Course Description

This course provides an in-depth look into the conventional technologies used for drinking water treatment. It covers various unit processes involved in the treatment chain and delves into the physical, chemical, and biological processes that form the basis of these systems. The course emphasizes how these treatments affect water quality and the sizing of unit processes within the treatment chain. Additionally, it prepares students to perform basic calculations necessary for the preliminary design of a drinking water treatment plant.

What Students Will Learn

• Identification and understanding of the process units involved in urban water services, particularly in basic drinking water technologies.
• Detailed explanation of the function of each process unit involved.
• Understanding of the physical and chemical processes used in water treatment.
• Capability to perform simple design calculations for drinking water treatment plants.

Pre-requisites

Students are recommended to have a high school level of understanding in mathematics and chemistry to fully benefit from the course.

Course Coverage

• Introduction to drinking water treatment and key design considerations.
• Fundamentals of water quality parameters and necessary improvements.
• Methods and calculations for groundwater treatment processes.
• Approaches and calculations for surface water treatment processes.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for individuals interested in water management, environmental engineering, or anyone involved in the designing and maintenance of water treatment facilities. It serves as a valuable educational resource for engineering students or practitioners looking to enhance their knowledge in water treatment technologies.

Application of Skills in the Real World

Skills acquired from this course can be applied in various real-world settings, including:

• Designing and optimizing drinking water treatment plants.
• Improving water quality control measures within municipal or industrial settings.
• Participating in the planning and development of sustainable water management strategies.

Syllabus

1. Introduction to Drinking Water Treatment
2. Water Quality Assessment and Needs
3. Groundwater Treatment Technologies and Calculations
4. Surface Water Treatment Technologies and Calculations