Effective Nutrient Removal: Strategies for Success

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  State Approval Information:

Arizona 
1 Professional Development Hour (PDH)
California 
- 0.1 CEU - State Water Resources Control Board
Illinois - 1 Hour - Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) #22417
Michigan 
- 0.1 CEC - Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) #3389

New York 
- 1 Contact Hour - NYSDEC
North Carolina - 1 Continuing Education (CE) Hour - Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC) CE08052502
South Carolina
- 1 Continuing Education (CE) Hour
Texas - 1 Continuing Education (CE) Credits/Hour - TCEQ #1809

Virginia - 1 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Hour 
Washington - 0.1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) - Wastewater Operator Certification Program, Department of Ecology, State of Washington (ECY25-4121) 
Wisconsin - 1 Continuing Education Credit (CEC) - Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

*If your state is not listed, we're currently working on approval there. You are still welcome to enroll for professional growth.

*This one hour course also appears in: 

Wastewater Problem Solving (0.7 Wastewater CEUs)

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Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive overview of nutrient removal in wastewater treatment, focusing on biological and chemical methods for reducing nitrogen and phosphorus levels. Participants will explore key removal processes, troubleshooting techniques, and optimization strategies to enhance treatment efficiency and regulatory compliance.


What is Covered:

  • Biological nutrient removal (BNR) processes, including nitrification, denitrification, and phosphorus removal
  • ​Chemical nutrient removal methods, such as precipitation and dosing​
  • Process optimization strategies for maximizing nutrient removal efficiency​
  • Troubleshooting common nutrient removal challenges, including fluctuating influent levels and sludge management​
  • Advanced monitoring and automation techniques for nutrient control​


Audience:
This course is designed for wastewater operators, engineers, and plant supervisors seeking to improve nutrient removal performance, reduce environmental impact, and meet strict effluent quality standards.

Course Lessons

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