WTRQ 2150 - Water Treatment

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MATH 1710 - Pre-calculus Algebra   

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MATH 1730 - Pre-calculus   

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MATH 1830 - Applied Calculus  

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MATH 1910 - Calculus I   

Course Description:
This course emphasizes the theory and calculations associated with water treatment. Topics include controlling metal ions, fluoridation, softening and other dissolved compounds. The safe handling and disposal of wastes generated from water treatment is also discussed. This course includes required field experience at local drinking water treatment facilities.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to

1. Relate broad concepts, principles, and theory pertaining to water sources, quality, treatment options, and regulatory requirements for drinking water operations. 
2. Identify generalized water treatment system components, and relate the functions of these components to drinking water quality. 
3. Explain methods used for controlling iron and manganese in water treatment systems. 
4. Explain reasons for water fluoridation and calculate fluoride feed-rates needed to properly dose given water-delivery systems. 
5. Explain methods commonly used for water softening. 
6. Compare, contrast and report on operations similarities and differences at multiple locally accessible municipal drinking water treatment systems through on-site visits and staff interviews. 
7. Describe causes and contexts for specific drinking-water problems.
8. Describe the trihalomethane and haloacetic acids problem and summarize solutions. 
9. Sketch, label, and describe membrane-based treatment options used in water-treatment systems. 
10. Compare and contrast water treatment plant operational procedures, safety, and maintenance at selected local water-treatment systems.