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Prerequisites:
WCT100, Wastewater Operator-In-Training, or successful completion of Ministry OIT certification exam.
This is an introductory course in water treatment and presents basic knowledge and practices, theories, and applications relevant to wastewater flows and characteristics, basic treatment processes, and plant operations. In addition, students will study wastewater characteristics, preliminary treatment, primary treatment, stabilization ponds, secondary treatment, sludge processing and disinfection. Related concepts in chemistry, math, hydraulics, equipment, and safety legislation are also reinforced.