanding of the design of small
wastewater systems.
The material covered in the
referenced document is quite comprehensive. Typical wastewater rates and
characteristics are discussed for various types of fixtures and facilities.
Treatment options and their respective design considerations are presented
ranging from small individual units, such as composting toilets and septic
tanks, to complete small-scale treatment systems incorporating preliminary,
primary and secondary treatment methods. Design of wastewater collection
systems is also addressed, as well as regulatory requirements for the disposal
of sludge.
The student must take a
multiple-choice quiz at the end of this course to earn PDH credits.
Specific Knowledge or Skill Attained
This course teaches the following specific knowledge and
skills:
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Wastewater generation
rates and characterization for various types of recreational facilities.
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Collection systems for
wastewater, including truck transport, gravity flow piping systems and force
main systems
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Small individual
wastewater treatment units, including composting toilets, vault toilets and
septic tanks.
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Design of conventional
multi-stage wastewater treatment facilities, including preliminary, primary
and secondary treatment methods
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Aerobic, anaerobic and
facultative stabilization ponds
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Natural systems for
wastewater treatment, including both soil-based and aquatic methods
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The use of wetlands for
wastewater treatment
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Nutrient removal
requirements and methods
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Sludge treatment and
disposal regulations
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Disinfection methods for
wastewater effluents
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Wastewater treatment
process selection
Course
Click on the following PDF attachments to review EM 1110-2-501, "Design,
Construction and Operation of Small Wastewater Systems" and Appendix C,
"Wastewater Characterization Data" prior to taking a quiz for credit.
"Design, Construction and Operation of Small Wastewater Systems"
The course quiz will be based on the main
document, EM 1110-2-501, and Appendix C only. To view all of the
Appendices to the document, you may visit the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
website at the following URL:
http://www.usace.army.mil/inet/usace-docs/eng-manuals/em1110-2-501/toc.htm
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To obtain PDH credits for this course, you will need to take a quiz for
credit. Click on the link below.
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