REF: | 15730_322705 |
DATE: | 01 - 12 Dec 2025 12.Dec.2025 |
LOCATION: |
Lisbon (Portugal) |
INDIVIDUAL FEE: |
9500 Euro |
Introduction:
Welcome to the Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment course, where we delve into the intricate processes and innovative technologies designed to address the complexities of modern water and wastewater management. This course is tailored for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of advanced treatment methodologies, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability.
Participants will explore cutting-edge techniques in physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes, focusing on optimizing efficiency and ensuring high-quality output. Through theoretical insights and practical applications, participants will gain the expertise to tackle contemporary water and wastewater treatment systems challenges, ultimately contributing to enhanced public health and environmental protection.
The Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment course offers a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of water and wastewater treatment, focusing on industrial and municipal applications. Participants will explore the principles of water and wastewater treatment processes, the difference between water and wastewater treatment, and the latest water and wastewater treatment technologies.
This Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment training covers water and wastewater treatment systems, equipment, and engineering, providing practical solutions to complex challenges in the field. Attendees will also gain hands-on experience in managing water and wastewater treatment plants through case studies and the application of cutting-edge water and wastewater treatment processes.
Targeted Groups:
- Water and wastewater treatment professionals.
- Environmental engineers and scientists.
- Municipal utility operators and managers.
- Industrial facility engineers.
- Regulatory compliance officers.
- Environmental consultants.
- Water quality analysts.
- Research and development specialists in water treatment.
Course Objectives:
At the end of this Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment course, the participants will:
- Understand advanced treatment technologies for water and wastewater.
- Design and optimize complex treatment processes.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.
- Apply innovative solutions for improving treatment efficiency.
- Analyze and interpret data to enhance system performance.
- Implement sustainable practices in water and wastewater management.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in advanced treatment systems.
- Manage projects and operations effectively in treatment facilities.
Targeted Competencies:
By the end of this Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment training, the participants competencies will:
- Advanced treatment process design and optimization.
- Regulatory compliance and standards adherence.
- Implementation of cutting-edge treatment technologies.
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving in treatment systems.
- Data analysis and performance evaluation.
- Sustainable water and wastewater management practices.
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Project management and operational efficiency.
Course Content:
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Advanced Treatment Technologies:
- Overview of advanced treatment methods.
- Comparison with conventional treatment processes.
- Principles of physical, chemical, and biological treatments.
- Application of membrane technologies.
- Use of advanced oxidation processes.
- Emerging trends and future directions in treatment technologies.
- Advantages and limitations of various advanced methods.
Unit 2: Design and Optimization of Treatment Systems:
- Criteria for designing advanced treatment systems.
- Process flow diagrams and layout considerations.
- Optimization techniques for treatment efficiency.
- Integration of multiple treatment stages.
- Case studies on successful system designs.
- Simulation and modeling tools for system design.
- Maintenance and upgrade strategies.
Unit 3: Regulatory Standards and Compliance:
- Understanding national and international regulations.
- Key compliance requirements for water and wastewater treatment.
- Documentation and reporting standards.
- Auditing and inspection procedures.
- Strategies for achieving and maintaining compliance.
- Compliance challenges and solutions.
- Role of regulatory agencies and industry standards.
Unit 4: Advanced Biological Treatment Processes:
- Principles of activated sludge and membrane bioreactors.
- Design and operation of moving bed biofilm reactors.
- Enhanced biological phosphorus and nitrogen removal.
- Performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
- Case studies on biological treatment advancements.
- Innovations in biological treatment methods.
- Impact of biological processes on effluent quality.
Unit 5: Chemical Treatment Innovations:
- Use of advanced oxidation processes (AOPs).
- Chemical precipitation and coagulation technologies.
- Advanced disinfection methods (e.g., UV, ozone).
- Reagent selection and management.
- Safety protocols for chemical handling.
- Integration of chemical treatments with biological processes.
Unit 6: Membrane Technologies and Applications:
- Types of membrane systems (RO, UF, MF).
- Membrane fouling and cleaning techniques.
- Design considerations for membrane filtration.
- Integration with other treatment processes.
- Case studies on membrane technology applications.
- Cost analysis and economic considerations of membrane systems.
- Advances in membrane materials and technology.
Unit 7: Data Analysis and System Performance:
- Techniques for data collection and analysis.
- Performance indicators and benchmarking.
- Use of software tools for performance evaluation.
- Troubleshooting performance issues.
- Data-driven decision-making for system improvements.
- Predictive analytics and maintenance.
- Case studies on data utilization for performance optimization.
Unit 8: Sustainable Water and Wastewater Management:
- Principles of sustainability in treatment practices.
- Strategies for reducing energy and resource consumption.
- Waste management and by-product utilization.
- Implementing green technologies.
- Examples of successful sustainable projects.
- Life-cycle assessment of treatment processes.
- Economic benefits of sustainable practices.
Unit 9: Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
- Identifying potential risks in treatment systems.
- Risk assessment methodologies.
- Developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Emergency response planning.
- Case studies on risk management.
- Impact of risks on system performance and safety.
- Continuous risk monitoring and assessment.
Unit 10: Project Management and Operational Efficiency:
- Principles of project management in treatment facilities.
- Scheduling and budgeting for treatment projects.
- Managing operations and maintenance efficiently.
- Staff training and development.
- Performance evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Quality assurance and control in operations.