Level 1 Award in Fundamentals of Wastewater Treatment
Level 1 Award in Fundamentals of Wastewater Treatment
- Gain a solid understanding of wastewater treatment processes and their role in environmental protection.
- Learn about different stages of wastewater treatment, including preliminary, primary, secondary, and tertiary treatments.
- Understand the importance of wastewater treatment for public health, environmental sustainability, and water conservation.
- Prepare for further studies or a career in environmental engineering, water treatment, or waste management.
- Understand the basic principles and importance of wastewater treatment in protecting public health and the environment.
- Be familiar with the main stages of wastewater treatment and the processes involved in each.
- Understand the role of physical, chemical, and biological treatments in wastewater purification.
- Learn about the regulatory frameworks governing wastewater treatment and the technologies used in the industry.
- Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
- Overview of the global water crisis and the need for effective wastewater management.
- Basic principles of water pollution, its impact on human health, and the environment.
- Stages of Wastewater Treatment
- Study of the key stages in wastewater treatment: preliminary, primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment.
- The role and function of each treatment stage in removing pollutants and contaminants from wastewater.
- Physical, Chemical, and Biological Treatment Processes
- Overview of physical treatment methods like screening, sedimentation, and filtration.
- Study of chemical treatment processes such as coagulation, flocculation, and disinfection.
- Introduction to biological treatment methods like activated sludge, trickling filters, and bioreactors.
- Water Quality Standards and Regulatory Framework
- Overview of water quality standards and regulations governing wastewater treatment practices.
- Understanding local and global environmental regulations related to wastewater discharge and treatment.
- Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Wastewater Treatment
- Introduction to new and emerging technologies in wastewater treatment, including membrane filtration and advanced oxidation processes.
- The role of sustainable practices in modern wastewater treatment plants.
- Progress to more advanced studies in environmental engineering, wastewater management, or water resource management.
- Work in entry-level roles in water treatment plants, wastewater consultancy, or environmental compliance.
- Pursue careers in industries focusing on water conservation, environmental protection, or sustainable infrastructure.
- Comprehensive Learning: Gain a fundamental understanding of wastewater treatment that forms the basis for more advanced environmental studies.
- Practical Focus: Learn through real-world case studies, industry practices, and examples of wastewater treatment systems.
- Experienced Instructors: Study from experts with practical experience in water treatment and environmental management.
- Globally Recognized Certification: Enhance your career opportunities with a certification that is respected in the environmental engineering and water treatment industries.
Study Units
- Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
- Overview of the global water crisis and the need for effective wastewater management.
- Basic principles of water pollution, its impact on human health, and the environment.
- Stages of Wastewater Treatment
- Study of the key stages in wastewater treatment: preliminary, primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment.
- The role and function of each treatment stage in removing pollutants and contaminants from wastewater.
- Physical, Chemical, and Biological Treatment Processes
- Overview of physical treatment methods like screening, sedimentation, and filtration.
- Study of chemical treatment processes such as coagulation, flocculation, and disinfection.
- Introduction to biological treatment methods like activated sludge, trickling filters, and bioreactors.
- Water Quality Standards and Regulatory Framework
- Overview of water quality standards and regulations governing wastewater treatment practices.
- Understanding local and global environmental regulations related to wastewater discharge and treatment.
- Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Wastewater Treatment
- Introduction to new and emerging technologies in wastewater treatment, including membrane filtration and advanced oxidation processes.
- The role of sustainable practices in modern wastewater treatment plants.
Upon completing this award, learners will:
- Understand the basic principles and importance of wastewater treatment in protecting public health and the environment.
- Be familiar with the main stages of wastewater treatment and the processes involved in each.
- Understand the role of physical, chemical, and biological treatments in wastewater purification.
- Learn about the regulatory frameworks governing wastewater treatment and the technologies used in the industry.
This foundational course is ideal for individuals seeking to understand the basics of wastewater treatment and its environmental significance. It is suitable for:
Aspiring Water and Environmental Professionals
Those looking to begin a career in wastewater treatment, environmental engineering, or water resource management.
Municipal and Utility Staff
Entry-level employees or support staff in local councils, water boards, or sanitation departments involved in water and wastewater services.
Students and School Leavers
Learners interested in exploring environmental science, sustainability, or engineering as a future study or career path.
Community Health and Sanitation Workers
People working in public health, development, or NGO sectors who need basic knowledge of sanitation and wastewater treatment processes.
Maintenance and Facility Technicians
Individuals responsible for managing or overseeing building wastewater systems in residential, commercial, or industrial facilities.
Construction and Infrastructure Support Staff
Workers in the construction industry involved in projects with drainage, sewage, or water systems who require an understanding of wastewater handling.
Environmentally-Conscious Individuals
Anyone passionate about sustainability and water conservation who wants to learn how clean water is preserved through treatment processes.
Our assessment process is designed to ensure every learner achieves the required level of knowledge, skills, and understanding outlined in each course unit.
Purpose of Assessment
Assessment helps measure how well a learner has met the learning outcomes. It ensures consistency, quality, and fairness across all learners.
What Learners Need to Do
Learners must provide clear evidence that shows they have met all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit. This evidence can take different forms depending on the course and type of learning.
Types of Acceptable Evidence
Assignments, reports, or projects
Worksheets or written tasks
Portfolios of practical work
Answers to oral or written questions
Test or exam papers
Understanding the Structure
Learning outcomes explain what learners should know, understand, or be able to do.
Assessment criteria set the standard learners must meet to achieve each learning outcome.
Assessment Guidelines
All assessment must be authentic, current, and relevant to the unit.
Evidence must match each assessment criterion clearly.
Plagiarism or copied work is not accepted.
All learners must complete assessments within the given timelines.
Where applicable, assessments may be reviewed or verified by internal or external quality assurers.
Full learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each qualification are available from page 8 of the course handbook.
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