| Aeration and Energy Considerations |
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This presentation provides a comprehensive study
of Aeration of Biological Wastewater Treatment
Systems, and the critical energy requirements.
Various aeration design configurations are
compared, along with capital and operating cost
considerations. Design engineering calculations are
interactively worked on. Process control systems
and system troubleshooting are systematically
reviewed. Pilot testing protocols for design
evaluations are presented. Case histories of
installations are analyzed. Aeration calculations
from every perspective are presented as an
operational process control tool. |
MichaelStenstrom.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. Michael Stenstrom |
35 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. Michael Stenstrom |
32 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Dr. Michael Stenstrom |
34 Minutes |
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| Segment 4 |
Dr. Michael Stenstrom |
35 Minutes |
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| Segment 5 |
Dr. Michael Stenstrom |
32 Minutes |
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| Analytical Protocol for Process Control |
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This presentation discusses the methods of
characterizing refinery wastewater for its
biological treatment. The physics, chemistry,
biology and required laboratory equipment for the
measurements are reviewed. The significance
of each water quality parameter is related to
the treatment process in terms of wastewater
treatability. Specific topics include: overview
of activated sludge process, measurements of
wastewater quality (dissolved oxygen, biochemical
oxygen demands, chemical oxygen demand, solids,
nutrients, sludge volume index, etc.), monitoring
of wastewater characteristics for treatment
management and statistical treatment of water
quality data. |
Jerry Lin.zip |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
30 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
30 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
30 Minutes |
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| Segment 4 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
35 Minutes |
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| Segment 5 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
36 Minutes |
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| Physical - Mechanical Pretreatment Systems |
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This presentation covers the design and operation
of the major pretreatment systems in the central
WWTP configuration, including API Oil-Water
Separators, as well as Dissolved \ Induced Air
Flotation Oil & Solids Separation. Equalization
and "off-spec." Diversion strategy design
considerations are reviewed. Important compliance
guidelines for the handling of sludge, as well as
for operational considerations such as mixing
are addressed. Downstream effects on biological
wastewater treatment processes are reviewed.
Upstream source control is also considered in the
operation of these systems. |
DavisFord.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. Davis Ford |
31 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. Davis Ford |
44 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Dr. Davis Ford |
36 Minutes |
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| Segment 4 |
Dr. Davis Ford |
31 Minutes |
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| Chemical Oxidation Treatment Alternatives |
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This presentation explores chemical oxidation
treatment alternatives in wastewater applications.
Usage of Hydrogen Peroxide, Potassium
Permanganate, Fenton's Reagent, Chlorine, and
few additional alternatives for Hydroxyl Radical
generation are all examined. Pretreatment for
Hydrogen Sulfide and Phenols is addressed.
Control of Filamentous Organisms and Algae is
also covered. Supplemental supply of Oxygen and
Oxidation of Selenium species are also studied.
Case histories of applications are reviewed, as well
as special safety considerations required in the
handling of these strong oxidizers. |
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| Segment 1 |
Mr. Michael Fagan |
36 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Mr. Michael Fagan |
25 Minutes |
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| Clarifier Troubleshooting &
Solids Flux Analysis |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
38 Minutes |
This presentation reviews the growth phases
and the associated floc characteristics of
microorganisms. The solids balance analysis in
secondary clarifiers is discussed. The application
of actual plant Sludge Volume Index (SVI) data
is programmed in an interactive demonstration
of advanced State Point \ Solids Flux analysis.
An interactive Solids Flux Predictive Model is
presented. Specific topics include bacterial growth
and substrate utilization in biological wastewater
treatment, reactor and clarifier engineering for
biological wastewater treatment, calculation of
solids flux with adjustment optimizations, and
analysis of solids transport in secondary clarifiers. |
Jerry Lin.zip |
| Introduction to Clarifier State
Point Analysis |
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This presentation builds the foundation for
understanding the process variables in the
operation of Secondary Clarifiers in a biological
Activated Sludge treatment design. In particular the
inter-relationships of the Clarifier process variables
are quantified. The Clarifier State Point Analysis
is examined from 2 perspectives: Solids Settling
& Solids Thickening. Process control adjustment
strategies are derived from various results of the
State Point Analysis. The value of the State Point
Analysis tool is interactively demonstrated for
achieving quantified process control of Secondary
Clarifiers. |
DavidJenkins.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
25 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
26 Minutes |
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| Microscopic Techniques for
Process Control |
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This presentation builds a solid foundation
in learning how to use the Microscope as a
biological wastewater treatment process
control tool. Interactively covered are
Microscope Operation & Maintenance,
Microscopic Slide Preparations & Stains,
Series of Pertinent Tests, Test Procedures,
Identification of Strains, Interpretation of Test
Results, and Relationships of Test Results
to Process Control Adjustments. Protozoa,
Zooglea, Filaments, and Floc-Formers are
examined. Polysaccharide secretion is
addressed. |
DavidJenkins.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
44 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
25 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
25 Minutes |
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| Liquids Solids Separation &
Clarification |
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This presentation starts with the review of the
theories of Liquids-Solids Separation. Various
Secondary Clarifier designs are reviewed,
and design considerations are focused on.
All variables in the clarification process are
examined. Clarifier performance metrics are
evaluated based on Effluent Quality and Sludge
Thickening. Sludge Recycle and Wasting
strategies are reviewed. Sludge De-Watering
& Disposal operations are also examined from
the standpoint of economics. |
DavidJenkins.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
44 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
32 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
32 Minutes |
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| Segment 4 |
Dr. David Jenkins |
32 Minutes |
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| NPDES & RCRA Permit
Compliance |
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This presentation establishes the guidelines
for regulatory compliance on wastewater
and related sludge. The understanding of
NPDES Effluent Discharge regulations is
condensed into an easy to follow summary
based on frequency of relative concern.
The understanding of RCRA Sludge Disposal
regulations is condensed into an easy to
follow summary based on frequency of
relative concern. Important RCRA & NPDES
considerations of specific nature to oil, gas,
and petrochemicals are examined in great
detail. Common testing method interferences
are presented. |
LialTischler.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. Lial Tischler |
40 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. Lial Tischler |
33 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Dr. Lial Tischler |
32 Minutes |
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| Operational Process Control
Strategy |
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This presentation builds a Quantitative
Process Control System from the ground up.
Detailed Analytical Protocol is examined.
Interpretation of analytical results is presented
in a systematic approach. Mean Cell Retention
Time and Food to Mass operational strategies
are interactively studied. Quantitative
adjustment formulas for the process control
variables are interactively studied and applied.
Carbonaceous removal and Nitrification
mechanisms are reviewed. Process variable
adjustments are related to both compliance
and economics. Valuable reference materials
for ease of day-to-day process control
operations are provided and explained. |
DavidKujawski.zip |
| Segment 1 |
Mr. David Kujawski |
58 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Mr. David Kujawski |
31 Minutes |
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| Segment 3 |
Mr. David Kujawski |
44 Minutes |
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| Segment 4 |
Mr. David Kujawski |
44 Minutes |
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| Predictive & Definitive
Biokinetic Modeling |
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This presentation covers the application of
the most advanced process control tools for
Biokinetic Modeling. Practical use of Biokinetic
Modeling tools in an Operations setting
are examined. Procedures for determining
full-scale plant Biokinetic Constants are
presented. Interpretation of Biokinetic
Constant data is explained. Software adjuncts
for these tools are demonstrated. The Gaudy
Model is featured, along with The Lawrence
& McCarty Model. Case histories of modeling
projects are reviewed. |
DavidKujawski.zip |
| Segment 1 |
Mr. David Kujawski |
31 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Mr. David Kujawski |
28 Minutes |
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| Process Modeling & Statistical
Analysis |
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This presentation builds a foundation for
understanding Biokinetic Theory & Principles.
The value of using kinetic rate data across
a wide range of parameters is interactively
demonstrated. The practical use of Statistical
Analysis as a process control tool across multi-
variant platforms is examined. Experimental
Design using Statistical Analysis is illustrated
as a valuable process control tool. The use of
Statistical Analysis as a pre-qualifying stage
in the development of Physical Models in
presented. |
JerryLin.zip |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
30 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. Jerry Lin |
31 Minutes |
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| RCRA Sludge Handling &
Disposal Systems |
Mr. Eddie Sechrest |
32 Minutes |
This presentation covers treatment system
designs and equipment considerations for
the processing and disposal of RCRA listed
Sludges. This is presented from 2 perspectives,
both Compliance and Economics. Common
processing mistakes are focused on. Various
treatment system design configurations are
compared from a cost - benefit approach. |
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| Selenium & Mercury Removal
Alternatives |
Mr. Ryan MacAfee |
33 Minutes |
This presentation covers 2 of the more
recently expressed concerns for contaminant
removal and compliance: Selenium & Mercury.
The increasing regulatory attention for these
contaminants is discussed. Sources and
treatment alternatives are reviewed. Various
treatment system design configurations are
compared from a cost - benefit approach. |
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| Upstream Source Control and
Wastewater Reuse |
Mr. David Kujawski |
40 Minutes |
This presentation explores critical
considerations for the implementation of
Source Control as a process control tool for
the central WWTP. Early Detection of "off-
spec." influent as well as efficient Diversionary
strategy for such influent is addressed.
Upstream Analytical Protocol to accommodate
Source Control is reviewed. Specific Upstream
Testing Methods are presented. Two upstream
processes are focused on: Desalting & Sour
Water Stripping. Reuse of certain wastewater
streams as supply water is presented
from both a compliance and an economic
perspective. |
DavidKujawski.zip |
| VOC Emissions and NESHAPS
Control |
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This presentation covers Volatile Organic
Compounds, Benzene, and Air Quality control.
NESHAPS compliance regulations are
condensed and reviewed based on frequency
of concern. Various treatment system designs
are reviewed from both a compliance and an
economic perspective. Experimental Design
and Treatability Study criteria are examined.
Appropriate testing protocols for both
compliance and process control are reviewed.
Several real plant examples and case histories
are illustrated. |
LialTischler.pdf |
| Segment 1 |
Dr. Lial Tischler |
31 Minutes |
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| Segment 2 |
Dr. Lial Tischler |
33 Minutes |
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