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Mark P. Rossow, Ph.D, PE Retired
This course provides an overview of the need for and characteristics of municipal wastewater treatment systems. Various types of pollutants are described. Primary, secondary, and advanced treatment processes are discussed. Issues of disposal of wastewater residuals and biosolids are presented. The discussion is extended to decentralized systems as well. The course is based on an EPA primer on wastewater treatment systems and is especially suitable for engineers with no previous background in wastewater treatment. All technical terms are clearly defined and explained.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
NY PE & PLS: You must choose courses that are technical in nature or related to matters of laws and ethics contributing to the health and welfare of the public. NY Board does not accept courses related to office management, risk management, leadership, marketing, accounting, financial planning, real estate, and basic CAD. Specific course topics that are on the borderline and are not acceptable by the NY Board have been noted under the course description on our website.