Learning Outcomes

Course Introduction

Sources and Types of Wastewater

Pollutants in Wastewater

Need for Wastewater Management

Issues and Challenges

Lesson Summary

In this module, learning expectations and the basics of wastewater management, including terms, definitions and distinctions are discussed.

Wastewater Generation and Quantity Estimation

Quantity Estimation of Sewage

Population Forecasting Methods

Quantity Estimation of Sewage Flow

Practice Problems

In this module, you will learn how wastewater is generated, estimating quantities and how this data is used to design sewerage systems.

Quality Parameters and Standards I

Quality Parameters and Standards II

Quality Parameters and Standards III

Quality Parameters and Standards IV

In this module, learn about the parameters used to measure the quality of wastewater.

Discharge in Rivers

Purification in Rivers

Oxygen Variations in Water

Natural Purification

Engineered Treatment and Mass Balance

In this module, the fate and transport of contaminants discharged in rivers or streams and how they can be monitored.

Mass Balance Application

Mass Balance in Reactors

Municipal Wastewater Treatment

Wastewater Treatment Units

Grit Removal and Equalization

Primary Sedimentation

Sedimentation Basin Design and Settling Model

In this module, cases and conditions of mass balance and reactors and steps involved in preliminary and primary treatments of wastewater.

Biological Treatments

Microbial Growth

Kinetics of Growth

Activated Sludge Process

ASP Elements

In this module, secondary treatments; principles and processes involved in the use of microorganisms in sewage treatment plants, to remove organic matter.

Introduction

Anaerobic Degradation

Anaerobic Degradation Characteristics

Anaerobic Sludge Blanket Reactor (UASB)

Bio-gas Production

In this module, anaerobic processes in wastewater treatment, including types of microorganisms and how they function in anaerobic reactors.

Introduction to Sludge Management

Sludge Features

Sludge Treatment

Stabilization and Conditioning

Sludge Management

In this module, learn about sludge management processes; processing,  thickening, stabilization, conditioning, dewatering and hygienisation.

Adavanced Treatment of Wastewater

Nutrient Removal

Adsorption and Ion Exchange

Membrane Processes

Disinfection and Chemical Treatment

In this module, tertiary or advanced treatments of wastewater, including nitrification-denitrification, adsorption, membrane processes and chemical treatment solutions.

Alternative and Conventional Approaches

Integrated Systems: Wetlands

SBR and SBBR

MBR and MBBR

In this module, learn about alternative wastewater treatment processes that are becoming more popular due to their inherent advantages.

Reuse and Recycling

Reuse-Recycle Opportunities

Potentialities and Requirements

Regulatory Guidelines

Centralized and Decentralized Recycling

In this module, learn about trends in wastewater recycling and reuse,  including risks, challenges and global practices.

Risks, Challenges and Research Trends

Decision-Making

Public Acceptance

Global Practices and Case Studies

Course Summary I

Course Summary II

In this module, learn about the risks and challenges in wastewater recycling, including technology selection, decision making and public acceptance.

Advanced Diploma in Wastewater Treatment and Recycling - Assessment

In this course, you will learn how wastewater can be treated using different reclamation techniques.

Advanced Diploma in Wastewater Treatment and Recycling

This free online course examines water treatment technologies and their applications, such as producing usable water from wastewater. The course covers the theories and principles involved in wastewater treatment. Topics include wastewater treatment units, treatment systems and processes, re-use criteria and recycling. This course will be of interest to those studying engineering or environmental-related subjects.

Basic Concepts of Water Chemistry

Alkalinity and Treatment of Hard Water

Water Treatment and Purification Processes

In this module, you will be introduced to the properties of water, you will learn about alkalinity and the treatment of water hardness, and you will also learn the water treatment and purification processes as well as the chemical processes of water treatment.

Inorganic Chemicals and Organic Compounds

Metals and Metalloids

Laboratory Safety and Chemical Hygiene Plan

In this module, you will learn about inorganic chemicals and organic compounds, as well as how to reduce your exposure to VOCs and SOCs. discover the effects of heavy metals, and pollution control measures, and learn how to recognize and manage hazards and laboratory safety precautions.

Water Treatment and Purification - Course assessment

Learn how the principles of water chemistry drive its treatment and purification processes in this free online course.

Water Treatment and Purification

They say that ‘water is life’. It is one the most important compounds on Earth and consists of two chemical elements: hydrogen and oxygen. However, it is important to check and maintain water purity to protect health and the environment. This course explores water’s hygiene and other qualities and compares ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ water. We then conduct a chemical analysis of major and minor ions and explain laboratory hazard management.

Introduction to Soil Erosion

Soil Erosion - Factors and Effects

Mechanics of Soil Erosion

Erosion Control

In this module, you will be introduced to the concept of soil erosion as well as the causes, types, mechanics, and effects of soil erosion, and water erosion control measures.

Soil Loss Estimation

Erosivity and Erodibility

Modification in the Universal Soil Loss Equation - Part 1

Modification in the Universal Soil Loss Equation - Part 2

Soil Loss Measurement

Learn about soil loss measurement in this module from soil loss estimation, the concepts of erosivity and erodibility, and modifications in the universal soil loss equation.

Introduction to Bunds

Contour Bunds

Problems on Contour Bunds

Graded Bunds

Problems on Graded Bunds

Learn about bunds in this module from the theory, application, adaptability, and design of graded bunds and contour bunds.

Diploma in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering - First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Introduction to Terrace

Bench Terraces

Problems on Bench Terraces

Broad-Base Terraces

Problems on Broad-Base Terraces

Learn about the types of terrace in soil and water conservation engineering from this module.

Introduction to Grassed Waterways

Problems on Grassed Waterways

Parabolic Grassed Waterways

GATE Questions

Learn about grassed waterways, how to solve problems involving grassed waterways, and parabolic grassed waterways from this module.

Introduction to Gully Control Measures

Gully Control Measures - Permanent Structures

Permanent Gully Control Structures - Design Considerations

Basics of Open Channel Hydraulics - 1

Basics of Open Channel Hydraulics - 2

Learn about gully control measures, design considerations of permanent gully control structures and the basics of open channel hydraulics from this module.

Diploma in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering - Second Assessment

Diploma in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering - Final Assessment

Learn about practices and global issues involved in soil and water conservation engineering in this free online course.

Diploma in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering

Learn about the factors that affect soil and water erosion and conservation practices in this free online course. Good conservation practices are vital to our future and sustainability. Start the course today and learn about the mechanics of soil erosion, various erosion control measures and learn about the fundamentals of open channel hydraulics. This course will be of interest to anyone who wants to learn about soil and water conservation.

Drain, Waste, Vent (DWV) Systems

Terms Associated with Drain, Waste, Vent Systems

Major Components of DWV Systems

P-Trap

Drainage Fittings

Additional Information on DWV Systems

Waste Treatment

In this module, you will learn about the importance of knowing how drainage systems work, major components of a DWV system, basic parts of a P-trap, different types of DWV fittings and basic components of a conventional septic tank system.

Water Distribution Systems

Terms Associated with Water Distribution Systems

Sources of Water

Backflow

Water Distribution to Buildings

In this module, you will learn about water supply sources for private and municipal systems, purification process, how water is treated in water treatment plants and distribution methods for both private and public water supply

Understanding Drainage and Water Distribution Systems - Course Assessment

Learn more about drainage, water distribution systems, and water treatment and purification with this online course.

Understanding Drainage and Water Distribution Systems

This free online Drainage and Water Distribution Systems course will introduce you to how drainage and water distribution systems work, as well as how water is purified and treated in water treatment plants. Within any building, the drainage, waste, vent, and water distribution systems are installed and maintained by plumbers. With this course, you will gain a thorough understanding of how these plumbing systems work.

Introduction to Erosion Control Measures - Course Assessment

Learn how to effectively use bunds and terraces in soil and water conservation engineering in this free online course.

Soil and Water Conservation Engineering - Introduction to Erosion Control Measures

This free online course on erosion control measures will guide you through methods to curtail soil and water erosion. Start the course today and learn about engineering methods of water erosion control from the classifications and design parameters of bunds and terraces. This course will teach you how to effectively design erosion control structures and improve your conservation practices.

Introduction to Prevention of Pollution by Oil from Ships

Protection of the Marine Environment

Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)

UNCLOS on Marine Pollution

This module discusses the rights and responsibilities of nations with respect to the use of the world's oceans, establishing guidelines for businesses, the environment, as well as the management of marine natural resources. This module also discusses the major conventions formed to curb marine pollution and regulate the use of the world's oceans by individual states.

Sources and Effects of Marine Pollution

Bunkering operation

Loading and Discharging Oil Cargo

Bilges Pumping and Tank Cleaning

On Board Maintenance Checklist for Pollution

Pollution From HNS Cargoes

Effects of Pollution of Air by Ships

Pollution From Ballasting Operation of Ships

Trash in the Ocean

This module discusses the various sources of marine pollution from ships and possible pollution incidents during oil bunkering. In this module, pollutions from pumping out bilges and tank washing, as well as the reasons for air pollution from ships, will as be outlined. The reasons for ballast water control as well as the impact of garbage and trash from ships as ocean pollutants will also be covered in this module.

Important Articles and Protocols of MARPOL

MARPOL Annexes

MARPOL Amendments

This module highlights the definitions, applications, port state control as well as reports contained in the articles and protocols of the MARPOL. This module also covers the MARPOL convention that was incorporated to address pollution at sea and in coastal waters as well as the adoption and enforced dates of the MARPOL convention. The tabulated structure and adopted date of the MARPOL conventions will also be covered in this module.

Application and Exemption

Survey Requirements

IOPP Certificate - Duration and Validity

Requirements for Machinery Spaces

Oil Fuel Tank Protection

This module analyses the applications and exemptions of the MARPOL Annex I as well as the survey requirements of the MARPOL Annex I on sea pollution by ship due to oil spillage. This module also covers the requirements and conditions for machinery spaces as well as the conditions for the applications of oil fuel tank protection on tanks. The duration and validity of the IOPP Certificate will also be highlighted in the module.

First Assessment

Introduction to Oil Content Monitor

Bilge Oil Separator

Oil Record Book

Oil Record Book - Machinery Space

PSC and Control of Operational Discharge of Oil

This module outlines the basics operations that carry out the functions of the separation of oily water as well as the legal record of proper compliance and evidence of things done right. This module also highlights the inclusion conditions and exemptions of the completion of the Oil Record book. The port state as well as the conditional discharge of oil in various vessels will also be covered in this topic.

Segregated Ballast Tanks

Double Hull and Double Bottom Requirements for Oil Tankers

Prevention of Oil Pollution from Oil Tankers

Accidental Oil Outflow Performance

Hypothetical Outflow of Oil From Tanker Due to Damage

Limitations of Size and Arrangement of Cargo Tanks

Intact Stability, Subdivisions, and Damaged Stability

Slop Tanks

This module discusses the applications of the Segregated Ballast Tanks as well as the double hull and double bottom requirements for oil tanks. This module also highlights the regulation to oil tankers of 5,000 tonnes deadweight and the damages resulting from the hypothetical outflow of oil from a tanker. The arrangement of cargo tanks, as well as stability conditions and slop tanks, will also be covered in this module.

Discharge Arrangement for Tankers

Systems and Arrangements

Crude Oil Washing Requirements

Oil Discharge Monitoring and Control System (ODMCS)

Oil/Water Interface Detector

This module discusses the preventing oil pollution by ships from the discharge arrangement for tankers, segregated or clean ballast, Ballast Water Management Convention. This module also analyses the regulations and system requirements of the oil pollution prevention convention. Oil filtering equipment and the cargo operations of the oil record books will also be covered in this topic.

Learn about regulations and methods aimed at preventing oil pollution from ships and tankers in this free online course.

Diploma in Prevention of Pollution by Oil from Ships

‘Diploma in Prevention of Pollution by Oil from Ships’ is a free online course that provides an effective guide to understanding the protection of the marine environment. Learn about the sources, effects and conventions to curb marine pollution as you analyze the relevant equipment, regulations and up-to-date terminology of this important field.