Day 1:
Fundamentals of Wastewater Treatment
Overview of wastewater characteristics and sources.
Introduction to primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment processes.
Key parameters affecting treatment efficiency (e.g., BOD, COD, TSS).
Case study: Lessons learned from the Thames Tideway Tunnel project.
Day 2:
Site Analysis and Technology Selection
Conducting feasibility studies and site assessments.
Evaluating available technologies for specific applications.
Balancing cost-effectiveness with environmental impact.
Group activity: Designing a preliminary treatment flowchart.
Day 3:
Advanced Treatment Technologies
Membrane bioreactors and ultrafiltration systems.
Biological nutrient removal techniques.
Emerging trends in energy recovery and resource recovery.
Interactive session: Simulation of an advanced oxidation process.
Day 4:
Compliance and Project Management
Understanding local and international regulatory frameworks.
Developing risk management plans for wastewater projects.
Budgeting, procurement, and timeline optimization.
Workshop: Drafting a compliance report for a hypothetical plant.
Day 5:
Innovation and Sustainability
Circular economy concepts in wastewater management.
Smart monitoring and IoT applications in plant operations.
Strategies for climate-resilient infrastructure.
Final presentation: Participants showcase their integrated design proposals.
