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Water Quality
Instructional
Resources
Information
System
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WATER QUALITY CONTROL
INSTRUCTIONAL
MATERIALS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 1
Catalog Format and Use 2
Supplements to This Catalog 3
Ordering Information 3
Preview for Purchase 3
Return Procedure and Late Charge 4
Loss and Damage 4
Rights Purchased 4
Geographic Restrictions . 5
Rental Costs 5
Purchasing Information 5
Slide-Tape Instruction Units 7
Suggestions for the Discussion Leader 8
Numerical Index 9
Abstracts 10
Videocassette Instructional Units 41
Numerical Index 43
Abstracts 47
Package Courses (PC) and Modules 65
Numerical Index 67
Abstracts 69
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TOPICAL INDEX
VC = Videocassette
XT = Slide-Tape
AQUATIC BIOLOGY
Algae as an Indication of Pollution (VC-25) 50
Analysis of Plankton (VC-24) 50
Aquatic Ecosystem (VC-20) 49
B.C. and the Clams (VC-10) 48
Bioassay Procedure (VC-27) 51
Microscopic Examination of Activated Sludge (VC-8) 47
Organisms Associated with Wastewater Treatment (VC-26) 51
Plankton and Eutrophication (VC-7) 47
Stream Biota: Riffle Organisms (VC-11) 48
BACTERIOLOGY
Grab Sampling for Bacteriological Analysis (XT-95) 28
MPN Procedures: Equipment and Supplies (VC-12) 48
MPN Procedures: Tests (VC-13) 49
CHEMICAL PROCEDURES
Alkalinity (XT-66) 23
Atomic Absorption (XT-26) 13
Atomic Absorption Instrumentation - Lab Briefing (VC-29) 51
Buret: Construction and Use (VC-4) 47
Chemical "Oxygen Demand (COD) (XT-27) 13
Determination of Alkalinity (XT-68) 24
Determination of Ammonia Nitrogen (XT-67) 24
Determination of Biochemical Oxygen Demand (XT-54) 21
Determination of Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) (XT-48) 20
Determination of Dissolved Oxygen Using a DO Meter (VC-41) 52
Determination of DO-Polarographic Probe Method (XT-83) 25
Determination of DO: Standardization of Sodium Thiosulfate (VC-39). 52
Determination of DO: Titration of Sample (VC-38) 51
Determination of Five Day Biochemical Oxygen Demand (VC-40) 52
Determination of Grease and Oil (XT-56) 21
Determination of Oil and Grease: Basic Skills, Separatory Funnel
(VC-55) 53
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Determination of Oil and Grease: Distillation Set-up (VC-56). ... 53
Determination of Phenolics (XT-28) 14
Determination of Phosphorus (XT-44) 19
Determination of Suspended Solids (XT-57) 22
Determination of Total Organic Carbon (TOC) (XT-59) 22
Determination of Total Residual Chlorine: lodometric Titration
Method (XT-93) 28
Dissolved Oxygen Determination (XT-29) 14
Flameless Atomic Absorption Determination of Mercury (Coleman
MAS-50) (XT-92) 27
Fluoride Analytical Procedures (XT-80) 25
Fluoride Determination in Water (SPADNS Method) (VC-9) 48
Infrared Spectroscopy: AgCl Window, NaCl Window (VC-23) 50
Laboratory Briefing: COD Titration Procedures (VC-6) 47
pH Meter—Laboratory Operation (XT-69) 24
Settleable Solids (VC-42) 53
Suspended Solids (VC-21) 49
Use of a Spectrophotometer (VC-57) 54
Use of the Spectronic 20 Spectrophotometer (XT-51) 21
Winkler Dissolved Oxygen Determination (VC-5) 47
CHLORINE - TREATMENT PLANTS
Determination of Total Residual Chlorine: lodometric Titration
Method (XT-93) 28
Let's Inventory your Chlorine Handling Practices (XT-35) 16
Residual Chlorine and Chlorine Demand (XT-37) 16
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
Erosion and Sediment Control Course Module (VC and XT-96.1 - 6.13) . 28
Urban Stormwater Runoff (XT-121) 35
PROGRAMED TRAINING FOR OPERATORS
Chemistry 1, 2, 3 (VC-151.1) 58
Chemistry 4, 5 (VC-151.2) 58
Chemistry 6, 7, 8, 9 (VC-151.3) 58
Chemistry-Testing 1, 2, 3 (VC-152.1) 59
Chemistry-Testing 4, 5 (VC-152.2) 59
Chemistry-Testing 6, 7, 8 (VC-152.3) 59
Chemistry-Testing 9, 10 (VC-152.4) 59
Chemistry-Testing 11, 12 (VC-152.5) 59
Chlorination 1, 2 (VC-159.1) 61
Chlorination 3, 4, 5, 6 (VC-159.2) 62
Fluoridation 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (VC-163.1) 63
Hydraulics 1, 2, 3, 4 (VC-154.1) 60
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Maintenance 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (VC-161.1) 62
Maintenance 6, 7 (VC-161.2) 62
Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (VC-150.1) 57
Mathematics 6, 7 (VC-150.2) 57
Mathematics 8, 9, 10 (VC-150.3) 58
Mathematics 11, 12 (VC-150.4) 58
Microbiology 1, 2, 3 (VC-153.1) 60
Microbiology Testing 1, 2, 3 (VC-162.1). 63
Microbiology Testing 5, 6, and 12 (VC-162.2) 63
Microbiology Testing 4, 7, 8 (VC-162.3) 63
Microbiology Testing 9, 10, 11 (VC-162.4) 63
Safety 1, 2, 3 (VC-160.1) 62
Safety 4 (VC-160.2) 62
Trickling Filters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (VC-164.1) 64
Waste Stabilization Lagoon 1, 2 (VC-158.1) 61
Wastewater Treatment 1, 2, 3 (VC-157.1) 61
Wastewater Treatment 4, 5, 6 (VC-157.2) 61
Water Treatment 1, 2, 3, 4 (VC-156.1) 60
Water Treatment 5, 6, 7, 8 (VC-156.2) 60
Water Treatment 9, 10, 11 (VC-156.3) 61
SAFETY—TREATMENT PLANTS
Health and Safety in the Laboratory (XT-115) 34
Let's Inventory Your Chlorine Handling Practices (XT-35) 16
Margin for Safety (XT-31) 15
Safety Program Guide (XT-38) 16
The Safe Way (XT-32) 15
Why a Safety Program in Every Water Pollution Control Works (XT-39). 17
STATISTICS
Basic Statistics—Part I (XT-49) 20
Basic Statistics—Part II (XT-50) 20
Graphical Analysis Using Normal Probability Paper (XT-47) 19
Geometric Mean: Fecal Coliform (XT-86) 26
Simplified Geometric Mean: Fecal Coliform (XT-85) 26
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Activated Sludge Process
Dissolved Oxygen Analysis—Activated Sludge Control Testing (XT-43). 18
Operational Control Tests for the Activated Sludge Process-Part I:
Visual Observations (XT-40) 17
Operational Control Tests for the Activated Sludge Process-Part II:
Collecting and Handling Samples (XT-41) 17
Operational Control Tests for the Activated Sludge Process-Part
III: Interpreting Results (XT-42) 18
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Process Control Demands—Part I (XT-60) 22
Process Control Demands—Part II (XT-61) 23
Upgrading Biological Treatment (XT-25) 13
Anaerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion I (AT) (XT-150.1) 38
Anaerobic Digestion II (AO) (XT-150.2) 38
Anaerobic Digestion and Analytical Control (XT-34) 15
Innovative and Alternative Technologies
Innovative and Alternative Technologies for Municipal Wastewater
Management (XT-120) 34
On-site Wastewater Systems (XT-134) 36
Ultimate Disposal to the Environment (XT-30) 14
Land Application of Wastes
Land Application of Municipal Sludge to Farmland (XT-132) 36
Land Application of Wastes Course Module (VC and XT-98.0 - 98.21). . 31
Land Treatment of Municipal Wastewater (XT-130) 35
Sludge Treatment and Disposal
Anaerobic Digestion (AR) (XT-149) 38
Anaerobic Digestion (AT) (XT-150. 1) 38
Anaerobic Digestion (AO) (XT-150. 2) 38
Centrifugation (CT) (XT-152) 38
Drying Beds (DB) (XT-151) 38
Flotation Thickening (FT) (XT-148) 37
Planning Consideration (PC) (XT-144) 37
Sanitary Landfill (LF) (XT-158) 38
Sludge Characteristics (SC) (XT-145) 37
Sludge Conditioning (CN) (XT-146) 37
Sludge Incineration - Multiple Hearth Furnace (MH) (XT-157.1). ... 38
Public Participation
Clean Water Recreation (XT-175) 80
Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (XT-172) 80
Environmental Assessment (XT-173) 80
Financial Management (XT-174) 80
Industrial Pretreatment (XT-176) 80
Innovative and Alternative Technologies for Municipal Wastewater
Management (XT-120) 34
Land Treatment of Municipal Wastewater (XT-130) 35
Municipal Wastewater Treatment (Processes) (XT-171) 79
Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (XT-134) 36
Overview of Facility Planning (XT-170) 79
Role of Advisory Groups (XT-168) 79
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Rural Nonpoint Sources of Pollution (XT-177) 80
The Bellevue Experience: A Public Participation Puzzle (XT-169) . . 79
Urban Stormwater Runoff (XT-121) 35
Miscellaneous
Control Charts for Accuracy (XT-143) 36
Organisms Associates with Wastewater Treatment (VC-26) 51
Sampling Wastewater (XT-104) 33
WATER SUPPLY/DRINKING WATER
Engineering Aspects of Water Fluoridation (XT-89) 27
Fluoride Analytical Procedures (XT-80) 25
Fluoride Determination in Water (VC-9) 48
Odor Determination in Drinking Water (XT-91) 27
Water Resources and Needs (VC-22) 50
MISCELLANEOUS
Tape-Slide Presentation - How to Make Them (XT-45) 19
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INTRODUCTION
The EPA Instructional Resources Center
The purpose of the IRC is to systematically inventory and maintain current
pollution control training and education materials and to disseminate these
materials to governmental agencies, educational institutions and the private
sector.
The materials maintained by the IRC are listed in a comprehensive computerized
information base called the Instructional Resources Information System
(IRIS). IRIS categorizes each item according to several specific parameters
including the title, author, source and an abstract. This information is
available to assist in selecting materials for pollution control instructional
uses.
A major service of the IRC is the Lending Library. The purpose of this
component is to lend audiovisual instructional units to education and training
organizations to support classroom activities. Slide/tape units, videocassette
units and films are available for rent on a short-term basis. This Water
Quality Control Audiovisual- Instructional Materials catalog has been prepared
to inform water quality control training personnel about supporting materials
and services available from the Lending Library.
Instructional materials available from the Lending Library fall into two
categories—audiovisual supportive materials and packaged courses. The
following pages of this catalog provide information on audiovisual materials
and packaged training courses that can be rented on a short-term basis from
the Lending Library. Audiovisual materials are designed to supplement
pollution control courses—they are not designed for independent learning.
The packaged courses include a complete unit of printed and audiovisual
materials to teach a specific pollution control topic or procedure.
Some materials are also available for purchase. These include publications,
slide/tape units and videocassettes. For further information contact:
EPA Instructional Resources Center
1200 Chambers Road, Room 310
Columbus, OH 43212
(614) 422-6717
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CATALOG FORMAT AND USE
Slide-tape units, videocassettes, and course modules are listed in separate
sections, numerically by Catalog Number.
For your convenience the catalog is also organized into the following
sections:
I. Title Index
Facilitates locating known titles. For the purpose of the alphabetical
listing, articles such as "The" and "A" have been omitted.
II. Topical Index
Lists, by subject headings, all items in order by number.
III. Slide-Tape (XT) Instructional Units
Lists, by XT number, all slide-tape units except those included as
part of a course module. Provides a description of each XT unit.
IV. Videocassette (VC) Instructional Programs
Lists, by VC number, all videocassette programs. Provides a description
of each program.
V. Course Modules
Alphabetically lists course modules and provides a description of each.
Items listed in the catalog include information about the materials.
Information is listed under the following categories:
1. Title.
2. Our catalog number (use for ordering).
3. Abstract describing the materials.
4. Information about the producer of the materials.
5. Date of production (or revision).
6. Intended audience.
7. Viewing time and format,
8. Printed materials included when sent on loan. The print materials
must be purchased separately when purchasing slides or tapes.
They are not included in the price of the A/V materials.
9. Notes, copyright, availability, rating. Staff have been reviewing
the A/V materials and reviewing user evaluation forms. As time
permits we are going through all the materials to improve the
quality of the items and to let users know how others have evaluated
the materials. Ratings are given from Category 1 (highest) to
Category 4 (lowest). Category 1 and 2 items have received nearly
good to excellent ratings from reviewers. Category 3 and 4 ratings
mean these have been evaluated to need changes in content and/or
audio/visual materials by at least a number of people.
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We plan to modify items with the lower ratings as funds permit. We
appreciate user evaluations and will continue to work to improve the materials
and to provide user feedback regarding the materials. Please complete user
evaluation forms when returning materials. They are being used!
SUPPLEMENTS TO THIS CATALOG
Supplements will be published periodically and will contain all new titles
as well as titles withdrawn from circulation.
ORDERING INFORMATION
ORDERING RENTAL ITEMS
Rental items will be loaned on a "First come, first serve" basis. All
loans are for a two week period. Requests should be received at least
three weeks in advance of the preferred showing date.
To order items use the order forms in the back of the catalog. The information
needed includes:
Complete titles, as given in the catalog
Catalog number
Preferred showing dates (and alternative dates)
Substitute titles, if requested item is unavailable
Name and affiliation
Shipping address
Invoicing address
Telephone number of contact person
Purchase order number or authorizing signature
Additional order forms are available upon request.
Confirmations will be sent when the order is scheduled. If there is a
scheduling problem, you will be contacted.
To extend a booking call (614) 422-6717 with your confirmation in hand.
Showing-date extensions may be granted if others are not scheduled to use
the film. Rental charges will be adjusted accordingly.
PREVIEW FOR PURCHASE
Previews of slides and videocassettes are available at the same rate as the
rental charge.
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RETURN PROCEDURE AND LATE CHARGE
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Your shipping slip will indicate the date due back. Materials should be
postmarked for return by that date. Materials returned late will result
in a late charge.
Rentals are scheduled as closely as possible to allow for maximum use and
adequate shipping time at the parcel post rate.
Please return via United Parcel Service (UPS) or by parcel post (3rd class) ,
Special Handling. The user is responsible for return shipping charges.
Insure each videocassette (VC) and slide-tape (XT) for $60.00 (replacement
cost plus $10.00 service fee).
Return videocassettes and slide sets (including original slide tray,
script and cassette tape), in the shipping container(s) in which they
were received.
Evaluation Forms are enclosed for each item rented. It is important that
you complete the forms and return them with the rented items. The forms
serve as a written record of your return of the items; they also provide
valuable information for improving the materials.
LOSS AND DAMAGE g
When items are lost in transit, the tracer must be initiated by the sender.
The value of the lost item will be invoiced at the replacement cost. If an
item is damaged do not attempt to repair it. Return all pieces and include
a note of explanation.
Excessive damage or destruction requiring replacement will be the responsibility
of the user, who will be charged accordingly.
Do not loan the program to others. Have a qualified operator run the
projector. Make sure the projector is running properly before using.
RIGHTS PURCHASED
When an audiovisual program is rented or purchased, you have acquired the
right to show it by direct projection only, without admission charge.
No copies may be made without our written authorization to do so. Permission
to telecast any program on either broadcast or closed-curcuit television must
be obtained from the holder of television rights, usually the producer of the
program.
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GEOGRAPHIC RESTRICTIONS
Items may be rented only to users within the Unites States and its
territories, Canada, and Mexico. Requestors from outside this area may
purchase videocassettes (VC) and slide-tape (XT) programs.
RENTAL COSTS
Rental costs include a charge of $10.00 per item for most items (to pay
for personnel costs for preparing materials for shipment and checking items
on return) and postage to the user site. Users pay return postage when
they ship. Rental fees are payable within 30 days after receiving the
invoice. Package Course rental fees are listed in the Package Course
section. These rates are different.
PURCHASING INFORMATION
Slide-Tapes (XT) units can be purchased for approximately $0.40 per slide plus
$1.00 for duplicating the audiotape. Write or phone (614) 422-6717
for an estimate.
Videocassettes (VC) can be purchased for the cost of duplicating, the cost
of the videocassettes provided, and a handling fee of approximately 15%.
Write or phone for estimates.
Course modules and many other printed materials are available. In general,
publications we xerox cost about $1.00 per copy plus $0.03 per page.
Publications we carry in stock are less. Write or phone for estimates.
We must have a purchase order or an official letter for any A/V sales.
Large orders may require a deposit.
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SLIDE-TAPE (XT) INSTRUCTIONAL UNITS
The slide-tape instructional units were developed to support EPA
training efforts in the area of water quality, specifically wastewater
and drinking water. Users should review materials to assure compliance
with state and local regulations or procedures which may vary from those
presented.
Although the units were designed to be used as supplemental materials
integrated into water quality training courses, many of the programs
provide adequate coverage of a particular topic to be used as
self-instructional units.
For more detailed and comprehensive coverage of specific topics refer to
the section on "Course Modules."
Each XT unit consists of a set of 2" x 2" color slides in a Kodak slide
carousel, a cassette tape and a script. The cassette tapes advanced the
slides automatically when played on a slide-sync tape player that uses the
Norelco system (1000 Hz inaudible cue on a separate track). For manual
advance of the slides, the script should be used as a guide.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR THE DISCUSSION LEADER
PREPARATION:
-See the catalog description of the intended audience for the unit.
-Preview the instructional unit.
-Review the unit topic.
References are listed in the catalog. The script and any associated
information are sent with the unit. Questions about content should be
directed to:
EPA Instructional Resources Center
1200 Chambers Road, Room 310
Columbus, OH 43212
-Give viewers sufficient notice of any preparatory assignments.
UTILIZATION:
-Tell the viewers about the content of the program and important points to
notice while viewing. Tell them to concentrate on seeing and hearing rather
than on taking notes during the presentation.
-Run the program. The tape playback can be stopped during the program, if
desired.
-Conduct a discussion of the content. Particular slides can be projected
if desired.
-If necessary, run the program again.
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SLIDE-TAPE UNITS
NUMERICAL INDEX
XT-25 Upgrading Biological Treatment 13
XT-26 Atomic Absorption Spectoroscopy 13
XT-27 Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) Procedures 13
XT-28 Determination of Phenolics 14
XT-29 Dissolved Oxygen Determination 14
XT-30 Ultimate Disposal to the Environment 14
XT-31 Margin for Safety 15
XT-32 The Safe Way 15
XT-34 Anaerobic Digestion and Analytical Control 15
XT-35 Let's Inventory Your Chlorine Handling Practices 16
XT-37 Residual Chlorine and Chlorine Demands 16
XT-38 Safety Program Guide 16
XT-39 Why a Safety Program in Every Water Pollution
Control Works 17
XT-40 Operational Control Tests for the Activated Sludge
Process—Part I: Visual Observations 17
XT-41 Operational Control Tests for the Activated Sludge
Process—Part II: Collecting and Handling Samples ... 17
XT-42 Operational Control Tests for the Activated Sludge
Process—Part III: Interpreting Results 18
XT-43 Dissolved Oxygen Analysis—Activated Sludge Control
Testing 18
XT-44 The Determination of Phosphorus 19
XT-45 Tape-Slide Presentations—How to Make Them 19
XT-47 Graphical Analysis Via Normal Probability Paper 19
XT-48 Determination of Chemical Oxygen demand (COD) 20
XT-49 Basic Statistics—Part 1 20
XT-50 Basic Statistics—Part II 20
XT-51 Use of the Spectronic 20 Spectrophotometer . 21
XT-54 The Determination of Biochemical Oxygen Demand 21
XT-56 Determination of Grease and Oil 21
XT-57 Determination of Suspended Solids 22
XT-59 Determination of Total Organic Carbon (TOG) 22
XT-60 Process Control Demands—Part I 22
XT-61 Process Control Demands—Part II 23
XT-66 Alkalinity 23
XT-67 Determination of Ammonia Nitrogen 24
XT-68 Determination of Alkalinity 24
XT-69 pH Meter—Laboratory Operation 24
XT-80 Fluoride Analytical Procedures 25
XT-81 Public Health Aspects of Water Fluoridation 25
XT-83 Determination of Dissolved Oxygen—Polarographic
Probe Method 25
XT-85 Simplified Geometric Mean—Parts 1, 2, 3 26
XT-86 Geometric Mean—Partrs 1, 2, 3 26
XT-89 Engineering Aspects of Water Fluoridation 27
XT-91 Odor Detection in Drinking Water 27
XT-92 Flameless Atomic Absorption Determination of
Mercury (Coleman MAS-50) 27
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XT-93 Determination of Total Residual Chlorine lodometric
Titration Method 28
XT-95 Grab Sampling for Bacteriological Analysis 28
XT-96.1-
XT-96.13 Erosion and Sediment Control 28
XT-96.1 The Goals, Objectives and Principles of
Erosion and Sediment Control 29
XT-96.2 Parts a and b. Soils 29
XT-96.3 Parts a and b. Runoff Relationships 29
XT-96.4 Parts a> b, and c. Erosion and
Sedimentation 29
XT-96.5 Parts a, b, and c. Plant Materials 29
XT-96.6 Parts a and b. Control of Runoff During
Construction 29
XT-96.7 Parts a, b, and c. Vegetative Soil
Stabilization 30
XT-96.8 Parts a, b, and c. Stream Erosion Control. . . 30
XT-96.9 Parts a and b. Temporary Soil Stabilization. . 30
XT-96.10 Parts a and b. Control of Sediment Generated
on Construction Sites 30
XT-96.11 Parts a and b. Erosion and Sediment Control
Planning and Implementation 30
XT-96.12 Parts a and b. Wooded-Site Development .... 30
XT-96.13 Foreman/Inspector Responsibilities 31
XT-98.0-
XT-98.21 Land Application of Wastes: An Educational Program ... 31
XT-98.0 Introduction 32
XT-98.1 Societal and Legal Constraints 32
XT-98.2 Site Evaluation: General Criteria
Information Sources 32
XT-98.3 Soil as a Treatment Medium 32
XT-98.4 Treatment Systems. Effluent Qualities and
Costs 32
XT-98.5 Wastes Characteristics 32
XT-98.6 Design Procedures for Land Application of
Wastes 32
XT-98.7 The Role of Vegetative Cover 32
XT-98.8 Climate and Wastewater Storage 32
XT-98.9 Pathogens 32
XT-98.10 Costing Land Application Systems 32
XT-98. 11 Potentially Toxic Elements 32
XT-98.12 Waste Application Systems 32
XT-98. 13 Noncrop and Forest Systems 32
XT-98.14 Case Studies 32
XT-98.15 Nitrogen Considerations 32
XT-98.16 Legal Aspects 32
XT-98.17 Organic Mater 32
XT-98. 18 Monitoring at Land Application Sites 32
XT-98.19 Phosphorus Considerations 32
XT-98.20 Crop Selection and Management Alternatives. . . 32
XT-98.21 Drainage for Land Application Sites 32
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XT-104 Sampling Wastewater 33
XT-115 Health and Safety in the Laboratory 34
XT-118 The Determination of pH, Part I 34
XT-120 Innovative and Alternative Technologies for Municipal
Wastewater Treatment 34
XT-121 Urban Stormwater Runoff 35
XT-122 Wetlands: A Case for Protection 35
XT-130 Land Treatment of Municipal Wastewater 35
XT-132.A
XT-132.B Land Application of Municipal Sludge to Farmland
(Short and Long Versions) 36
XT-134 On-Site Wastewater Systems 36
XT-143 Control Charts for Accuracy 36
XT-144-
XT-165 Sludge Treatment and Disposal Course #166 37
XT-144 Planning Considerations (PC) 37
XT-145 Sludge Characteristics (SC) 37
XT-146 Sludge Conditioning (CN) 37
XT-147 Gravity Thickening (GT) 37
XT-148 Flotation Thickening (FT) 37
XT-149 Aerobic Digestion (AR) 38
XT-150.1 Anaerobic Digestion I (AT) 38
XT-150.2 Anaerobic Digestion II (AO) 38
XT-151 Drying Beds (DB) 38
XT-152 Centrifugation (CT) 38
XT-156 Vacuum Filtration (VT) 38
XT-157.1 Sludge Incineration-Multiple Hearth
Furnace (MH) 38
XT-158 Sanitary Landfill (LF) 38
XT-168 Role of Advisory Groups 79
XT-169 The Bellevue Experience A Public Participation Puzzle . . 79
XT-170 Overview of Facility Planning 79
XT-171 Municipal Wastewater Treatment (Processes) 79
XT-172 Land Treatment of Municipal Wastewater 80
XT-173 Cost-Effectiveness Analysis 80
XT-174 Environment Assessment 80
XT-175 Financial Management 80
XT-176 Clean Water Recreation 80
XT-177 Industrial Pretreatment 80
XT-178 Rural Nonpoint Source of Pollution 80
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1. UPGRADING BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT
2. XT-25
3. Uses case histories to describe proven methods for
improving existing secondary wastewater treatment
processes by improved operational control or design.
The examples include a treatment plant using a
trickling filter pretreatment system with activated
sludge polishing to accomplish a 99% reduction of
domestic sewage and meat packing wastes.
4. U.S. EPA
5. July, 1969.
6. Supervisory or experienced wastewater works operators,
managers and design engineering personnel.
7. 28-minute tape and 65 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. ATOMIC ABSORPTION SPECTOROSCOPY
2. XT-26
3. Explains the basic theory of Atomic Absorption
Spectroscopy. Topics include the design fundamentals
of the instrumentation involved, kinds of interferences
that can be encountered and methods for eliminating
those effects, methods for increasing sensitivity and
the application of atomic absorption instrumentation
for the analysis of trace metals in water.
4. U.S. EPA
5. September, 1969.
6. Experienced chemists, biologists and engineers
responsible for performing or interpreting the chemical
analyses of water quality.
7. 20-minute tape and 52 slides.
8. Script. Handouts 8 pages.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. CHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND (COD) PROCEDURE
2 XT-27
3. Introduces the Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) procedure.
Explains the principles of the test, how it differs
from the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) Test, the use
of potassium dichromate as an oxidizing agent, use of
blank and reflux condensers, role of ferrous ammonium
sulfate and ferroin, sample preservation, applications
of test results and COD/BOD ratios. Procedures based
on Standard Methods, 14th Edition, 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1975.
6. Experienced chemists, biologists and engineers
responsible for performing or interpreting chemical
analyses of water.
7. 17-minute tape and 60 slides.
8. Script, quiz and answer key.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. DETERMINATION OF PHENOLICS
2. XT-28
3. Presents basic information about phenols and their
relationship to water quality. The analytical
procedure used to determine the minimum amount of
phenols in water samples is explained. Topics include
the various forms and uses of phenol effects on water quality,
interaction with chlorine, methods of sample preservation, and
procedures for removal of common interferences in the analysis.
Procedures based on Standard Methods, 14th Edition, 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5 1975.
6. Experienced chemists, biologists, and engineers
responsible for performing or interpreting chemical
analyses of water quality.
7. 17-minute tape and 64 slides.
8. Script, quiz and answer key, update sheet.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. DISSOLVED OXYGEN DETERMINATION
2. XT-29
3. Explains analytical procedures for the determination
of dissolved oxygen including sampling techniques;
basic chemistry of the Winkler dissolved oxygen
determination and the Alsterberg azide modification;
methods for the addition of reagents; sample
preservation and the basic calculations used in the
determination. Includes photographs of relevant
laboratory equipment. Procedures based on Standard
Methods, 14th Edition, 1975, EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
5. 1976.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel performing chemical
analyses.
7. 15-minute tape and 72 slides.
8. Script, quiz and answer key.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. ULTIMATE DISPOSAL TO THE ENVIRONMENT
2. XT-30
3. Explores disposal possibilities for liquid and solid
wastes. Discusses economic and environmental
tradeoffs associated with the methods. Sludge disposal
and the use of sludge for agriculture and for reclaiming
mine spoil is considered in detail with on-site examples.
A summary of disposal site choices and re-use possibilities
for common elements and their compounds is included with an
emphasis on the successful reclamation of water.
4. EPA Advanced Waste Treatment Research Lab.
5. September, 1971.
6. Anyone seeking an overview of the topic.
7. 42-minute tape and 37 slides.
8. Script; handouts, 12p.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. MARGIN FOR SAFETY
2. XT-31
3. Identifies safe working practices for wastewater works
personnel. Emphasizes the importance of good
housekeeping, preventing accident situations in the
plant and at field sites, and the proper use of
personal protective gear.
4. Water Pollution Control Federation Safety Committee
in consultation with Middle West Service Company's
Bureau of Safety.
5. 1970.
6. All wastewater works personnel.
7. 18-minute tape and 45 slides.
8. Script, W.P.C.F. publication list.
9. Rating: Category.2.
1. THE SAFE WAY
2. XT-32
3. Demonstrates the performance of routine duties in
wastewater works in a safe way. Topics include
manholes, electrical equipment, sampling, contaminated
water, air tools, steep stairways, vehicular traffic,
excavations, bar screens, wire ropes, flammable
materials and chemicals, wastewater samples and
personal protection gear.
4. Water Pollution Control Federation Safety Committee
in consultation with the Middle West Service Company's
Bureau of Safety.
5. 1970.
6. All wastewater works personnel.
7. 14-minute tape and 39 slides.
8. Script, W.P.C.F. publication list.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. ANAEROBIC DIGESTION AND ANALYTICAL CONTROL
2. XT-34
3. Discusses the anaerobic decomposition processes used
to treat organic materials in wastes including the
following: the digestion processes of liquefaction
and gasification of organic sludges; the three-stage
digestion process of acid fermentation; acid
regression and alkaline fermentation; the characteris-
tics of facultative and methane-forming organisms;
and criteria for evaluating the performance of a
digester.
4. U.S. EPA
5. June, 1972.
6. Experienced wastewater treatment plant operators who
wish to upgrade plant performance and to increase their
own knowledge and skills.
7. 13-minute tape and 62 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. LET'S INVENTORY YOUR CHLORINE HANDLING PRACTICES
2. XT-35
3. Discusses the proper handling of chlorine. Topics include
the physical and chemical characteristics of chlorine;
safety requirements for typical chlorine feed systems;
chlorine emergency procedures, including self-contained
breathing apparatus; in-plant operating procedures for
safe handling of chlorine; and sources of additional
information.
4. Water and Supply Unit, Division of Engineering, Ohio
Department of Health.
5. November, 1970.
6. All personnel in water supply and wastewater treatment
plants.
7. 32-minute tape and 80 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. RESIDUAL CHLORINE AND CHLORINE DEMANDS
2. XT-37
3. Presents the basic principles of chlorination practices
in treatment plants. Topics include reactions of
chlorine with water and wastewater, sanitary
significance of chlorine residuals, and analytical
procedures for the determination of chlorine and
chlorine residuals in treatment plant effluents.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1974.
6. Beginning wastewater treatment plant operators.
7. 12-minute tape and 56 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. SAFETY PROGRAM GUIDE
2. XT-38
3. Explains how to establish an effective safety program
including the role of management, record-keeping,
accident investigation and evaluation procedures,
causes of accidents, protective equipment required,
establishing safety rules and procedures, elements of
employee training programs and suggestions for
motivating employees.
4. Water Pollution Control Federation Safety Committee
in consultation with Middle West Service Company's
Bureau of Safety.
5. 1969.
6. Wastewater works management and supervisory personnel.
7. 20-minute tape and 39 slides.
8. Script, W.P.C.F. publication list.
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. WHY A SAFETY PROGRAM IN EVERY WATER POLLUTION CONTROL
WORKS
2. XT-39
3. Demonstrates the need to establish an effective safety
program by discussing the components of effective
management, including efficient operations, knowledge
of job requirements, good public relations, effective
cost control, and good employee relations. Gives
sources for further information.
4. Water Pollution Control Federation Safety Committee in
consultation with the Middle West Service Company's
Bureau of Safety.
5. 1969.
6. Wastewater works supervisory personnel and management.
7. 12-minute tape and 27 slides.
8. Script, W.P.C.F. publication list.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. OPERATIONAL CONTROL TESTS FOR THE ACTIVATED SLUDGE
PROCESS—PART I: VISUAL OBSERVATIONS
2. XT-40
3. Part One of a three-part lesson series on operational
control tests for the activated sludge process which
includes sludge conditioning, process status and
effluent quality. Illustrates the accurate reading
of meters and visual observations to be made both at
the aerator (foam characteristics, sludge color and
odor) and at the final clarifiers (clarity, evidences
of bulking and of septic solids). Provisional
interpretations made from these observations and
a detailed discussion of the effective use of a sludge
blanket finder are presented.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1971.
6. Experienced wastewater works operators who wish to
upgrade plant performance and to increase their own
knowledge and skills.
7. 16-minute tape and 50 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. OPERATIONAL CONTROL TESTS FOR THE ACTIVATED SLUDGE
PROCESS—PART II: COLLECTING AND HANDLING SAMPLES
2. XT-41
3. Part Two of a three-part lesson series on operational
control tests for the activated sludge process. This
part is a detailed discussion of the preferred
techniques involved in conducting settlometer tests
to determine settling characteristics and in
centrifuging samples to determine the concentration
of the mixed liquor and return sludge. Handling the
related samples is included along with provisional
interpretations and applications of the tests presented.
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4. U.S. EPA.
5. January, 1971.
6. Experienced wastewater works operators who wish to
upgrade plant performance and to increase their own
knowledge and skills.
7. 17-minute tape and 47 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. OPERATIONAL CONTROL TESTS FOR THE ACTIVATED SLUDGE
PROCESS—PART III: INTERPRETING RESULTS
2. XT-42
3. Concludes the three-part series on operational control
tests for the activated sludge process. Topics include
developing settling and concentration curves from
settlometer and centrifuge test results, techniques
for conducting turbidity tests and significance of
results, developing progressive trend charts of process
characteristics, and a summary of the tests and control
adjustments presented in the series.
4. U.S. EPA
5. January, 1971.
6. Experienced wastewater works operators who wish to
upgrade plant performance and to increase their own
knowledge and skills.
7. 22-mirmte tape and 67 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. DISSOLVED OXYGEN ANALYSIS—ACTIVATED SLUDGE CONTROL
TESTING
2. XT-43
3. Outlines the basic procedure and application of
electronic measurement of dissolved oxygen (DO) in
activated sludge treatment performance control.
Reviews DO and its changes in relation to process
control and performance. Case examples are cited
to support this quick and valid control technique
for interpreting sludge conditions in response to
stabilization, feed, or load ratio.
4. U.S. EPA.
5. April, 1971.
6. Advanced wastewater treatment plant operators or plant
control supervisors.
7. 34-minute tape and 73 slides.
8. Script; lesson plan; correction sheet; Ludzack, F. J. ,
Dissolved Oxygen Testing Procedure, 4p., supplement.
9. Rating: Category 2. Prices for instruments are not accurate.
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1. THE DETERMINATION OF PHOSPHORUS
2. XT-44
3. Presents the reasons for determining phosphorus, an
explanation of phosphorus terminology, and the Office
of Water Programs analytical procedures. Discussion
of procedure includes basic chemistry involved,
sensitivity range, sample collection and preservation,
filtration and digestion, pH, reagent preparation,
color development and spectrophotometric determination,
care of glassware and possible interferences.
Procedures based on EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1976.
6. Beginning chemistry laboratory personnel.
7. 15-minute tape and 65 slides.
8. Script, quiz and answer key.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. TAPE-SLIDE PRESENTATIONS—HOW TO MAKE THEM
2. XT-45
3. Describes how to develop a slide-tape presentation and
use the audiovisual equipment. Topics include
statistics on the effectiveness of combining visual
materials and sound, basic equipment required, five
steps to produce a program, incorporating sound
effects, guidelines for planning slides, and equipment
available for specific uses of the finished program.
4. Elco Optisonics Division of the Elco Corporation.
5. 1970.
6. Anyone interested in producing slide-tape presentations.
7. 10-minute tape and 80 slides.
8. No script included.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. GRAPHICAL ANALYSIS VIA NORMAL PROBABILITY PAPER
2. XT-47
3. Introduces graphical analysis of data for normal
distribution, using normal probability paper. Explains
how to plot data on normal paper and ascertain if it is
normal, how to estimate the mean and the standard
deviation for normal data, and how to identify why
some nonlinear graphs are not normal.
4. U.S. EPA.
5. September, 1971.
6. Anyone having to determine normal distribution of data
or interested in graphical analysis, techniques.
Viewers should have the following prerequisites:
(1) introductory knowledge about the normal curve;
(2) ability to plot data on a coordinate system;
(3) ability to draw a line of best fit through the
plotted data.
7. 18-minute tape and 38 slides.
8. Script; instructions and problem solution for
discussion leader, 2p.; handouts, 9p.
9. Rating: Category 1.
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1. DETERMINATION OF CHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND (COD)
2. XT-48
3. Presents the laboratory technique involved in test
procedures for all levels of COD. The sequence of
topics is method summary, sample handling and
preservation, interferences, apparatus, preparation
of reagents, step-wise procedure of calculations,
correction for high chloride and treatment of
mercury-containing test wastes. Procedures are based
on EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1974.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater
treatment plant operators.
7. 22-minute tape and 80 slides.
8. Script; Dean, Robert B., et al., Disposal of Mercury
Wastes from Water Laboratories, October, ]971, 2p;
Maag, G. W., et al., Recovery of Mercury in Solution,
1972, Ip., abstract; Burns, E. R., et al., Correction
for Chloride Interference in the Chemical Oxygen
Demand Test, December, 1965, 6p.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. BASIC STATISTICS—PART I
2. XT-49
3. Part One of a two-part series. Topics include
analytical results as samples of a number-population;
requirements for valid data; construction of frequency
tables, histograms and polygons; normal distribution
curves; use of normal probability paper; and
definition and determination of the mode, median, and
mean as measures of central tendency.
4. U.S. EPA
5. June, 1972.
6. Laboratory personnel and others who need basic
information about graphical techniques for summarizing
data and the determination of central tendency
statistics.
7. 20-minute tape and 46 slides.
8. Script; instructions and problem solutions for
discussion leader, 2p; handouts, 12p.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. BASIC STATISTICS—PART II
2. XT-50
3. Part Two of a two-part series. Topics include
definitions and step-by-step instructions to calculate
dispersion statistics (the range, deviation, variance,
and standard deviation); contrasts among them and
criteria for choosing which to calculate; application
of mean and standard deviation as estimates of normal
distribution parameters; and a summary of Parts I and
II.
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4. U.S. EPA
5. June, 1972.
6. Chemistry laboratory personnel and others who need
basic information about the calculation of dispersion
statistics.
7. 30-minute tape and 59 slides.
8. Script; instructions and problem solutions for
discussion leader, 2p; Statistics for Chemists, 9p.
outline; worksheet, Ip.; and problem sheet for viewers,
Ip. The instructor must reproduce the outline and
worksheets for each viewer.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. USE OF THE SPECTRONIC 20 SPECTROPHOTOMETER
2. XT-51
3. Demonstrates the stepwise use of the spectrophotometer
including warm-up procedures, adjustments prior to use,
making measurements and changing the photo tube.
Bausch and Lomb Instrument Manual was used in this
demonstration.
4. U.S. EPA.
5. January, 1972.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater treatment
plant operators.
7. 10-minute tape and 35 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. THE DETERMINATION OF BIOCHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND
2. XT-54
3. An introduction to the BOD Test. Topics include
reasons for making the determination, the preparation
of dilution water, seeding techniques, sample
pretreatment and dilution, and calculations.
Procedures based on Standard Methods, 14th Edition,
1975, and EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1974.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater
treatment plant operators.
7. 13-minute tape and 71 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. DETERMINATION OF GREASE AND OIL
2. XT-56
3. Demonstrates the laboratory procedure to determine
grease and oil. Topics include terminology, problems
caused by grease and oil in wastewater treatment,
sampling and preservation, apparatus, the stepwise
procedure and calculations. Procedures based on
EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
4. U.S. EPA
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5. 1973; Revised 1978.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater
treatment plant operators.
7. 15-minute tape and 54 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. DETERMINATION OF SUSPENDED SOLIDS
2. XT-57
3. Illustrates the laboratory procedure to determine
suspended solids. Topics include importance of
suspended solids to water quality, sampling, apparatus,
the stepwise procedure and calculations. Procedures
based on EPA Methods Manual, 1974 and Standard
Methods, 14th Edition, 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1973; Revised June, 1976.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater treatment
plant operators.
7. 10-minute tape and 40 slides
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. DETERMINATION OF TOTAL ORGANIC CARBON (TOG)
2. XT-59
3. Introduces the Total Organic Carbon determination.
Topics include steps in the determination, sample
collection and pretreatment, the functions of
instrument components and preparation of the
calibration graph. Procedures based on EPA Methods
Manual, 1974 and Standard Methods, 14th Edition, 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1973; Revised 1978.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater treatment
plant operators.
7. 13-minute tape and 62 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. PROCESS CONTROL DEMANDS—PART I
2. XT-60
3. Introduction to a two-part series on operational
control of an activated sludge process. A plant
schematic is used to present the effects of return
sludge flow adjustments on sludge concentrations,
sludge detention times, process equilibrium, sludge
characteristics, and final effluent quality.
4. U.S. EPA
5. December, 1972.
6. Experienced wastewater works operators who wish to
upgrade plant performance and to Increase their own
knowledge and skills.
7. 10-minute tape and 36 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. PROCESS CONTROL DEMANDS—PART II
2. XT-61
3. This is the second part in a two-part series. The unit
presents the derivation of mixing formulae to develop the
return sludge flow demand formula used in operational control
of an activated sludge process. A schematic is used to
illustrate components of the formulae and to develop
a final mass balance ratio of return sludge
concentration to mixed liquor concentration in terms of
clarifier sludge percentage. Simple mixing formulae
are then derived for each of the three factors along
with example calculations.
4. U.S. EPA
5. December, 1972.
6. Experienced wastewater works operators who wish to
upgrade plant performance and to increase their own
knowledge and skills.
7. 15-minute tape and 40 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. ALKALINITY
2. XT-66
3. A general consideration of alkalinity in water supplies
including sources and effects, summary of laboratory
determinations, classification systems for hydroxide,
carbonate and bicarbonate, and applications of
alkalinity data. Procedures based on Standard Methods,
14th Edition, 1975 and EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1973; Revised 1977.
6. Professional chemists and sanitary engineers.
7. 11-minute tape and 66 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. DETERMINATION OF AMMONIA NITROGEN
2. XT-67
3. Presents the distillation procedure for wastewater
samples containing 1.0 to 25.0 mg/1 of ammonia
concentrations. Topics include a summary of methods,
the required laboratory apparatus and reagents, the
stepwise procedure, and an example of calculating
ammonia nitrogen from test results. Procedures based
on EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
4. U.S. EPA
5. Revised September, 1978.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater treatment
plant operators.
7. 8-minute tape and 45 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. DETERMINATION OF ALKALINITY
2. XT-68
3. Demonstrates the laboratory procedure to determine
alkalinity electrometrically to an end point of pH 4.5.
Topics include alkalinity fundamentals, titration
curves, sampling, apparatus, the stepwise procedure,
calculation formula, and applications of alkalinity data,
Procedures based on USEPA Methods Manual, 1974 and
Standard Methods, 14th Edition",T 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1973; Revised July, 1981.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater treatment
plant operators.
7. 12-minute tape and 74 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. pH METER—LABORATORY OPERATION
2. XT-69
3. Introduces the theoretical concepts of pH measurement.
Designed to be shown as supplemental information for
laboratory session on pH measurements in Environmental
Monitoring Procedures course for wastewater treatment
plant operators. Sequence shows set-up, calibration
and operational procedures for portable type pH meter.
Procedures based on Standard Methods, 14th Edition,
1975.
4. U.S. EPA.
5. 1975.
6. Wastewater treatment plant operators learning to
perform this operation.
7. 11-minute tape and 50 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. FLUORIDE ANALYTICAL PROCEDURES
2. XT-80
3. Explains the Environmental Protection Agency approved
analytical methods as published in the 14th Edition of
Standard Methods and the EPA Methods Manual, 1974.
Distillation procedures, the SPADNS photometric method,
and the electrode method are discussed.
4. U.S. EPA
5. Revised 1978.
6. Operators who are adding fluoride or who are responsible
for the analytical testing of potable or wastewaters.
7. 20-minute tape and 46 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. PUBLIC HEALTH ASPECTS OF WATER FLUORIDATION
2. XT-81
3. Examines the public health benefits and the myths about
the fluoridation of water supplies. Produced in
conjunction with the Dental Health Division of the
Public Health Service.
4. U.S. EPA and Dental Health Division of the Public
Health Service.
5. 1974.
6. Drinking water plant operators or concerned citizens.
7. 22-minute tape and 41 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. DETERMINATION OF DISSOLVED OXYGEN—POLAROGRAPHIC
PROBE METHOD
2. XT-83
3. Describes basic procedure for set-up, calibration and
use of YSI oxygen meter for the determination of
dissolved oxygen in a sample of wastewater treatment
plant effluent. References used are Standard Methods,
14th Edition, 1975, Yellow Springs Instrument Co.
Instruction Manual (Model 54).
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1975.
6. Wastewater treatment plant operators learning to
perform this procedure. Designed to be shown as
supplemental information for laboratory session on
dissolved oxygen measurements in Effluent Monitoring
Procedures Course.
7. 6-minute tape and 31 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. SIMPLIFIED GEOMETRIC MEAN—PARTS 1, 2, 3
2. XT-85
3. This three-part series teaches the procedure for the
calculation of the geometric mean of fecal coliform
counts using logarithms. The programs are designed
to be stopped at specified intervals to allow students
to practice the calculations. Two checks for gross
error are given.
85.1 compares the arithmetic with geometric mean and
outlines the procedure to calculate the geometric
mean when logarithms are used.
85.2 explains how to get the antilog of a positive
number.
85.3 explains how to calculate the geometric means
of coliform counts.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1975.
6. Persons who can apply the basic skills of addition,
subtraction, multiplication and division, but who are
not familiar with logarithms. XT-86 should be used
instead of XT-85 if students have more advanced
mathematical skills.
7. XT85.1—22-minute tape and 35 slides; XT85.2-
15-minute tape and 27 slides; XT85.3—10-minute tape
and 25 slides; total: 47 minutes and 87 slides.
8. One script for each part; handouts, 8 p.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. GEOMETRIC MEAN—PARTS 1, 2, 3
2. XT-86
3. This three-part series teaches the procedure for the
calculation of the geometric mean of fecal coliform
counts using logarithms. The programs are designed
to be stopped at specified intervals to allow students
to practice the calculations. Two checks for gross
error are given.
86.1 compares arithmetic with geometric mean and
outlines the procedure to calculate the
geometric mean when logarithms are used.
86.2 explains how to get the antilog of a
positive number.
86.3 explains how to calculate the geometric means
of coliform counts.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1975.
6. Persons who can calculate simple averages. Prior
ability to use logarithms is helpful but not mandatory.
XT-85 should be used instead of XT-86 if a more basic
presentation is needed.
7. XT-86.1—16-minute tape and 28 slides; XT-86.2—
12-minute tape and 26 slides; XT-86.3—8-minute tape
and 24 slides; total: 35 minutes and 78 slides.
8. One script for each part; handouts, 8p.
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. ENGINEERING ASPECTS OF WATER FLUORIDATION
2. XT-89
3. Introduction to water supply operators on the addition
of fluorides to a water supply. Examines the physical
characteristics of fluoride compounds, safe handling
and storage of chemicals, and the types of feeding
equipment.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1974.
6. Operators and supervisors of water treatment plants or
anyone interested in controlled fluoridation.
7. 24-minute tape and 60 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. ODOR DETECTION IN DRINKING WATER
2. XT-91
3. Demonstrates the recommended procedure for determining
the odor of water and how to express findings as the
threshold odor number. Procedures based on EPA Methods,
1974 and Standard Methods, 14th Edition, 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1977.
6. Operators or laboratory personnel working in water
treatment plants.
7. 16-minute tape and 47 slides; available as 16-minute
3/4" U-Matic Videocassette (VC-68).
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. FLAMELESS ATOMIC ABSORPTION DETERMINATION OF
MERCURY (Coleman MAS-50)
2. XT-92
3. Presents the laboratory procedure to use the Coleman
MAS-50 system for the determination of mercury by the
cold vapor or flameless technique. Both the
instrumental and chemical portions of the procedure
are discussed. Procedures based on EPA Methods Manual,
1974, and Coleman Instrument Company Instrument Manual.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1977.
6. Water and wastewater treatment plant operators learning
to perform this procedure.
7. 14-minute tape and 37 slides.
8. Script.
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1. DETERMINATION OF TOTAL RESIDUAL CHLORINE IODOMETRIC
TITRATION METHOD
2. XT-93
3. Illustrates the laboratory procedure to determine total
residual chlorine using the idometric titration method.
Topics included are chemicals used for chlorination, effects
on the pH of the effluent, chemical species produced by
their use, reactions with ammonia, methods for analysis,
reasons for chlorination of wastewater treatment plant
effluents, and calculations used in the determination.
Procedures based on EPA Methods Manual, 1974, and Standard
Methods, 14th Edition, 1975.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1977.
6. Beginning laboratory personnel and wastewater treatment
plant operators.
7. 10-minute tape and 42 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. GRAB SAMPLING FOR BACTERIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
2. XT-95
3. Describes the method used to obtain a single sample
from a water source for use in bacteriological analysis.
Step-by-step procedures are given for the preparation
of sampling bottles and collection of the sample.
4. U.S. EPA
6. Persons with responsibilities for collection of samples
for bacteriological analysis.
7. 10-minute tape and 17 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
2. VC or XT 96.1 - 96.13
3. The objective is to define and explain methods to accomplish
erosion and sediment control in urban and developing areas. Among
the topics covered are runoff rate attenuation, vegetative soil
stabilization, and traps for solids. A series of technical
presentations and a certification plan for erosion and sediment
control specialists is presented.
4. Prepared through joint sponsorship of the Water Resources
Administration, State of Maryland, and the U.S. EPA by Hittman
Associates, Inc.
5. June, 1976.
6. Contractors, foremen, highway and transportation officials;
inspectors, architects, and erosion and sediment control
specialists.
7. Program consists of 13 modules which may be used as self-contained
learning modules or in any combination which meets your educa-
tional needs. A summary at the end of each lesson can be used as
an abbreviated presentation. The units are available as slide-
tape or 3/4" U-Matic videocassette programs.
Total time: 7 hours, 32 minutes.
Total slides: 2782.
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XT-96.1 The Goals, Objectives and Principles of Erosion and
Sediment Control.
Examines the major goals, objectives and principles of
erosion and sediment control. 25 minute tape and 118 slides.
XT-96.2 Parts a and b. Soils.
Explains the formation and composition of soils, and the
classification of soils and factors related to erosion and
sediment control.
Part a. 20 minute tape and 101 slides.
Part b. 24 minute tape and 129 slides.
XT-96.3 Parts a and b. Runoff Relationships.
Describes the basics of precipitation, including the
hydrologic cycle, floods, floodplains, and watersheds; the
importance of running water as an agent of erosion and
sedimentation; the factors that affect the amount of surface
runoff; and the affect of human activities on the amount of
surface runoff.
Part a. 20 minute tape and 107 slides.
Part b. 18 minute tape and 111 slides.
XT-96.4 Parts a, b, and c. Erosion and Sedimentation.
Identifies the significance of erosion and sedimentation, the
different types and categories of erosion, the relationships
between erosion and sedimentation, the mechanics of erosion
and sedimentation, and the methods of measuring soil loss.
Part a. 16 minute tape and 111 slides.
Part b. 14 minute tape and 99 slides.
Part c. 20 minute tape and 122 slides.
XT-96.5 Parts a, b, and c. Plant Materials.
Demonstrates the importance of plant materials; the
classification of plant materials; the basic structure and
functions of various plants, especially grasses and legumes;
the planning requirements for the use of plant materials; and
maintenence.
Part a. 15 minute tape and 119 slides.
Part b. 15 minute tape and 112 slides.
Part c. 10 minute tape and 74 slides.
XT-96.6 Parts a and b. Control of Runoff During Construction
Identifies what stormwater runoff is and why it must be
prevented, the three major causes of runoff during
construction, the three special grading practices used to
control runoff, the different kinds and uses of diversion
structures, and the different types of disposal structures
and their uses.
Part a. 17 minute tape and 99 slides.
Part b. 14 minute tape and 80 slides.
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XT-96.7 Parts a, b, and c. Vegetative Soil Stabilization.
Illustrates the difference between critical and non-critical
areas, the major types of plant materials and their uses, the
factors to be considered in selecting plant materials, and
soil conditioning, planting, and plant maintenance
techniques.
Part a. 14 minute tape and 86 slides.
Part b. 24 minute tape and 105 slides.
Part c. 20 minute tape and 105 slides.
XT-96.8 Parts a, b, and c. Stream Erosion Control.
Examines the principles of stream erosion and channel erosion
control, factors that affect the amount and rate of stream
erosion, vegetative stream stabilization with or without
secondary reinforcement, structural channel stabilization,
stormwater management, and the necessity of maintenence.
Part a. 14 minute tape and 82 slides.
Part b. 16 minute tape and 91 slides.
Part c. 14 minute tape and 77 slides.
XT-96.9 Parts a and b. Temporary Soil Stabilization.
Discusses the need for temporary soil stabilization, the
proper use of vegetative materials for temporary soil
stabilization, and the factors in determining which method of
temporary stabilization should be used.
Part a. 10 minute tape and 64 slides.
Part b. 16 minute tape and 111 slides.
XT-96.10 Parts a and b. Control of Sediment Generated On
Construction Sites.
Explains the various kinds of sediment control structures and
functions, and the importance of proper construction and
regular maintenance.
Part a. 11 minute tape and 80 slides.
Part b. 15 minute tape and 96 slides.
XT-96.11 Parts a and b. Erosion and Sediment Control Planning
and Implementation.
Identifies the necessity of erosion and sediment control
planning and implementation, the responsibilities of
preliminary planning and design, the costs of controlled vs.
uncontrolled development, sources of information and tools
used for site planning, important aspects of erosion and
sediment control planning.
Part a. 20 minute tape and 109 slides.
Part b. 17 minute tape and 93 slides.
XT-96.12 Parts a and b. Wooded-Site Development.
Examines the structure and growth of trees, the selection of
appropriate trees for preservation during development of
wooded sites, ways that trees are Injured during woodlot
development and methods to protect them, and ways to heal
tree wounds.
Part a. 13 minute tape and 75 slides.
Part b. 16 minute tape and 100 slides.
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XT-96.13 Foreman/Inspector Responsibilities.
Outlines the roles of the foreman and inspector, the
responsibilities of the foreman-inspector team, and the
concept of "social control" or "enforcement." 21 minute tape
and 126 slides.
8. Student course manual, 334 pp. and instructors guide, 68 pp.
9. Rating: Categories are different for different parts ranging from
1 to 3.
1. LAND APPLICATION OF WASTES: AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
2. XT-98.0-98.21
3. The objective of this program is to develop a better
understanding of the capacity of the soil to
assimilate wastes. Completion of this course will
enable participants to compare alternative cost
estimates, primary designs, and to locate potential
land treatment sites for specific application. Land
application of municipal, industrial and agricultural
wastes is addressed. Knowledge from several
disciplines is incorporated, including sanitary,
environmental and agricultural engineering; agronomy;
soil science; economics and law.
4. Developed by Cornell University under an EPA grant.
6. Engineers, scientists, planners, waste management
specialists and other practitioners in environmental
protection.
7. Program consists of 22 modules, each containing a
printed study guide and 16 modules accompanied by
audio-tutorial units (A-T); available as slide-tape or
3/4" U-Matic videocassette program. The course is
divided into two levels of specificity.
Level 1 Modules present general information on all
topics relevant to land application of wastes, stressing
interrelationships between fundamental concepts.
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No. of Time
Slides (minutes)
*VC or XT-98.0 **Introduction 69 30
98.1 Societal and Legal
Constraints
VC or XT-98.2**Site Evaluation: General
Criteria Information
Sources 53 35
VC or XT-98.3**Soil as a Treatment
Medium 65 28
VC or XT-98.4**Treatment Systems.
Effluent Qualities and
Costs 52 28
VC or XT-98.5**Waste Characteristics 34 20
VC or XT-98.6**Design Procedures for
Land Application of
Wastes 38 23
VC or XT-98.7**The Role of Vegetative
Cover 64 25
Level 1 Modules may be completed in 3-1/2 to 9-1/2
hours of study time.
Level 2 Modules present more detailed information
needed to determine design parameters such as hydraulic
loads, application rate, land area needed, and costs.
No. of Time
Slides (minutes)
VC or XT-98.8 **Climate and Wastewater
Storage 59 48
98.9 Pathogens
98.10 Costing Land Application
Systems
98.11 Potentially Toxic
Elements
VC or XT-98.12**Waste Application
Systems 73 30
VC or XT-98.13**Noncrop and Forest
Systems 61 32
XT-98.14 Case Studies
VC or XT-98.15**Nitrogen Considerations 65 40
XT-98.16 Legal Aspects
VC or XT-98.17**0rganic Matter 45 19
VC or XT-98.18**Monitoring at Land
Application Sites 53 32
VC or XT-98.19**Phosphorus Consider-
ations 42 17
VC or XT-98.20**Crop Selection and
Management Alternatives 58 38
VC or XT-98.21**Drainage for Land
Application Sites 38 30
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* Audio-tutorial (A-T) units available in slide-tape
or 3/4" U-Matic videocassette format.
** Indicates modules available as audio-tutorial units.
Coverage of material in each module requires 1/2 to 3
hours of study time.
Coverage of material in each module requires 1/2 to 3
hours of study time.
Each A-T unit includes a written script. Several units
include supplementary booklets for study.
Although each module is considered a self-contained
learning unit, the modules are designed to be an
integral part of the entire educational program with
extensive cross-referencing.
The educational program is designed to be completed
over a 4-1/2 day period, in a workshop setting, using
not only the modules but guest lecturers, intensive
staff-participant and participant-participant
interaction as well.
For workshops up to four complete sets of materials may
be obtained if scheduled at least 2 months in advance.
You will need one set of the A-T units for each 5
persons in the course.
1. SAMPLING WASTEWATER
2. XT-104
3. Discusses sampling points in a treatment plant and a stream, NPDES
sampling requirements, grab and composite samples, labeling,
containers and preservation techniques. Example calculations
for collecting a composit sample are presented.
4. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
5. January, 1979.
6. Beginning level laboratory personnel and those who will have
to collect samples. Procedures based on EPA Methods Manual,
1974.
7. 15-minute tape and 64 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. HEALTH AND SAFETY IN THE LABORATORY
2. XT-115
3. Illustrates safety procedures in the chemical
laboratory. Topics include proper handling of acids,
solvents and compressed gases; reagent labeling;
respirators; housekeeping; and hoods.
4. U.S. EPA and J. T. Baker Company.
5. 1979.
6. Persons working in a chemical laboratory.
7. 15-minute tape and 63 slides.
8. Script.
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. THE DETERMINATION OF pH, PART I
2. XT-118
3. Part I of a two-part series is an elementary introduction
to the concepts of pH. The sequence discusses the
definitions of acids and bases, and their physical and
chemical properties, ways of expressing hydrogen ion
concentration, the pH and pOH scales, and pH values for
common liquids. (Part II deals with the calibration
and use of several types of pH meters.) Procedures
based on Standard Methods, 14th Edition, 1975 and "A
Study of Water Quality." Dr. Charles E. Renn, LaMotte
Chemical Co.
4. U.S. EPA
5. February, 1980.
6. Supplemental use by those instructing others about pH
and for persons who have little knowledge about pH.
7. 11-minute tape and 49 slides.
8. Script.
1. INNOVATIVE AND ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR MUNICIPAL
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
2. XT-120
3. Discusses the use of alternative and innovative
technology for the treatment of the nation's municipal
wastewater in accordance with the Clean Water Act of
1977. Criteria are given for classifying a technology
as "alternative" and/or "innovative." Several alternatives
to conventional treatment and discharge are discussed
including a detailed example of land application of wastes.
4. Environmental Extension Project, Oklahoma State
University
5. July, 1979.
6. Federal and State Review Authorities administering the
Construction Grants Program, and engineering and
planning personnel preparing facility plans.
7. 20-minute tape and 80 slides.
8. Script.
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1. URBAN STORMWATER RUNOFF
2. XT-121
3. Outlines some of the problems and methods of
controlling urban stormwater runoff. Included are
sources of stormwater pollution, comparison of runoff
problems with other sources, specific methods of
control within cities, and methods of prevention in
developing areas.
4. Institute of State and Regional Affairs, The
Pennsylvania State University
5. 1981.
6. Instructors in water quality, State Highway and local
Public Works Departments, public awareness groups, and
community planners.
7. 15-minute tape and 74 slides.
8. Script; 4 special slides showing detailed charts
pertinent to Urban Stormwater Runoff may be used to
augment slide presentation; Instructor Guide.
1. WETLANDS: A CASE FOR PROTECTION
2. XT-122
3. Examines the value and destruction of our nation's
wetlands. The major values of flood control, shoreline
protection, groundwater replenishment, water
purification, food production and animal habitat are
described. Briefly explains U.S. EPA and U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers involvement in wetland protection
through the Dredge and Fill Permit Program.
4. U.S. EPA
6. General interest.
7. 12-minute tape and 80 slides; also available on 3/4"
U-Matic videocassette (VC-114).
9. Slides numbers 11, 26, 28, 30, 31, 32, 37, 39, 42, 62,
70 and 71 are copyrighted and may not be reproduced.
1. LAND TREATMENT OF MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER
2. XT-130
3. Discusses the land treatment of municipal wastewater
using the methods of irrigation, rapid infiltration
and overland flow. The factors which influence the
selection of particular methods are examined.
4. U.S. EPA
6. Wastewater treatment instructors, persons involved in
the Construction Grants Program, consulting engineers,
community planners, and concerned citizens.
7. 15-minute tape and 80 slides.
8. Script, brochure.
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1. LAND APPLICATION OF MUNICIPAL SLUDGE TO FARMLAND
(SHORT AND LONG VERSIONS)
2. XT-132.A and XT-132.B
3. The programs categorize the results of ongoing studies
on land disposal of sludge on farms in Ohio. XT-132.A
is the shorter version and gives a brief overview of
the research projects. XT-132.B gives greater detail
to economic considerations and conditions necessary for
land disposal of sludge. It outlines the responsibility
of both the landowner and the sewage treatment plant
personnel for continuous monitoring and analysis of
change in nutrient levels, sludge, water, soil and
plants.
6. Wastewater treatment instructors, community planners
and concerned citizens.
7. XT-132.A: 5-minute tape and 24 slides;
XT-132.B: 18-minute tape and 54 slides.
8. Script.
1. ON-SITE WASTEWATER SYSTEMS
2. XT-134
3. Describes technologies for treating and disposing of
wastewater from individual homes, small communities,
commercial enterprises and others not served by a
central sewage collection system. How to obtain
Federal and State Construction Grants is explained.
4. Environmental Extension Project, Oklahoma State
University.
6. Persons responsible for planning and financing on-site
wastewater systems.
7. 14-minute tape and 71 slides.
8. Script.
1. CQNTROL CHARTS FOR ACCURACY
2. XT-143
3. Presents an overview of control charts including their
role in laboratory quality assurance programs, the
Shewhart theory of charts to monitor manufacturing
processes, and contrasts variables in industrial
processes with those in environmental analyses. Topics
include the discussion of recovery control, gathering
data, calculations, constructing a chart, verification
of initializing data, use of charts and cautions.
4. U S. EPA
5. July, 1981.
6. Chemistry laboratory personnel and others who need an
introduction to the role of control charts in a
laboratory quality assurance program and to the
construction and use of a control chart for accuracy.
7. 14-minute tape and 66 slides.
8. Script.
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1. SLUDGE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL COURSE #166
2. XT-144-XT-165
3. Included are all the materials necessary to present a
course on sludge treatment and disposal.
4. Linn-Benton Community College, Albany, Oregon
5. 1981.
6. Wastewater treatment operators, environmental
engineers and students, concerned citizens.
7. Consists of 24 modules, a pre-course package, and a summary.
Thirteen of the modules are currently available and may be used
as self-contained learning modules or in combination with other
modules. The course can be used by students in a self-paced
instructional program as well as in a classroom situation (see
below).
XT-144 PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS (PC)
This module forms an outline for Course #166 which is
amplified in succeeding sections. Briefly described
are the sources of solids in wastewater and the
handling and disposal methods. The technical, social
and economic criteria used to select a program are
discussed in detail. 21 minute tape and 61 slides.
XT-145 SLUDGE CHARACTERISTICS (SC)
An introductory module includes the types of sludge,
sludge characteristics and methods of measuring these
characteristics. 19 minute tape and 67 slides.
XT-146 SLUDGE CONDITIONING (CN)
Describes sludge conditioning equipment and steps to
prepare sludge for water removal including chemical,
heat treatment and elutriation (washing) methods of
sludge conditioning. 17 minute tape and 52 slides.
XT-147 GRAVITY THICKENING (GT)
Describes the gravity thickening process, the components
typically found on a thickener, information on process
control, safety and other basic information on the
process. 17 minute tape and 61 slides.
XT-148 FLOTATION THICKENING (FT)
Discusses dissolved air flotation thickening, the
fundamentals of process control and the typical
components found in a thickener. 18 minute tape and
61 slides.
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XT-149 AEROBIC DIGESTION (AR)
Explains the theory of the aerobic digestion process,
reviews the factors affecting process operation and
discusses the typical digester's components. 17 minute
tape and 60 slides.
XT-150.1 ANAEROBIC DIGESTION I (AT)
Part 1 of a two-part series on the basic theory and
operation of anaerobic digesters. The two parts should
be viewed consecutively. Discusses the sources of
sludge, reasons for treatment, functions of the
digestion system, the biological process, basic
digester components and products of the digestion
process. 13 minute tape and 50 slides.
XT-150.2 ANAEROBIC DIGESTION II (AO)
Part 2 of a two-part series on anaerobic digesters.
The two parts should be viewed consecutively.
Discusses the classification of digesters by function,
roof design and temperature, the effects of sludge
temperature and ways to control that temperature.
19 minute tape and 75 slides.
XT-151 DRYING BEDS (DB)
Discusses the use of drying beds for dewatering sludge
including the theory, structure and operation of drying
beds. 14 minute tape and 53 slides.
XT-152 CENTRIFUGATION (CT)
Discusses the three basic centrifuges, their theory of operation
the quality of cake and centrate along with operational control
testing. 16 minute tape and 61 slides.
XT-156 VACUUM FILTRATION (VT)
Describes a typical filter cycle, components and their
function, process control parameters, expected performance
and safety. 23 minute tape and 69 slides.
XT-157.1 SLUDGE INCINERATION-MULTIPLE HEARTH FURNACE (MH)
Explains sludge incineration using the multiple hearth
furnace. Topics include component identification,
function process control fundamentals, theory of
incineration, safety and other responsibilities of
furnace operation. 22 minute tape and 66 slides.
XT-158 SANITARY LANDFILL (LF)
Explains the complete process of disposal of sludge by
landfill including sludge suitability, site selection,
method selection and operation, site closure and
ultimate reuse. 22 minute tape and 71 slides.
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8. All modules include a slide-tape presentation, script,
course objectives, lecture outline, student workbook,
worksheets and answers to worksheets.
9. Rating: Category 1
The following modules are in the development stage:
Pre-Course Package
Course Summary
Heat Treatment (HT) XT-153
Belt Filtration (BF) XT-ISA
Filter Presses (FP) XT-155
Incineration-Fluidized Bed (FB) XT-157.2
Land Application (LA) XT-159
Sludge Lagoons (SL) XT-160
Lab Procedures (LP) XT-161
Heat Drying (HD) XT-162
Gravity Concentration (GC) XT-163
Composting (CO) XT-164
Stabilization (ST) XT-165
They are not available at this time.
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VIDEOCASSETTE (VC) INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
The videocassette instructional units support EPA training efforts in the
area of water quality, specifically wastewater and drink-Ing water.
Users should review the units to assure compliance with state and local
regulations or procedures which may vary from those presented.
Although designed to be used as supplemental materials integrated into
water quality training courses, many of the programs may be used as
self-instructional units.
All videocassettes are available in 2/2" or- 3/4" U-Matic3 V-Matic Format
only.
Users need a 1/2" or 3/4" U-Matic or V-Matic Videocassette playback unit
connected to a television monitor to view the VC units. Programs
available as 16mm films are so noted under format.
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VIDEOCASSETTE INSTRUCTIONAL UNITS
NUMERICAL INDEX
VC-4 Buret: Construction and Use 47
VC-5 Winkler Dissolved Oxygen Determination 47
VC-6 Laboratory Briefing: Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
Titration Procedures 47
VC-7 Plankton and Eutrophication 47
VC-8 Microscopic Examination of Activated Sludge 47
VC-9 Fluoride Determination in Water - SPADNS Methods 48
VC-10 B C and the Clams 48
VC-11 Stream Biota: Riffle Organisms 48
VC-12 MPN Procedures: Equipment and Supplies 48
VC-13 MPN Procedures: Tests 49
VC-20 Aquatic Ecosystems 49
VC-21 Suspended Solids 49
VC-22 Water Resources and Needs 50
VC-23 Infrared Spectroscopy: AgCl Window, NaCl Window 50
VC-24 Analysis of Plankton 50
VC-25 Algae as an Indication of Pollution 50
VC-26 Sewage 51
VC-27 Bioassay Procedures 51
VC-29 Atomic Absorption Instrumentation - Lab Briefing 51
VC-38 Determination of Dissolved Oxygen: Titration of Sample . 51
VC-39 Determination of Dissolved Oxygen: Standardization of
Sodium Thiosulfate 52
VC-40 Determination of Five Day Biochemical Oxygen Demand
(BOD): Sample Dilution 52
VC-41 Determination of Dissolved Oxygen Using a Dissolved
Oxygen Meter - Parts A and B 52
VC-42 Settleable Solids - Parts A, B, C, and D 53
VC-55 Determination of Oil and Grease: Basic Skills,
Separatory Funnel 53
VC-56 Determination of Oil and Grease: Distillation Set Up . . 53
VC-57 Use of a Spectrophotometer 54
VC-96.1-
VC-96.13 Erosion and Sediment Control Course Module 54
VC-98.0-
VC-98.21 Land Application of Wastes: An Educational Program ... 54
VC-105 Microscope Usage For Process Control 54
VC-106 Water Sampling Techniques 54
VC-107 Packing and Seals Module 55
VC-107.1 Value Packing 55
VC-107.2 Pump Packing and Mechanical Seals 55
VC-108 Bearing and Lubrication Module 55
VC-108.1 Plain Journal Bearings 55
VC-108.2 Anti-Friction Bearings 55
VC-108.3 Thrust Bearing 55
VC-109 Centrifugal Pumps Module 55
VC-109.1 Pump Disassembly 55
VC-109.2 Rotor Repair 55
VC-109.3 Rotor Reassembly 55
VC-109. 4 Pump Assembly 55
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VC-110 Values Module 55
VC-110.1 Gate Valves 55
VC-110.2 Globe Valves 55
VC-110.3 Control Valves and Valve Replacement 55
VC-110.4 Diaphram, Butterfly Valves, and
Hydrostatic Testing 55
VC-111 Air Compressors Module 55
VC-111.1 Reciprocating Compressors - Valve Maintenance. 55
VC-111.2 Reciprocating Compressors - Cyclinder
Maintenance 55
VC-111.3 Rotary Screw Compressors 55
VC-113 Water Conservation and Reuse 56
VC-117 The Use of Wastewater Sludge on Farmlands (Public). ... 56
VC-118 The Use of Wastewater Sludge on Farmlands (Technical) . . 56
VC-127 Rigging and Lifting Module 56
VC-127.1 Hand-operated Hoist 56
VC-127.2 Power-operated Hoists and Cranes 56
VC-127.3 Forklifts and Mobile Cranes 56
VC-127.4 Ladders and Scaffolds 56
VC-128 Mechanical Drives, Coupling and Alignment Module 56
VC-128.1 Couplings, Alignment, and Belts 56
VC-128.2 Chains, Speed Reducers, Vibration 56
C-150-
VC-164 University of Wyoming Programmed Training Units for
VC-150.1 Mathematics 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
VC-150.2 Mathematics 6, 7
VC-150.3 Mathematics 8, 9, 10
VC-150.4 Mathematics 11, 12
VC-151.1 Chemistry 1, 2, 3
VC-151.2 Chemistry 4, 5
VC-151.3
VC-152.1
VC-152.2
VC-152.3
VC-152.4
VC-152.5
VC-153.1
VC-154.1
VC-156.1
VC-156.2
VC-156.3
VC-157.1
VC-157.2
VC-158. 1
VC-159.1
VC-159.2
VC-160.1
VC-160.2
VC-161.1
VC-161.2
Chemistry 6, 7, 8, 9
Chemistry-Testing 1, 2, 3
Chemistry-Testing 4, 5
Chemistry-Testing 6, 7, 8
Chemistry-Testing 9, 10
Chemistry-Testing 11, 12
Hydraulics 1, 2, 3, 4
Water Treatment 1, 2, 3, 4
Water Treatment 5, 6, 7, 8
Water Treatment 9, 10, 11
Safety 1, 2, 3
Safety 4
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VC-162.1 Microbiology Testing 1, 2, 3 63
VC-162.2 Microbiology Testing 5, 6, and 12 63
VC-162.3 Microbiology Testing 4, 7, 8 63
VC-162.4 Microbiology Testing 9, 10, 11 63
VC-163.1 Fluoridation 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 63
VC-164.1 Trickling Filters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 64
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1. BURET: CONSTRUCTION AND USE
2. VC-4
3. The general physical features of a buret are discussed;
graduation marks, stopcock and tip. Buret filling techniques
are demonstrated. An acid-base titration using phenolphthalein
indicator emphasizes titration technique.
5. 1973.
6. Laboratory technicians unfamiliar with buret use.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 15 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. WINKLER DISSOLVED OXYGEN DETERMINATION
2. VC-5
3. A dissolved oxygen determination, using a Winkler titration
(azide modification) is demonstrated.
5. 1973.
6. Persons who are familiar with titrations in general, but not
with a Winkler titration.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 15 minutes.
8. None
1. LABORATORY BRIEFING: CHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND (COD) TITRATION
PROCEDURES
2. VC-6
3. Demonstrates the technique for titrating a digested sample to
determine the chemical oxygen demand.
5. 1973.
6. For use as a lab briefing.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 15 minutes.
8. None
1. PLANKTON AND EUTROPHICATION
2. VC-7
3. Defines and explains the problem and symptoms of eutrophication.
5. 1973.
6. Biology students and laboratory personnel identifying plankton.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 15 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. MICROSCOPIC EXAMINATION OF ACTIVATED SLUDGE
2. VC-8
3. Demonstrates using the microscope to learn the basic types of
protozoa and rotifers and relate this community of living
organisms to operating conditions and effluent quality. Included
is the viewing of live organisms as the plant operator sees them
through a microscope.
5. 1978.
6. Wastewntor treatment plant operators.
7. 3/4" U-Malic Videocassette, color; 9 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
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1. FLUORIDE DETERMINATION IN WATER - SPADNS METHOD
2. VC-9
3. Demonstrates the SPADNS method for determining fluoride in
drinking water.
5. 1973.
6. Laboratory personnel who analyze drinking water using the
SPADNS Method.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 25 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. B C AND THE CLAMS
2. VC-10
3. Presents an overview of bivalve structure and function and the
resulting problem of biological magnification including toxic
substances in the environment.
5. 1973.
6. For use in training course in water microbiology.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, black and white; 25 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. STREAM BIOTA: RIFFLE ORGANISMS
2. VC-11
3. This is a detailed and close-up study of typical benthic stream
communities. It illustrates the types of benthic stream animals
and simple procedures for collecting, examining, and preserving
samples.
5. 1973.
6. For use in teaching water quality studies.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, black and white; 8 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. MPN PROCEDURES: EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
2. VC-12 - Part I
3. Demonstrates the laboratory procedures, including supplies and
necessary equipment for the MPN test to determine total and
fecal coliform density in wastewater treatment plant effluent.
The four parts of this unit can be used (1) as supplementary
material to reinforce classroom instruction; (2) for
individualized instruction, provided that a knowledgeable
individual is available to clarify instructions; and/or
(3) as a demonstration prior to the laboratory for applied
instruction. MPN procedures are continued in VC-13, with five
additional procedures in the test.
5. 1973.
6. Wastewater treatment personnel using total and fecal coliform
tests by the MPN method.
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7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 60 minutes.
Part A - Equipment and supplies (23 minutes)
Part B - Data sheets for laboratory (7 minutes)
Part C - Tube labeling (5 minutes)
Part D - Inoculating sample (5 minutes).
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. MPN PROCEDURES: TESTS
2. VC-13 - Part II
3. Part II of the MPN Procedures presented in VC-12 demonstrates
five additional procedures for determining the total and fecal
coliform density in wastewater treatment plant effluent.
The five parts of this unit can be used (1) as supplementary
material to reinforce classroom instruction; (2) for
individualized instruction, provided that a knowledgeable
individual is available to clarify instructions; and/or
(3) as a demonstration prior to going to the laboratory for
applied instruction.
5. 1973.
6. Wastewater treatment personnel using total and fecal coliform
tests by the MPN method.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 60 minutes
Part E - 24-hour procedures (16 minutes)
Part F - 48-hour procedures (12 minutes)
Part G - 72- and 96-hour procedures (3 minutes)
Part H - Codifying results (5 minutes)
Part I - MPN table and calculations (15 minutes).
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS
2. VC-20
3. The four basic parts and energy flow of an ecosystem are
graphically illustrated. Includes all basic aquatic
communities and close-ups of live organisms in a closed
ecosystem.
5. 1974.
6. Introductory level, general interest.
7. 3/4 U-Matic Videocassette, color; 10 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. SUSPENDED SOLIDS
2. VC-21
3. Part A - Preparing the Filter Disc presents the equipment and
technique for this procedure.
Part B - Procedure presents recording sample identity, filtration
and rinsing, and putting the disc with residue into an oven. Both
the membrane filter assembly and the Gooch crucible are used in
this demonstration.
4. U.S. EPA
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5. 1974.
6. Designed as laboratory instruction for Effluent Monitoring
Procedures; Basic Parameters For Municipal Effluent, Course
164.1; laboratory personnel involved with Total Suspended Solids
determination.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 28 minutes.
Part A - 15 minutes
Part B - 13 minutes
8. None
1. WATER RESOURCES AND NEEDS
2. VC-22
3. Illustrates the hydrologic cycle, its relationship to water
supply, uses and distribution of water.
5. 1974.
6. General interest.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 20 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. INFRARED SPECTROSCOPY: AgCl WINDOW, NaCl WINDOW
2. VC-23
3. Part A explains the AgCl Window including the Wilks infrared
liquid mini-cell, cell filling, and means for varying cell path
length.
Part B explains the NaCl Window including an infrared sodium
chloride sandwich cell and a demonstration of cell filling.
5. 1973
6. Laboratory personnel having a basic understanding of infrared
laboratory procedures.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 13 minutes.
Part A - 7 minutes and Part B - 6 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. ANALYSIS OF PLANKTON
2. VC-24
3. Reviews techniques for plankton analysis.
5. 1973.
6. Persons involved with plankton analysis.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, black and white; 30 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. ALGAE AS AN INDICATION OF POLLUTION
2. VC-25
3. Explores Dr. Palmer's pollution index using algae as indicators.
5. 1973.
6. Persons involved with plankton analysis.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 30 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 3.
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1. SEWAGE
2. VC-26
3. An overview of typical activated sludge microorganisms showing
the types and variety of typical forms and indicator organisms.
5. 1973.
6. Persons involved with bacteriological analysis of drinking water.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, black and white; 15 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category
1. BIOASSAY PROCEDURE
2. VC-27
3. Presents a detailed demonstration of a full scale (96 hour)
static bioassay test using industrial wastewater samples. How
to interpret the results and use them in determining a
management policy for a particular effluent are discussed.
5. 1973.
6. Laboratory personnel interested in overview of the Bioassay
technique.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 25 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. ATOMIC ABSORPTION INSTRUMENTATION - LAB BRIEFING
2. VC-29
3. Demonstrates the operation and calibration of the Atomic
Absorption Spectrophotometer.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1973
6. Laboratory briefing for students learning chemical analysis.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 7 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. DETERMINATION OF DISSOLVED OXYGEN: TITRATION OF SAMPLE
2. VC-38
3. The dissolved oxygen content of a water sample contained in a 300
ml B.O.D. bottle is determined by means of a Winkler titration -
azide modification. Emphasis is placed on recognition of the
titration end point. Calculations are shown.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1974
6. Designed as laboratory instruction for EFFLUENT MONITORING
PROCEDURES: BASIC PARAMETERS FOR MUNICIPAL EFFLUENT, Package
Course (PC) 164.1;
laboratory personnel involved with DO determination.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 27 minutes.
8. None
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1. DETERMINATION OF DISSOLVED OXYGEN: STANDARDIZATION OF SODIUM
THIOSULFATE
2. VC-39
3. Approximately 0.0375 N sodium thiosulfate is standardized against
0.0375 N potassium biiodate. Calculations are shown.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1974
6. Designed for use in EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES: BASIC
PARAMETERS FOR MUNICIPAL EFFLUENT, Package Course (PC) 164.1;
laboratory personnel involved in DO determination.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 27 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. DETERMINATION OF FIVE DAY BIOCHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND
(BOD): SAMPLE DILUTION
2. VC-40
3. Two techniques are shown:
1. Dilution of a BOD sample in a graduated cylinder. Nutrient
salt "solutions and buffer are added. Emphasis is placed on
mixing techniques.
2. Filling of BOD bottles by siphoning from the graduated
cylinder.
5. 1974.
6. Although designed specifically for use in training course
SELF-MONITORING PROCEDURES: BASIC PARAMETERS FOR MUNICIPAL
EFFLUENTS (164.1), it may be useful to others teaching the
subject.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 23 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. DETERMINATION OF DISSOLVED OXYGEN USING A DISSOLVED OXYGEN
METER - PARTS A AND B
2. VC-41
3. The use of the Weston & Stack Model 300 dissolved oxygen meter is
explained, including a battery check, cleaning of electrodes,
membrane installation, and calibration methods.
5. 1974.
6. Although designed specifically for use in the training course,
SELF-MONITORING PROCEDURES: BASIC PARAMETERS FOR MUNICIPAL
EFFLUENTS (164.1), it may be useful to others teaching the
subject.
7. Two 3/4" U-Matic Videocassettes, color; Part A - 26 minutes,
Part B - 38 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. SETTLEABLE SOLIDS - PARTS A, B, C, AND D
2. VC-42
3. A classroom briefing for laboratory procedure to determine
settleable solids in milligrams per liter Imhoff Settling
Cone.
5. 1974.
6. Beginning wastewater treatment plant operators.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 15 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. DETERMINATION OF OIL AND GREASE: BASIC SKILLS, SEPARATORY FUNNEL
2. VC-55
3. Part One demonstrates entry level skills needed for use with the
effluent monitoring procedure including the use of pH sensitive
paper, use of partial and total immersion thermometers, and
folding and placing filter paper in a 60° funnel.
Part Two demonstrates the use of a separatory funnel to extract a
water sample with Freon. Special attention is given to safety,
separation of the water and solvent layers, and manipulation of
the stopcock to separate the two layers.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1976
6. Designed as laboratory instruction for EFFLUENT MONITORING
PROCEDURES: NUTRIENTS, Package Course (PC) 164.3; laboratory
personnel using the separatory funnel.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 30 minutes.
Part 1-17 minutes
Part 2-13 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. DETERMINATION OF OIL AND GREASE: DISTILLATION SET UP
2. VC-56
3. Demonstrates the assembly of a distillation apparatus for the
removal of the Freon solvent. Several distillation "heads" are
shown.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1976
6. Designed as laboratory instruction for EFFLUENT MONITORING
PROCEDURES: NUTRIENTS, Package Course (PC) 164.3; laboratory
personnel involved with distillation of oil and grease.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 15 minutes.
8. None
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1. USE OF A SPECTROPHOTOMETER
2. VC-57
3. Use of a Baush and Lomb Spectronic 20 spectrophotometer is
demonstrated. Special attention is given to techniques for
placing the instrument into operation, taking absorbance readings,
and changing the phototube.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1976
6. Designed as laboratory instruction for EFFLUENT MONITORING
PROCEDURES: NUTRIENTS, Package Course (PC) 164.3; laboratory
personnel who use a spectrophotometer.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 21 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL COURSE MODULE
2. VC-96.1 to VC-96.13
3. Refer to XT-96.1 to XT-96.13 for specific titles, running time of
programs and other details.
1. LAND APPLICATION OF WASTES: AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
2. VC-98.0 to VC-98.21
3. Refer to XT-98.0 to XT-98.21 for specific titles, running time of
programs and other details.
1. MICROSCOPE USAGE FOR PROCESS CONTROL
2. VC-105
3. Demonstrates basic microscope controls, sample handling, and
organism identification. Common organisms found in activated
sludge systems are shown.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1980
6. Wastewater treatment plant operators and laboratory personnel.
7. 3/4" U-Matic, color; 18 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. WATER SAMPLING TECHNIQUES
2. VC-106
3. Demonstrates the proper collection of drinking water samples to
avoid contamination of the samples. Sampling techniques for
radioactive, organic and inorganic contaminants and coliform
bacteria are clearly illustrated. The sampling procedures are
consistent with those specified in the National Interium Primary
Drinking Water Regulations, and conform to those practiced by the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
4. U.S. EPA
6. Water treatment plant samplers, operators, and laboratory
personnel.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 20 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
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1. MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TRAINING PROGRAM
2. VC-107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 127, and 128
3. The objective is to quickly and uniformly bring maintenance
personnel up-to-date on accepted maintenance practices. The
modules present essential theory, explanations, and demonstrations
of maintenance techniques and activities.
4. Industrial Training Corporation.
5. 1979
6. Personnel with a minimum of mechanical maintenance experience as
well as experienced mechanics refreshing their maintenance skills.
7. Program consists of five modules designed to be used in
conjunction with classroom discussion and hands-on assignments.
Each module consists of 3/4" U-Matic Videocassetttes; Instructor's
Discussion Guide, including lesson plans, quizzes and
examinations; a Student Workbook; and overhead transparencies.
8. Included materials are listed separately under specific modules.
9. Rating: Category 1. All materials are copyrighted by the
Industrial Training Corporation and Planning Research Corporation
and may not be reproduced. Purchase information may be obtained
from the Industrial Training Corporation, 14616 Southlawn Lane,
Rockville, MD 20850.
PACKING AND SEALS MODULE:
VC-107.1 Valve Packing, 45 minutes;
VC-107.2 Pump Packing and Mechanical Seals, 61 minutes.
BEARING AND LUBRICATION MODULE:
VC-108.1 Plain Journal Bearings, 56 minutes;
VC-108.2 Anti-Friction Bearings, 44 minutes;
VC-108.3 Thrust Bearing, 56 minutes.
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS MODULE:
VC-109.1 Pump Disassembly, 53 minutes;
VC-109.2 Rotor Repair, 40 minutes;
VC-109.3 Rotor Reassembly, 45 minutes;
VC-109.4 Pump Assembly, 24 minutes.
VALVES MODULE:
VC-110.1 Gate Valves, 54 minutes;
VC-110.2 Globe Valves, 40 minutes;
VC-110.3 Control Valves and Valve Replacement, 35 minutes;
VC-110.4 Diaphram, Butterfly Valves, and Hydrostatic Testing,
48 minutes.
AIR COMPRESSORS MODULE:
VC-111.1 Reciprocating Compressors - Valve Maintenance,
40 minutes;
VC-111.2 Reciprocating Compressors - Cyclinder Maintenance,
52 minutes;
VC-111.3 Rotary Screw Compressors, 57 minutes.
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RIGGING AND LIFTING MODULE:
VC-127.1 Hand-operated Hoists, 46 minutes;
VC-127.2 Power-operated Hoists and Cranes, 48 minutes;
VC-127.3 Forklifts and Mobile Cranes, 61 minutes;
VC-127.4 Ladders and Scaffolds, 58 minutes.
MECHANICAL DRIVES, COUPLING AND ALIGNMENT MODULE:
VC-128.1 Couplings, Alignment, and Belts, 54 minutes;
VC-128.2 Chains, Speed Reducers, Vibration, 41 minutes.
1. THE ALTERNATIVE IS CONSERVATION
2. VC-113
3. Designed to stimulate discussion and participation on the issue of
preserving water resources. Presents water supply and wastewater
problems in eight different communities around the country and
discusses ideas for solving the problems.
4. Urban Scientific and Educational Research Inc. (USE'R)
6. General interest junior high students to adults; citizen advisory
and activist groups, water quality personnel.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette, color; 20 minutes. Available as 16mm
rental film from USER, 30 Bates Rd., Watertown, MA 02172.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1. Copyrighted by the Urban Scientific and
Educational Research Inc. and may not be reproduced.
1. THE USE OF WASTEWATER SLUDGE ON FARMLANDS
2. VC-117 (Public) and VC-118 (Technical)
3. Demonstrates the best known method of using municipal wastewater
sludge as fertilizer on farmland. Topics include sludge
characteristics, application rates, site management, environmental
monitoring, and effects on crops. This Ohio State University
demonstration project includes an epidemiological study of the
effects of sludge application on the health of farm workers and
livestock.
4. U.S. EPA in cooperation with The Ohio Farm Bureau and The Ohio
State University.
6. VC-117 (public) is a more general presentation intended for the
general public.
VC-118 (technical) presents more technical information for people
involved with the process.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassettes, color; VC-117 - 24 minutes;
VC-118 - 21 minutes.
8. None
9. Rating: Category 1.
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1. UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING PROGRAMMED TRAINING UNITS FOR WATER/
WASTEWATER OPERATIONS
2. VC-150 thru VC-164
3. Each unit in this section consists of four different parts:
. The Videocassette presents the subject matter to the operator;
. The Workbook Notes are provided to guide the operator through
the unit and include sketches, problem examples and tables;
. The Practice Problems show the operator applications of subject
matter for use after studying the tape and workbook notes. The
Academic Tests are used to determine if the operator has
achieved the objectives of the unit.
Although the operator can proceed at his/her own pace, a group
leader should oversee the operator's progress and clarify
information where needed. Workbook Notes should be reproduced
for each participant.
4. University of Wyoming.
6. Water and wastewater operators
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassettes, color; time varies.
8. See 3 above.
9. Rating: Categories vary.
1. MATHEMATICS 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5
2. VC-150.1
3. Explains the following:
Lesson 1 to add, substract multiply, and divide whole and
decimal numbers and use significant numbers; Lesson 2 to add,
substract, multiply, and divide fractions and change mixed numbers
to improper fractions; Lesson 3 to interchange fractions to
decimals and percents and to solve simple equations containing
percents; Lesson 4 to compute the median and mean of a set of
numbers; and Lesson 5 to compute the area of a rectangle, triangle
and a circle, and explain the units associated with an area
measurement.
7. 58 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. MATHEMATICS 6, 7
2. VC-150.2
3. Lesson 6 shows how to convert cubic feet and gallons, gallons and
pounds of water, mgd and cfs. Also shows how to compute distance,
velocity or time given two values; Lesson 7 computes a chemical
dosage in pounds per day (or month) given the chemical application
in ppm and the average flow in mgd.
7. 25 minutes
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. MATHEMATICS 8, 9, 10
2. VC-150.3
3. Lesson 8 computes the volume of a rectangle solid (box) and a
cylinder, and defines the units associated with volume; Lesson 9
computes the volume of a cone and a sphere, and converts cubic
feet to gallons; Lesson 10 defines the units of specific weight,
how it is affected by temperature and explains how to compute
specific weight given the specific gravity.
7. 39 minutes
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. MATHEMATICS 11, 12
2. VC-150.4
3. Lesson 12 uses the dosage formula (MATHEMATICS 7) in computing
chemical cost and explains the conversion factor between grains
per gallon and parts per million; Lesson 12 shows how to compute
detention times given flow rate and tank dimensions.
7. 48 minutes
9. Rating: Category 1.
1. CHEMISTRY 1, 2, 3
2. VC-151.1
3. Lesson 1 defines an element and an atom, and explains symbols and
valences of common elements; Lesson 2 defines a compound and
outlines rules for balancing equations using several examples;
Lesson 3 explains how to recognize a radical, presents a table of
common radicals and their electrical charges and examples of
chemical equations with radicals.
7. 41 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. CHEMISTRY 4, 5
2. VC-151.2
Lesson 4 explains dissolution, how compounds dissolve in water to
form ions, water as a universal solvent and gives examples of
dissolution equations; Lesson 5 explains the pH scale and
distinguishes acids from bases and their characteristic reactions
in water.
7. 26 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3
1. CHEMISTRY 6, 7, 8, 9
2. VC-151.3
3. Lesson 6 discusses common prefixes and units in the cgs (metric)
system and their conversion to English units with tables showing
units of length, volume, and weight, and formulas for the
conversion of units; in Lesson 7 the relationships are given
between water volume and weight in the cgs system with examples of
conversion from mg/ml to mg/1. Lesson 8 lists the common atomic
weights and how to use them in determining molecular weight; and
Lesson 9 discusses Conservation of Mass with examples of how to
apply molecular weights to chemical equations.
7. 44 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3
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1. CHEMISTRY—TESTING 1, 2, 3
2. VC-152.1
3. Lesson 1 identifies the major features of an analytical balance
and how to weigh an object; Lesson 2 shows procedures and
calculations involved in the test for Total Solids; and Lesson 3
explains the major parts of a pH meter, buffer solutions and
step-by-step procedures to use a pH meter including
standardization.
7. 42 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3
1. CHEMISTRY—TESTING 4, 5
2. VC-152.2
3. Lesson 4 gives a list of equipment plus a step-by-step procedure
for determining alkalinity by electrometric titration. Shows
calculation for a 100 ml sample to determine alkalinity and an
introduction to the units of alkalinity. Lesson 5 shows the
importance of cleaning laboratory equipment and the practices
used.
7. 23 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. CHEMISTRY—TESTING 6, 7, 8
2. VC-152.3
3. Lesson 6 explains dissolved oxygen and how it changes with
temperature and elevation. A brief explanation is given to the
Winkler Test with a list of equipment and chemicals needed for
the Azide Modification. Lesson 7 demonstrates the step-by-step
procedure for fixing oxygen in the BOD bottle. Lesson 8
explains the procedure for completing the determination of the
DO and gives sample calculations.
7. 43 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. CHEMISTRY—TESTING 9, 10
2. VC-152.4
3. Lesson 9 demonstrates the construction and uses of different
types of glassware commonly encountered in a chemistry laboratory
including beakers, bottles, crucibles, flasks, filtration
apparatus, graduates, burets and pipets. Lesson 10 shows how to
correctly measure liquids in laboratory glassware, how to use a
pipet bulb with three valves, and how to correctly transfer
liquids.
7. 25 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. CHEMISTRY—TESTING 11, 12
2. VC-152.5
3. Lesson 11 demonstrates the Imhoff cone test for the volume
measurement of settleable solids; Lesson 12 demonstrates the
test for suspended solids.
7. 25 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 4.
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1. MICROBIOLOGY 1, 2, 3
2. VC 153.1
3. Lesson 1 presents the general characteristics of bacteria
including size, shape and growth needs plus defining aerobic,
anaerobic and facultative bacteria. Lesson 2 explains indicator
organisms and lists ideal characteristics. Lesson 3 examines
colifonn bacteria and its advantages and disadvantages as an
indicator organism.
7. 26 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. HYDRAULICS 1, 2, 3, 4
2. VC-154.1
3. Lesson 1 explains the use of the basic flow equation Q = A V for a
pipe flow problem; in Lesson 2 the use of the flow equation is
applied to problems other than pipe flow; Lesson 3 explains the
use of the pressure equation P = h; and Lesson 4 shows problem
solving of pressure problems using P = h.
7. 26 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. WATER TREATMENT 1, 2, 3, 4
2. VC-156.1
3. Lesson 1 considers the basic orientation to water treatment,
compares differences between simple and complex types of treatment
plants and discusses various factors to be considered in plant
design; Lesson 2 discusses the purpose and general operation of a
flocculation-coagulation unit process with illustration of major
systems; Lesson 3 discusses the purpose and general operation of a
rapid-sand filter unit as a backup to the clarifier; and Lesson 4
explains chlorination, flow measurement, clear well and
fluoridation.
7. 50 minutes
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. WATER TREATMENT 5, 6, 7, 8
2. VC-156.2
3. Lesson 5 discusses the use of a conveyor belt to facilitate
handling of bagged chemicals, the use of dust collectors on the
hopper of the chemical feeder, safety, respirators, hopper loading
and bag disposal; Lesson 6 shows how a gravimetric gate type belt
feeder works; Lesson 7 presents the operation and maintenance of a
gravimetric gate type belt feeder; and Lesson 8 discusses the
general operation and tips on the maintenance of
coagulation-flocculation units.
7. 61 minutes
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. WATER TREATMENT 9, 10, 11
2. VC-156.3
3. Lesson 9 presents the general operation, use and maintenance of
clarifiers and sedimentation basins. Lessons 10 and 11 explain
the general operation, use and maintenance of a rapid sand
filter, and the preparation and backwash of filters.
7. 48 mintues.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. WASTEWATER TREATMENT 1, 2, 3
2. VC-157.1
3. Lesson 1 explains the reasons for treating wastewater, the
composition and types of sewage and terminology used in wastewater
treatment; Lesson 2 outlines the purposes of bar screens, grit
chambers, flow measurement and the comminutor; Lesson 3 describes
the purposes of the clarifier, digester and sludge drying beds.
7. 42 minutes
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. WASTEWATER TREATMENT 4, 5, 6
2. VC-157.2
3. Lesson 4 discusses secondary treatment and the operation of a
trickling filter; Lesson 5 shows the operation of an activated
sludge system; and Lesson 6 summarizes primary and secondary
treatment plants.
7. 27 minutes
9. Rating: Category 2
1. WASTE STABILIZATION LAGOON 1, 2
2. VC-158.1
3. Lesson 1 explains the basic operation of aerobic and facultative
systems; Lesson 2 shows the operations and maintenance of
anaerobic and aerated lagoons.
7. 16 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 2.
1. CHLORINATION 1, 2
2. VC-159.1
3. Lesson 1 identifies the basic properties of chlorine, the reasons
for chlorination, and basic first aid and safety procedures;
Lesson 2 explains the operation of hypochlorinators and gas
chlorinators.
7. 21 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3
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1. CHLORINATION 3, 4, 5, 6
2. VC-159.2
3. Lesson 3 describes the use of the Fisher-Porter vacuum paced type
of chlorinator; Lesson 4 explains the various parts of the
Fisher-Porter chlorinator; Lesson 5 shows the set-up of the 100
pound and 1 ton chlorine containers; Lesson 6 discusses the
swimming pool type of Fisher-Porter chlorine meter, its use and
maintenance.
7. 36 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3
1. SAFETY 1, 2, 3
2. VC-160.1
3. Lesson 1 explains the hazards of toxic gases and how to test for
them; Lesson 2 shows the hazards of combustible gases and how to
test for them; and in Lesson 3 the use and limitations of
respirators and gas masks is shown.
7. 42 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. SAFETY 4
2. VC-160.2
3. Lesson 4 gives a step-by-step procedure of the use, care and
maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus.
7. 15 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3
1. MAINTENANCE 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
2. VC-161.1
3. In Lesson 1 the major parts of a centrifugal pump are explained;
Lesson 2 examines the operations of rotation and a water bleed
system in the pump; in Lesson 3 the methods and procedures of
preventative maintenance are demonstrated; Lesson 4 shows
procedures and methods of lubrication; and Lesson 5 shows
step-by-step procedures for breaking down, inspecting, repairing
and reassembling a centrifugal pump.
7. 60 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3.
1. MAINTENANCE 6, 7
2. VC-161.2
3. In Lesson 6 the major parts of a gate valve and its operation and
maintenance are described; Lesson 7 continues with valves, showing
the use, operation and maintenance of a plug valve, regulator
valve and special high pressure valve.
7. 41 minutes
9. Rating: Category 3.
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1. MICROBIOLOGY TESTING 1, 2, 3
2. VC-162.1
3. Lesson 1 presents the general procedure and the equipment needed
for testing for coliforms using the MF test. Lesson 2
demonstrates the proper procedure for washing and preparing the
equipment for the MF test for sterilization. In Lesson 3 the
correct procedures for preparing the buffered dilution water for
the test are demonstrated.
7. 38 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 4.
1. MICROBIOLOGY TESTING 5, 6, and 12
2. VC-162.2
3. Lesson 5 shows the proper methods of sample taking in a stream or
a household tap. Lesson 6 discusses sample size and dilution and
the associated mathematics of each situation. Lesson 12
demonstrates coliform incubation procedures including a warm air
and water bath incubators.
7. 40 minutes.
1. MICROBIOLOGY TESTING 4, 7, 8
2. VC-162.3
3. Lesson 4 shows the preparation of the M-endo MF broth for the
coliform test. Lesson 7 demonstrates the proper procedure to
perform the MF total coliform testing using sterile techniques.
In Lesson 8 colony counting of total coliform is discussed.
7. 52 minutes.
1. MICROBIOLOGY TESTING 9, 10, 11
2. VC-162.4
3. Lesson 9 demonstrates the proper techniques for preparing
the M-FC broth and rosolic acid solution for the fecal coliform
test. Lesson 10 shows how to perform the test for fecal
coliforms. In Lesson 11 the proper procedures are demonstrated
for fecal coliform colony counting.
7. 38 minutes
1. FLUORIDATION 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
2. VC-163.1
3. Lesson 1 gives the history and general information regarding
fluoridation of water supplies; Lesson 2 describes the major
compounds used in fluoridation and the characteristics of each;
in Lesson 3 the major parts, operation and maintenance of an
upflow saturator are discussed; Lesson 4 explains the major
parts, operation and maintenance of the downflow saturator; and
Lesson 5 examines procedures for safety and protection in
handling fluoride compounds.
7. 42 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 2.
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1. TRICKLING FILTERS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
2. VC-164.1
3. Lesson 1 introduces the trickling filter and its major parts;
Lesson 2 explains the biological action of the process; in
Lesson 3 the importance of daily and periodic checks and how to
deal with problems of uneven distribution and ponding is
explained; Lesson 4 examines odor, freezing and filter fly
problems; in Lesson 5 maintenance for distributor arms, bearings
and mercury seals are described; and Lesson 6 presents hydraulic
and organic loadings and how to compute them for trickling
filters.
7. 41 minutes.
9. Rating: Category 1.
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PACKAGE COURSES (PC) AND MODULES
Package courses have been prepared in response to a need for consistency
in water quality training and demonstrating standard laboratory procedures.
They also serve as useful references for those developing training courses
and materials.
Each of the courses consists of the following: (1) an instructor's guide
or staff manual containing information on course planning and worksheets
(IPW) which specify instructional objectives, entry level behavior, audio
and/or visual aids, suggestions for presenting the topic, equipment and
supplies required, a quiz and answer key; (2) a training or student reference
manual; (3) slides, slide-tape instructional units, videocassette instructional
units and/or overhead transparencies.
All items, print and non-print, need to be ordered separately. If
questions, call (614) 422-6717.
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PACKAGE COURSES (PC) AND MODULES
NUMERICAL INDEX
PC-100.4 Inorganic Analyses in Water Quality Control Programs. . . 69
PC-100.5 Organic Analyses in Water Quality Control Programs. ... 70
PC-120.4 Bacteriological Methods in Water Quality Control
Programs 71
PC-163 A Course on Operational Considerations in Wastewater
Treatment Plant Design 72
PC-164.1 Effluent Monitoring Procedures (EMP): Basic
Parameters for Municipal Effluents 73
PC-164.2 Effluent Monitoring Procedures (EMP): Metals Analysis. . 74
PC-164.3 Effluent Monitoring Procedures (EMP): Nutrients 75
PC-164.6 Effluent Monitoring Procedures (EMP): Basic
Laboratory Skills 76
PC-179.2 Troubleshooting Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Problems
in Wastewater Treatment Plants 77
PC-301.1 Determination of Residual Chlorine and Turbidity in
Drinking Water 78
Working for Clean Water: An Information Program for
Citizen Advisory Groups 79
XT-168 Chapter 1 - Role of Advisory Groups 79
XT-169 Chapter 2 - Public Participation 79
XT-170 Chapter 3 - Facility Planning in the
Construction Grants Program 79
XT-171 Chapter 4 - Municipal Wastewater Process
Overview 79
XT-171 Chapter 5 - Municipal Wastewater Processes:
Details 79
XT-134 Chapter 6 - Small Systems 79
XT-120 Chapter 7 - Innovative and Alternative
Technologies 79
VC-113 Chapter 8 - Water Conservation and Reuse .... 79
XT-172 Chapter 9 - Land Treatment 80
XT-173 Chapter 10 - Cost-Effectiveness Analysis .... 80
XT-174 Chapter 11 - Environmental Assessment 80
XT-175 Chapter 12 - Financial Management 80
XT-176 Chapter 13 - Multiple Use 80
XT-177 Chapter 14 - Industrial Pretreatment 80
MP-57 Chapter 15 - Wastewater Facilities Operations
and Management 80
XT-121 Chapter 16 - Urban Stormwater Runoff 80
XT-178 Chapter 17 - Nonpoint Source Pollution:
Agriculture, Forestry, and Mining 80
MP-16 Chapter 18 - Groundwater Contamination 80
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1. INORGANIC ANALYSES IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS
2. PC-100.4
3. Presents methods of analyzing inorganic pollutants as approved in
the Federal Register. Topics include test procedures for acidity,
alkalinity, hardness, chlorine, total phosphorus, fluoride,
nitrate and nitrite nitrogen, total and suspended solids,
turbidity, and specific conductance. Sample handling; compliance
methodology, accuracy, precision and error of data; and elements
of quality assurance programs are covered with an emphasis on
laboratory operations.
4. U.S. EPA - NTOTC
5. 1981.
6. Chemists and technicians who are required to analyze organics
for NPDES, NIPPWR, and other water quality programs.
Participants should have completed one year of college level
inorganic chemistry, one course in quantitative analysis, and
should have basic laboratory skills including the use of
analytical balances, volumetric glassware and titration
assemblies.
7. Slide-tape instructional units (XT):
XT-44 Determination of Phosphorus;
XT-51 Use of the Spectronic 20 Spectrophotometer;
XT-80 Fluoride Analytical Procedures.
Slides (X):
X- 8 Use of a Spectrophotometer, 16 slides;
X- 9 Calibration Graphs, 6 slides;
X-17 Sample Handling, 8 slides;
X-18 Volumetric Analysis, 30 slides;
X-20 Alkalinity, 28 slides;
X-21 Chlorine, 36 slides;
X-22 Hardness, 23 slides;
X-23 Nitrate and Nitrite Nitrogen, 20 slides;
X-24 Precision, 20 slides;
X-25 Accuracy, 14 slides;
X-26 Quality Assurance, 5 slides;
X-27 Laboratory Safety, 40 slides;
X-28 Solids, 32 slides;
X-29 Specific Conductance, 15 slides;
X-30 Turbidity, 10 slides.
Overhead transparencies (OT):
OT-11 pH, 7.
8. INORGANIC ANALYSES IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS - TRAINING
MANUAL, 178 pages, EPA 430/1-81-015, IRIS: EW 003 226;
INORGANIC ANALYSES IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS -
INSTRUCTOR'S GUIDE, 253 pages, EPA 430/1-81-016, IRIS EW 007 281
9. A 5-day course.
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1. ORGANIC ANALYSES IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS.
2. PC-100.5
3. Presents analyses for selected organic pollutants listed as
approved in the Federal Register. Topics include NPDES
methodology, laboratory safety, dissolved oxygen (Winkler), 5-day
BOD, total organic carbon, oil and grease (separatory funnel
extraction), surfactants (MBAS), total Kjeldahl and organic
nitrogen (nesslerization), phenol (4-AAP), PCB's, pesticides, and
control of analytical performance. Laboratory procedures are
emphasized.
4. U.S. EPA
5. 1980.
6. Chemists and technicians who are required to analyze organics for
NPDES, NIPDWR reguations and other water quality programs.
Participants should have a basic knowledge of organic chemistry,
quantitative analyses, and basic laboratory skills including
the use of volumetric glassware and titration assemblies.
7. Slide-tape instructional units:
XT-27 Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD);
XT-28 Determination of Phenolics;
XT-29 Dissolved Oxygen Determination;
XT-51 Use of a Spectronic 20 Spectrophotometer;
XT-54 Determination of Biochemical Oxygen Demand;
XT-56 Determination of Grease and Oil;
XT-59 Determination of Total Organic Carbon (TOC);
XT-67 Determination of Ammonia Nitrogen.
Slides (X):
X- 8 Use of a Spetrophotometer, 16 slides;
X- 9 Calibration Graphs, 6 slides;
X-17 Sample Handling, 8 slides;
X-24 Precision, 20 slides;
X-25 Accuracy, 14 slides;
X-26 Quality Assurance, 5 slides;
X-27 Laboratory Safety Practices, 40 slides;
X-31 Dissolved Oxygen - General Considerations, 7 slides;
X-32 YSL DO Meter, 29 slides;
X-34 Surfactants, 20 slides;
X-35 Kjeldahl Nitrogen, 10 slides;
X-36 Gas Chromatography, 5 slides;
X-37 Phenols, 4 slides.
8. ORGANIC ANALYSIS IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS - TRAINING
MANUAL, 209 pages, EPA 430/1-80-001, IRIS: EW 007 166; ORGANIC
ANALYSES IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS - INSTRUCTOR'S GUIDE,
312 pages, EPA 430/1-80-012, IRIS: EW 006 966.
9. A 5-day course.
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1. BACTERIOLOGICAL METHODS IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS.
2. PC-120.4
3. Presents sampling, analysis and data handling for bacteriological
samples as required by the Federal Register for effluent
monitoring and other water quality programs. Topics include
characteristics, occurance and significance of bacterial
indicators of pollution; criteria and standards of bacteriological
water quality; sampling programs; collection and handling of
samples; standard laboratory test procedures for total and fecal
coliforms and fecal streptococci; calculating, summarizing and
reporting laboratory data; and analytical quality control
procedures.
4. U.S. EPA - NTOTC
5. 1980.
6. Laboratory personnel should be able to perform basic
bacteriological procedures such as sample innoculations,
transfers, and weighings.
7. Slide-tape Instructional Units (XT):
XT-86 Geometric Means: Fecal Coliform.
Slides (X):
X-21 Chlorine, 36 slides;
X-30 Turbidity, 10 slides;
X-33 MF Colony Counting, 17 slides;
X-38 Collection and Handling of Bacteriological Samples,
14 slides;
X-39 Bacteriological Indicators, 53 slides;
X-40 Examination of water for Coliform and Fecal
Streptococcal Groups (MPN), 40 slides;
X-41 Membrane Filter, 12 slides.
8. BACTERIOLOGICAL METHODS IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS -
TRAINING MANUAL, 159 pages, EPA 430/1-80-004, IRIS: EW 006 092;
BACTERIOLOGICAL METHODS IN WATER QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAMS -
INSTRUCTOR'S GUIDE, 194 pages, EPA 430/1-80-015, IRIS: EW 007 159.
9. A 5-day course.
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1. A COURSE ON OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT DESIGN.
2. PC-163
3. Examines fourteen areas of considerations for upgrading the design
of wastewater plant facilities. Information is furnished for
modifying plant design to compensate for current organic and
hydraulic overloads and/or to meet more stringent treatment
requirements. The manual serves as a source of reference for
establishing criteria for upgrading wastewater treatment plants.
4. Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
5. 1978.
6. Persons involved in the design and/or evaluation of wastewater
treatment plant as a design consulting engineering or a state or
federal agency regulatory agent.
7. 703 slides in plastic pages.
8. A COURSE ON OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT DESIGN - STUDENT MANUAL, IRIS: EW 007 352; A COURSE ON
OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT DESIGN -
INSTRUCTOR MANUAL, IRIS: EW 007 353.
9. The course is currently being revised and should be availalbe
after June 1982.
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1. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES (EMP): BASIC PARAMETERS FOR
MUNICIPAL EFFLUENTS
2. PC-164.1
3. Explains NPDES approved procedures for measuring 5-day BOD;
Dissolved Oxygen; pH; fecal coliform, including calculation of the
geometric means of the counts; residual chlorine, suspended and
settleable solids and open channel flow.
4. U.S. EPA - NTOTC.
5. 1977.
6. Wastewater treatment plant operators or technicians who are
required to monitor effluent discharges under a National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit and have little
experience with the procedures.
7. Slide-tape Instructional Units (XT):
XT-29 Dissolved Oxygen Determination;
XT-37 Residual Chlorine and Chlorine Demand;
XT-54 Determination of Biochemical Oxygen Demand;
XT-69 pH Meter-Laboratory Operation;
XT-83 Determination of DO - Polarographic Probe Method;
XT-85 Simplified Geometric Mean: Fecal Coliform;
XT-86 Geometric Mean: Fecal Coliform;
XT-93 Determination of total Residual Chlorine: lodometric
Titration Method.
3/4" U-Matic Videocassette Instructional Units (VC):
VC-12 MPN Procedures: Equipment and Supplies;
VC-13 MPN Procedures: Tests;
VC-21 Suspended Solids;
VC-38 Determination of DO: Standardization of Sodium
Thiosulfate;
VC-39 Determination of DO: Titration of Sample;
VC-40 Determination of 5-day Biochemical Oxygen Demand;
VC-41 Determinatin of Dissolved Oxygen Using a DO Meter;
VC-42 Settleable Solids.
Slides (X):
X- 6 Parts of Weston/Stack DO Meter, 28 slides;
X-ll Bacteriological Sampling, 6 slides;
X-12 Equipment and Supply Requirements, 17 slides;
X-13 Preparation of Culture Medium, 12 slides;
X-14 Filtration Procedures, 15 slides;
X-15 Colony Counting, 19 slides;
X-16 Parshall Flume, 2 slides.
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Overhead Transparencies (OT):
OT- 1 Azide Modification, 6;
OT- 2 BOD-5, 14;
OT- 3 Fecal Coliform Test-Multiple Tube Method, 15;
OT- 4 Total Suspended Solids, 7;
OT- 5 Chlorine - Amperometric Titration, 10;
OT- 6 Parshall Flume, 6;
OT-11 pH Determination, 7;
OT-12 Sharp-Crested Weir, 5;
OT-13 Fecal Coliform Test - Membrane Filter, 2;
OT-14 Report of Self-Monitoring Data, 7.
8. SELF-MONITORING PROCEDURES: BASIC PARAMETERS FOR MUNICIPAL
EFFLUENTS - STUDENT REFERENCE MANUAL, 375 pages, EPA 430/1-77-003,
IRIS: EW 003 471 (current as of 1/79); EFFLUENT MONITORING
PROCEDURES: BASIC PARAMETERS FOR MUNICIPAL EFFLUENTS - STAFF
GUIDE, 272 pages, EPA 430/1-77-008, IRIS: EW 002 918.
9. A 5-day course.
1. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES (EMP): METALS ANALYSIS
2. PC-164.2
3. Explains procedures for four types of analytical methods
(spectrophotometry, volumetric analysis, atomic absorption, flame
photometry) used to determine metals in water samples. The
digestion procedure to pretreat a sample for total metal
determinations is conducted as part of the calcium lab exercise.
4. U.S. EPA - NTOTC
5. 1977.
6- Wastewater treatment plant operators or technicians who are
required to monitor effluent discharges under a National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit and have little
experience with the procedures.
7. Slide-tape Instructional Units (XT):
XT-26 Atomic Absorption;
XT-92 Flameless Atomic Absorption Determination of Mercury
(Coleman MAS-50).
3/4" U-Matic Videocassette Instructional Units (VC):
VC-29 Atomic Absorption Instrumentation - Lab Briefing.
8. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES: METALS ANALYSES - STUDENT
REFERENCE MANUAL, 200 pages, EPA 430/1-77-010, IRIS: EW 002 917.
EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES: METALS ANALYSES - STAFF GUIDE,
138 pages, EPA 430/1-77-006, IRIS: EW 002 919.
9. A 4-1/2-day course.
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1. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES (BMP): NUTRIENTS
2. PC-164.3
3. Explains NPDES approved procedures for measuring total phosphorus,
chemical oxygen demand, Kjeldahl (total) nitrogen, ammonia,
organic nitrogen, nitrate-nitrite, oil and grease, and procedures
for related skills such as using a spectrophotometer and
preparing a calibration graph.
4. U.S. EPA - NTOTC
5. 1977.
6. Wastewater treatment plant operators or technicians who are
required to monitor effluent discharges under a National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and have little
experience with the procedures.
7. Slide-tape Instructional Units (XT):
XT-44 Determination of Phosphorus;
XT-51 Use of the Spectronic 20 Spectrophotometer;
XT-56 Determination of Grease and Oil;
XT-67 Determination of Ammonia Nitrogen.
3/4" U-Matic Videocassette Instructional Units (VC):
VC-55 Determination of Oil and Grease: Basic
Skills, Separatory Funnel;
VC-56 Determination of Oil and Grease: Distillation
Se t -u p.
VC-57 Use of a Spectrophotometer;
VC-58 The Preparation of the Cadmium Reduction Column.
Slides (X):
X- 7 Determination of Chemical Oxygen Demand, 34 slides;
X- 8 Use of a Spectrophotometer, 16 slides;
X- 9 Preparation of Calibration Graphs, 6 slides;
X-10 Determination of Ammonia by an Ammonia Selective
Ion Electrode, 6 slides.
Overhead Transparencies (OT):
OT- 7 Determination of Total Phosphorus or of Orthophosphate,
Single Reagent Method, 7;
OT- 8 Determination of Chemical Oxygen Demand, 4;
OT- 9 Determination of Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen, 9;
OT-10 Determination of Nitrate-Nitrite Nitrogen and of
Nitrate Nitrogen, cadmium Reduction Method, 11.
8. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES: NUTRIENTS - STUDENT REFERENCE
MANUAL, 314 pages, EPA 430/1-76-006, IRIS: EW 002 921; EFFLUENT
MONITORING PROCEDURES: NUTRIENTS - STAFF GUIDE, 213 pages,
EPA 430/1-77-007, IRIS: F,W 002 916.
9. A 4-1/2-day Course.
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1. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES (BMP): BASIC LABORATORY SKILLS
2. PC-164.6
3. Reviews basic mathematics and explains laboratory operations such
as weighing, solution preparation, volumetric analysis, naming
compounds, record keeping, and basic microbiological techniques.
4. U.S. EPA - NTOTC
5. 1978.
6. Wastewater treatment plant operators or technicians who are
required to monitor effluent discharges under a National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Permit and have little
experience with the laboratory work.
7. 3/4" U-Matic Videocassette Instructional Units (VC):
VC- 4 Buret Construction and Use;
VC- 5 Winkler Dissolved Oxygen Determination;
VC-12 MPN Procedures: Equipment and Supplies;
VC-39 Determination of DO: Standardization of Sodium
Thiosulfate.
8. EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES: BASIC LABORATORY SKILLS - STUDENT
REFERENCE MANUAL, 127 pages, EPA 430/1-77-011, IRIS: EW 002 920;
EFFLUENT MONITORING PROCEDURES: BASIC LABORATORY SKILLS - STAFF
GUIDE, 213 pages, EPA 430/1-78-005, IRIS: EW 003 164.
9. A 5-day study.
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1. TROUBLESHOOTING OPERATION & MAINTENANCE (O&M) PROBLEMS IN
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS.
2. PC-179.2
3. This 15-unit course explains how to train water pollution control
personnel in the process of troubleshooting and problem solving
for operational problems. Educational techniques include case
studies, discussions, record analysis, role playing, simulations,
and small group interaction and lectures. The units include sewer
use control, pre/primary treatment, fixed media biological
systems, oxidation lagoons, laboratory practices, flow
measurement, chemical additions, management behavior, activated
sludge, solids handling, land treatment and disinfection.
4. Environmental Resources Training Center of Southern Illinois
University.
5. December, 1979.
6. Wastewater treatment plant operations and management personnel;
local, state and federal regulatory agency personnel; private
sector operations' consultants; design consultants for equipment
manufacturers; and instructors of wastewater technology courses.
7. 877 slides.
8. A COURSE ON TROUBLESHOOTING O&M PROBLEMS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANTS - INSTRUCTOR'S MANUAL, 212 pages, IRIS: EW 006 962.
A COURSE ON TROUBLESHOOTING O&M PROBLEMS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES - INSTRUCTOR'S NOTEBOOK, 1702 pages, IRIS: EW 006 469.
A COURSE ON TROUBLESHOOTING O&M PROBLEMS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES - TRAINEE NOTEBOOK, 333 pages, IRIS: EW 006 984.
A COURSE ON TROUBLESHOOTING O&M PROBLEMS IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES - OVERHEAD TRANSPARENCY MASTERS - INSTRUCTOR'S
NOTEBOOK, 109 pages, IRIS: EW 006 983.
9. Rating: Category 2. Some slides are contrasty or have an overall
color shift. The entire course contains 44-1/4 hours of lecture
material. During field tests, one or more units have been
eliminated to decrease the instructional time to 35 hours, or a
5-day workshop.
NOTE: The slides may be rented for $50.00. Non-print items are
available at additional cost. A single copy of each item (all
four items) can be rented for $20.00. Non-print items can also
be purchased. Call (614) 422-6717 for purchase prices of print
material.
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1. DETERMINATION OF RESIDUAL CHLORINE AND TURBIDITY IN DRINKING WATER
2. PC 301.1
3. Presents the analytical methods for residual chlorine and
turbidity. Topics include sample handling, permissable
concentration levels, substitution of residual chlorine for
bacteriological work, and public notification.
4. U. S. EPA - EMSL
5. 1978.
6. Water treatment plant operators with little experience with
analytical procedures for residual chlorine and turbidity.
7. Slides (X):
X-42 Federal (State) Requirements for Compliance on Chlorine
and Turbidity, 19 slides;
X-43 Analysis for Residual Chlorine, 16 slides;
X-44 Analysis for Turbidity, 20 slides.
8. DETERMINATION OF RESIDUAL CHLORINE AND TURBIDITY IN DRINKING
WATER - STUDENT MANUAL, 64 pages, EPA 430/1-78-010,
IRIS: EW 006 956; DETERMINATION OF RESIDUAL CHLORINE AND
TURBIDITY IN DRINKING WATER - INSTRUCTOR'S MANUAL, EPA
430/1-78-010, IRIS: EW 006 956.
9. A 1-day course.
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1. WORKING FOR CLEAN WATER: AN INFORMATION PROGRAM FOR CITIZEN
ADVISORY GROUPS.
2. XT-120, 121, 134, 168-178; VC 113; MP-16, 57
3. Designed to help advisory groups improve decision-making
in water quality planning.
4. Institute of State and Regional Affairs, The Pennslyvania
State University, Middletown, PA.
5. 1981.
6. Citizen advisory groups, governmental officials, public school
and college students, wastewater treatment authority members.
7. Eighteen handbooks, each discussing a different topic, are units
(chapters) in a three volume set of printed materials. The
unit titles and associated audiovisual presentations (slide-tape,
videocassette, or 16-mm film) are outlined below:
VOLUME 1
Chapter 1 - ROLE OF ADVISORY GROUPS
XT-168 - Role of Advisory Groups, 10 minute tape and
69 slides.
Chapter 2 - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
XT-169 - The Bellevue Experience A Public Participation
Puzzle,
14 minute tape and 80 slides.
Chapter 3 - FACILITY PLANNING IN THE CONSTRUCTION GRANTS PROGRAM
XT-170 - Overview of Facility Planning,
14 minute tape and 63 slides.
Chapter 4 - MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER PROCESSES OVERVIEW
XT-171 - Municipal Wastewater Treatment (Processes),
16 minute tape and 79 slides.
Chapter 5 - MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER PROCESSES: DETAILS
XT-171 - Municipal Wastewater Treatment (Processes),
16 minute tape and 79 slides.
Chapter 6 - SMALL SYSTEMS
XT-134 - Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems,
12 minute tape and 69 slides.
VOLUME 2
Chapter 7 - INNOVATIVE AND ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
XT-120 - Innovative and Alternative Technologies for
Municipal Wastewater Management,
14 minute tape and 66 slides.
Chapter 8 - WATER CONSERVATION AND REUSE
VC-113 - The Alternative in Conservation,
20 minute 3/4" U-Matlc Videocassette.
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Chapter 9 - LAND TREATMENT
XT-172 - Land Treatment of Municipal Wastewater,
14 minute tape and 77 slides.
Chapter 10 - COST-EFFECTIVENESS ANALYSIS
XT-173 - Cost-Effectiveness Analysis,
11 minute tape and 70 slides.
Chapter 11 - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
XT-174 - Environmental Assessment,
11 minute tapes and 70 slides.
Chapter 12 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
XT-175 - Financial Management,
16 minute tape and 78 slides.
VOLUME 3
Chapter 13 - MULTIPLE USE
XT-176 - Clean Water Recreation,
13 minute tape and 80 slides.
Chapter 14 - INDUSTRIAL PRETREATMENT
XT-177 - Industrial Pretreatment,
12 minute tape and 65 slides.
Chapter 15 - WASTEWATER FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT
MP-57 - Investment to Protect,
20 minute 16mm film.
Chapter 16 - URBAN STORMWATER RUNOFF
XT-121 Urban Storm Water Runoff,
12 minute tape and 80 slides.
Chapter 17 - NONPOINT SOURCE POLLUTION: AGRICULTURE,
FORESTRY, AND MINING.
XT-178 - Rural Nonpoint Source of Pollution,
9 minute tape and 52 slides.
Chapter 18 - GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION
MP-16 - Groundwater - "America's Buried Treasure."
13 minute 16mm film.
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