Description

“Biology of the Activated Sludge Process: The Bacteria” provides a review of the roles performed by the significant groups of bacteria in the activated sludge process. The class introduces the activated sludge process as a “river in a box” by comparing the natural cleansing action of wastewater by a river to the degradation of wastewater by the activated sludge process. Bacterial structures, e.g., cell wall, cell membrane, etc., are identified and their roles in the treatment process are presented. In addition, the response to inhibitory and toxic wastes and harsh conditions are provided. The difference between bacterial growth and reproduction (sludge production) is offered as well as a review of the bacterial “growth” curve and its relationship to sludge production. Because MLVSS does not include only bacteria, a description of the MLVSS is provided with caution in interrupting MLVSS as only bacteria. Floc formation, the “key” to successful wastewater treatment is illustrated along with acceptable floc formation and unacceptable (interruption of) floc formation. Finally, a brief description of the significant groups of bacteria is presented.

Course Details

Wastewater Training Contact Hours (TCHs) are approved in CT and MA and pending approval in ME, NH, RI, NY, VT

Presented by JETCC. Maine JETCC is a program managed by NEIWPCC through a contract with Maine DEP.
All participants must be registered to view the course. Registration closes when the class starts.

Cancellations: Cancellations must be received at maine@NEIWPCC.org no less than 24 hours prior to course start time.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION FEE DETAILS: This training may be available to you at half-price due to funding available through the Harold Alfond Center for the Advancement of Maine’s Workforce. However, you must apply for this funding before the start of the program. For more information on this funding opportunity, visit the Center’s website here or contact Edward Wright at https://www.mccs.me.edu/workforce-training/ or contact ewright@mccs.me.edu or (207) 227-2603.