BULLETIN OF COURSES
JULY 1969 TO DECEMBER 7970
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL TRAINING PROGRAM
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ADMINISTRATION
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JLainin, for CLEAN WATER
" I support the basic concepts as outlined in the
Water Quality Act of 1965, as amended. I am convinced that with
proper administration, adequate financing, and good tough enforce-
ment the objectives as outlined by Congress can be attained. Our
Federal program requires a cooperative effort by local, state and
National -governments, coupled with the support of private industry
and the general public. It is only when all these elements of society
work together that we can realize progress in cleaning up the polluted
waters and prevent further pollution.
The Department of the Interior must utilize to the utmost the
present laws. We must seek new authority where new authority is
needed. We must be willing to move in new directions and assist
the States in developing programs which will prevent as well as
control water pollution. We must establish the proper guidelines so
that each entity will know its responsibilities. Industry must know
what is expected of it, as must the municipalities, the States, and
the regional and interstate groups. We must develop the technical
capability that is needed. We must have training programs. There
is much that needs to be done. "
Statement by Secretary Walter J. Hickel
Before the Senate Public Works Committee
Subcommittee on Air and Water Pollution
February 28, 1969.
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JULY 7969 TO DECEMBER 1970
BULLETIN OF COURSES
WATER
POLLUTION
CONTROL
TRAINING
PROGRAM
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Federal Water Pollution Control Administration
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FWPCA TRAINING LOCATIONS
NORTHEAST REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER
Hudson-Delaware Basins Office'
Edison, New Jersey 08817
PACIFIC NORTHWEST/WATER
LABORATORY;
200 S. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 973,30
'ROBERT A. TAFT SANITARY
ENGINEERING CENTER
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
ROBERT S. KERR WATER RESEARCH CENTER
P.O. Box 1198
Ada, Oklahoma 74820
SOUTHEAST WATER LABORATORY
College Station Road
Athens, Georgia 30601
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The Federal Water Pollution Control Administration of the U.S. Department of the Interior
conducts programs of research, technical assistance, enforcement, and training for water pollution
control.
Training is offered by the Federal Water Pollution Control Administration at five locations in
the United States. These locations are the Robert A. Taft Sanitary Engineering Center in Cincinnati,
Ohio; the Robert S. Kerr Water Research Center in Ada, Oklahoma; the Southeast Water Laboratory
in Athens, Georgia; the Pacific Northwest Water Laboratory in Corvallis, Oregon; and the Hudson-
Delaware Basins Office in Edison, New Jersey.
The objective of the Training Program is to provide specialized training in the causes, pre-
vention, and control, of water pollution. Training not generally available elsewhere is featured in
specialized subjects, including recent developments in sanitary engineering, chemistry, aquatic
biology, and microbiology in the field and in the laboratory. It is expected that this training will lead
to rapid application of new research findings, increase skills of technical and professional personnel,
and train new employees recruited from other professional or technical areas in the special skills
required in water pollution control. Scientists, engineers, and recognized authorities from other FWPCA
programs other government agencies, universities, and industry, supplement the training staff by
serving as guest lecturers and special consultants.
Most training is conducted in the form of highly technical, short-term, courses of one or two
week's duration. The scope and level of these courses is designed to meet specific practical features
of wastewater treatment plant design and operation, water quality evaluation in field and laboratory,
and technical and administrative aspects of water quality management and water pollution control.
The primary responsibility of the States in the training of wastewater treatment plant operators
is recognized. Accordingly, in training those directly responsible for operations of wastewater treat-
ment plants, the FWPCA direct training role is to supplement and support, and not to supplant, State
programs of operator training. In fulfilling this responsibility, the FWPCA training units do admit
selected key personnel from wastewater treatment plants for training in subjects not generally included
in the State programs of operator training. It is expected that these students will be able to transmit
the benefits of their training to other operational personnel, either through formal training programs
or through the informal type of training associated with on-the-job relationships.
Support of operator-training programs of the States is available through technical consultations
in the planning and development of operator-training courses. Guest appearances of instructors from
the Training Programs of the Federal Water Pollution Control Administration can be arranged; in-
structional materials such as training manuals, course plans, and training aids can be made available,
subject to priorities of existing training schedules, or may be reproduced freely.
ADMISSION TO COURSES
Admission to courses is by application forms provided at the back of this Bulletin. Additional
forms may be obtained from any training unit of the FWPCA shown on the page opposite.
NO TUITION OR REGISTRATION FEE IS CHARGED. Early application is advised, since
course enrollments are limited. Students arrange for their own housing and transportation while attend-
ing courses. To apply for admission to a course, fill out an application from the back of this Bulletin,
using a separate form for each course. (Where appropriate, please be sure to secure the signature of
approval from the appropriate supervisor in your administrative chain of command.) Mail the application
to the FWPCA training facility offering the course you wish to attend.
Information on local transportation and housing will be mailed to accepted applicants four to
six weeks prior to course date. At this time, information will be provided with respect to the day
and hour of course opening and closing. Please arrange travel plans to conform to the announced
course schedule.
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Related Environmental Training Programs
Listed below are other training programs which may be of interest to the reader of this
Inquiries about specific courses should be sent directly to the programs involved.
Chief, Training Institute
Environmental Control Administration
P. 0. Box 30200
Cincinnati, OH 45230
Director, Office of Manpower Development
National Air Pollution Control Administration
P. O. Box 12055
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Chief, Training Branch
National Communicable Disease Center
Atlanta, GA 30333
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Content*
Course Descriptions 8
Federal Water Pollution Control Administration
Facilities Offering Training 29
Ada, Oklahoma 31
Athens, Georgia 33
Cincinnati, Ohio 35
Corvallis, Oregon 37
Edison, New Jersey 39
Applications for Training 41
Chronological Schedule of Courses inside back cover
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CHEMICAL ANALYSES FOR
WATER QUALITY (100)
2 weeks
CINCINNATI, OHIO July 28-August 8, 1969
November 3-14, 1969
July 13-24, 1970
CORVALLIS, OREGON March 2-13, 1970
This course is designed for chemists, biologists
and engineers having a professional background and re-
sponsibility in performing, using, or interpreting chemical
analyses for water quality.
Learning objectives for the student are:
To understand selected tests employed in chemical
analysis
To know the advantages and limitations of speci-
fic test methods or instrumentation
To select the more effective analytical methods
To perform selected wet chemical and instru-
mental methods, and
To evaluate results in terms of statistical infer-
ences
Selected analytical procedures are presented in
lecture-discussion sessions in the classroom outlining
essentials of the tests, control techniques and inter-
pretations. Various methods are stressed to. increase
specificity and validity of chemical criteria related to
water pollution control, and compliance with water quality
standards. About half of the course time is devoted to
practice in laboratory operations. The students utilize
wet chemical procedures and instrumentation for visible,
infrared, flame and atomic absorption spectroscopy,
dissolved oxygen, pH and conductivity meters. Calcul-
ations of results are performed in homework or workshop
sessions and the results compared statistically in
class discussions.
BASIC WATER QUALITY
CHEMISTRY (100.1)
1 week
EDISON, NEW JERSEY January 5-9, 1970
This course is designed for chemists or techni-
cians who have completed at least high school chemistry
but have little or no experience in environmental water
or wastewater analysis.
The major course objective is to enable students
to accurately perform selected analytical methods. Secon-
dary objectives include enabling students to implement a
quality control program, select methods to overcome
interferences or meet special requirements, and evaluate
results in terms of statistical inference.
Approximately half of the class time will be spent
in laboratory application. Neither water nor wastewater
analysis is predominant. Analytical methods covered
include dissolved oxygen (Winkler and instrumental),
biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand,
alkalinity, acidity, ammonia and organic nitrogen, nitrate-
nitrite, phosphate, suspended solids, pH, and conductivity.
NOTE: This course is designed for persons who will
actually perform analyses. Individuals who require "fami-
liarization" or "appreciation" of analyses are referred
to courses of the Water Quality Studies series.
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SURVEY OF CHEMICAL ANALYSES
FOR WATER QUALITY (100.2)
1 week
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA* April 13-17, 1970
This course is designed for chemists, biologists
and engineers having a professional background and
responsibility in performing, using or interpreting chemical
analyses for water quality.
Learning objectives for the student are:
To understand selected tests employed in chemical
analysis
To know advantages and limitations of specific
test methods or instrumentation
To select the more effective analytical methods
To evaluate results in terms of statistical in-
ferences
Selected analytical procedures are presented in
lecture-discussion sessions in the classroom outlining
essentials of the tests, control. techniques, and inter-
pretations. Special application is made to the Arctic
environment. Various methods are stressed to increase
specificity and validity of chemical criteria related to
water pollution control, and compliance with water
quality standards. Laboratory demonstrations or limited
class application will be included, with special reference
to the more widely used test procedures.
*Application for the Anchorage, Alaska course should be
submitted to:
Manpower and Training Officer
Pacific Northwest Water Laboratory
200 S. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
CHARACTERIZATION AND TREATMENT OF
ORGANIC INDUSTRIAL WASTES (101)
2 weeks
ATHENS, GEORGIA Sept. 28-Oct. 9, 1970
This course is offered for engineers, chemists,
and other professional personnel concerned with the
characterization and treatment of organic industrial
wastes. The course is designed for persons who have
some degree of specialization in industrial wastes
surveys and treatment procedures but whose experience
or range of coverage in this field is limited. The interests
of both public officials and representatives of industry
will receive coverage.
On completion of the course the student should be
able to select and perform procedures for collecting,
characterizing and measuring quantities of industrial
water pollutants. It is also an objective of this course
that the student be able to evaluate and select methods
of treatment applicable to industrial wastes. This course
has the further objective of providing insight to regulatory
personnel on waste treatment problems and in bringing to
the attention of industry the problems faced by water
pollution control agencies in performing their job.
Participants will devote a considerable portion of
course time to laboratory studies of organic pollutant
detection techniques. Laboratory work will include column
and thin-layer and gas chromatography and infrared spec-
troscopy. Laboratory and problem sessions will also be
devoted to selection of adequate treatment methods for
several organic industrial wastes. The wastes to be
discussed include those from the textile production,
pulp and paper, and oil refining industries.
The utilization of advanced waste treatment
methods, especially as applied to removal of organic
industrial wastes, will be covered. Time will be devoted
to selection and use of monitoring equipment.
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PESTICIDE RESIDUE ANALYSIS
IN WATER (103.1)
(Gas Chromatographic Systems and Techniques)
1 week
ATHENS, GEORGIA January 19-23, 1970
This course is primarily designed for professionals
and technicians who are involved in the analysis of
pesticide residue in water. The course includes an
introduction to residue analysis and progresses into
advanced use of the gas chroma to graph.
After completing the course the student will be
able to use extraction and cleanup procedures for the
analysis of a water sample for pesticide content. He will
be able to use a gas chromatograph for pesticide residue
content in a water sample. He will be able to measure the
cholinesterase inhibition in fish by applying colorimetric
analysis.
The analytical procedures taught in the course will
conform to those now being used by the Federal Water
Pollution Control Administration in its investigations.
Subject matter to be covered includes:
Extraction methods
Sample preparation
Sample analysis
Methods for detection of cholinesterase inhibition
Gas chroma to graph y systems and function
Flow system
Temperature control
Electrometer
Detectors
Recorders
Column technology
Trouble shooting
Quantitation
Laboratory practice will be emphasized, utilizing
gas chromatographic systems.
PESTICIDE RESIDUE ANALYSIS
IN WATER (103.2)
(Infrared Spectroscopy and Thin Layer
Chromatography)
1 week
ATHENS, GEORGIA February 9-13, 1970
This course is designed for analytical chemists
or for technicians with suitable training or experience
who are involved in the analysis of pesticide residue
in water.
Upon completion of the course the participant
will understand the basic principles of infrared spectros-
copy for the interpretation of major functional groups
applicable to pesticide residues. He will be able to
apply basic procedures for the preparation of thin layer
plates and the use of these as a cleanup procedure for
pesticide residues prior to their identification by in-
frared spectroscopy.
The methods of instruction will include lectures,
discussions and laboratory work on the following subjects.
Principles and theory of infrared spectroscopy
Basic instrumentation and accessories
Interpretation of major functional groups
Practical applications such as sampling techniques
used in pesticide residue analysis
Maintenance and trouble shooting of infrared
equipment
Principles of chromatography
Preparation of thin-layer plates
Spotting, developing and evaluating thin-layer
chromatograms used for pesticide residue
analysis
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PESTICIDE ECOLOGY SEMINAR (103.3)
3 days
ATHENS, GEORGIA February 24-26, 1970
This seminar is offered for personnel concerned
with the effects of pesticides on the freshwater and
estuarine biota.
The participant will recognize some of the major
influences of pesticides on ecologic relations in environ-
mental waters.
Particular attention will be centered on the dis-
tribution, fate, and effects of pesticides in water. The
results of the latest research findings such as the effect
of cycling on the pesticide, the role of sediments, and
the role that the biota play on the pesticide will be
stressed.
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ORIENTATION TO AUTOMATED
INSTRUMENTATION IN SURVEILLANCE (106)
1 week
CINCINNATI, OHIO April 27-May 1, 1970
This course is offered for management personnel
responsible for program development and execution of
water pollution surveillance programs.
The course is intended to provide participants
with understanding of the capabilities of automated,
multiparameter water quality surveillance instrumentation
and principles of utilization of such instrumentation in
continuous, long-term surveillance programs.
Lectures, panel discussions, and demonstrations
are utilized to define .environmental situations which
require continuous surveillance and provide a basis for
technical and/or economic evaluation. Examples of actual
application and operational demonstrations are presented
and discussed. Available equipment is reviewed with
opportunity for evaluation of the merits of each system.
Additional subjects discussed include:
Development and use of instrument specifications
Installation and site requirements
Operation and maintenance requirements
Operating problems
Storage, retrieval, and analysis of data.
INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS OF
CHEMICAL POLLUTANTS IN THE
AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT (107)
2 weeks
CINCINNATI, OHIO
January 5-16, 1970
This course is designed for professionals and
technical specialists concerned with the selection and
performance of procedures for the collection, identification
and measurement of organic and inorganic pollutants in
the aquatic environment. The training course "Chemical
Analyses for Water Quality (100)" or previous experience
associated with methodology pertaining to the measure-
ment of chemical pollutants in water is prerequisite for
attendance.
Upon completion of the course, the participant will
be able to apply the fundamental concepts of infrared,
thin-layer and gas chromatographic techniques for the
analysis of organic pollutants and the technique of atomic
absorption for the analysis of trace inorganic contamin-
ants. He will have an understanding of the distribution
and behavior of these pollutants in the environment and
will be knowledgeable regarding improved techniques of
sample preparation and automated analyses.
The analytical procedures taught in the course
will conform to those currently in use by the Federal
Water Pollution Control Administration in its official
investigation. In addition, attention will be given to
implications of the latest research.
Classroom presentations will include:
Collection and preservation of water, sediment
and biological samples
Extraction methodology
Column and thin-layer chromatography
Gas chromatography and detector technology
applicable for the analysis of phenols,
pesticides and digester gases
Comparative methodology and quality control
Laboratory practice will comprise one-half of the
course content and will include the following analyses:
Gas chromatographic analysis of phenols and
digester gases
Trace metals by atomic absorption
Chlorinated hydrocarbons and phenyl alkanoic
acid herbicides in water
Organophosphorus and chlorinated hydrocarbon
insecticides in sediment
Automated analyses for nitrate, phosphorus and
hardness
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CURRENT PRACTICES IN WATER
MICROBIOLOGY (120)
2 weeks
CINCINNATI, OHIO July 14-25, 1969
EDISON, NEW JERSEY February 16-27, 1970
This course is designed for professional bacter-
iologists and other laboratory personnel engaged in the
bacterial analysis of water.
The basic objective of the training is to provide
the participant with knowledge and understanding of the
significance of bacterial indicators of pollution. He gains
the necessary skills required for detecting, measuring,
and evaluating these pollution indicators.
Emphasis is given to the results of traditional as
well as to recent investigations of bacterial indicators of
pollution, including coliforms, fecal coliforms and fecal
streptococci. The characteristics, environmental occurrence
significance and methods of detection and enumeration of
these bacterial groups are studied in detail. In addition,
attention is given to the detection of enteric pathogenic
bacteria in polluted waters, as an adjunct to determination
of indicator groups, and to the increasing utilization of
such findings in investigations of water pollution.
Classroom presentations and extensive laboratory
application give the participant opportunity to develop
ability in use of the most suitable laboratory methods
and in the interpretation of laboratory data. Both Standard
Methods and promising new methods are included. Multiple
dilution tube methods and membrane filter methods are
featured in the laboratory studies.
The potential role of the microbiologist in water
quality surveillance and in short-term pollution investiga-
tions is studied. Through this phase of the training it is
expected that the student can increase the range of his
contributions to the planning, conduct, and reporting of
organized water quality studies.
SURVEY OF CURRENT PRACTICES
IN WATER MICROBIOLOGY (120.1)
1 week
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA* April 20-24, 1970
This course is offered for individuals requiring
an overview of applications of microbiology in water
pollution control. Persons responsible for performance,
or for direct supervision of performance, of bacterial
testing procedures may find "Current Practices in Water
Microbiology (120)" better suited to their needs.
The course comprises a general survey of the
same subject matter covered in Course 120. Laboratory
application consists of limited demonstrations or class
participation.
* Applications for the Anchorage, Alaska course should
be submitted to:
Manpower and Training Officer
Pacific Northwest Water Laboratory
200 S. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
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BACTERIAL METHODS IN WATER
POLLUTION SURVEILLANCE (120.2)
1 week
ADA, OKLAHOMA
January 5-9,1970
This course is intended for professional bacterio-
logists and other laboratory personnel engaged in, or
having technical responsibility for, bacterial analyses in
water pollution survey and surveillance activities.
Upon completion of the course the student will
have the requisite skills to properly collect environmental
water samples and to take the necessary steps to mini-
mize bacterial changes in the samples between collection
and examination, and to detect and enumerate the total
poll forms, fecal eoliforms, and fecal streptococcus groups
of bacteria by membrane filter methods. He will be familiar
with multiple dilution tube methods for the above groups
of pollution indicators. He will be familiar with methods
used for summary and interpretation of bacterial water
quality data. He will be able to apply standardized data
handling techniques widely used to determine compliance
with water quality standards.
Classroom presentations, consisting of lectures,
demonstrations, and open discussions will present the
background principles of the testing procedures. About
half the course is devoted to laboratory application and
critical evaluation of laboratory performance, to give the
student ample opportunity to achieve the specified
training objectives.
Supporting topics to be covered will include dis-
cussions of the nature, distribution, and significance of
pollution-indicating bacteria, pathogenic bacteria and
viruses. The significance of bacteria and other microor-
ganisms in natural self-purification and in sewage treat-
ment processes will be considered briefly. The role and
responsibilities of FWPCA and other agencies in water
quality surveillance will be covered.
FRESHWATER BIOLOGY AND
POLLUTION ECOLOGY (140)
2 weeks
CINCINNATI, OHIO October 20-31, 1969
CORVALLIS, OREGON September 14-25, 1970
This course is designed for engineering and
scientific personnel other than biologists engaged in
water pollution analysis and control activities; however,
biologists new to the field of pollution control may find
it useful for orientation.
Within the framework of his personal background
capacities, and experience, the student should be able
on completion of this course to:
Understand the basic environmental factors
impinging on aquatic communities
Recognize or itlentify to broad groups most
freshwater organisms commonly encounter-
ed, using correct procedures and appro-
priate literature when available and also
using judgment in assessing his own
technical capacity in regard to the degree
of identification attempted
Select and use appropriate common types of biolo-
gical field collection equipment and
procedures
Select and nse appropriate types of biological
laboratory analytical equipment and
procedures
Analyze an aquatic community and assess the
likelihood that it may have been disturbed
by pollution
Recognize biological indications of particular
types of pollution when present
Predict possible effects of a given type of pollut-
ant on a given habitat
Organize a field survey to determine the severity
and extent of pollution
Course work includes lectures, discussions, pro-
blem assignments, and laboratory sessions. Field work is
included to allow student participation in selecting and
using biological field collection equipment and familiari-
zation with biological communities.
Representative topics usually include:
Aquatic organisms of significance in pollution
surveys
Biological sampling
Types of aquatic insects
Use of artificial substrates
Thermal pollution
Biological problems of lakes, reservoirs, and streams
Investigation of fish kills
Eutrophication in the freshwater environment
Water quality criteria for aquatic life
Students should bring appropriate clothing for
field work, including rainwear. Boots will be supplied
locally.
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BASIC FRESHWATER BIOLOGY (140.1)
1 week
EDISON, NEW JERSEY March 30-April 3, 1970
This course is designed as an introduction to
aquatic biology for sanitary engineers, scientists, and
others who are involved in freshwater pollution studies,
surveillance, and control. Biologists new to the field of
aquatic biology and pollution problems may find it useful
for orientation.
The general objective is to enable nonbiologists
to become familiar with aquatic organisms and to make
observations and record data which will be of use in the
analysis of quality of freshwater. This course provides
only the basic taxonomic skills necessary for preliminary
participation in pollution studies.
Within the framework of his personal background,
capacities, and experience, the participant should be able
on completion of this course lo:
Recognize or identify some aquatic organisms
commonly encountered in the region in
which the course was given, using correct
procedures and appropriate literature when
available, and also using judgment as-
sessing his own technical capacity in
regard to the level of identification
attempted
Select or recommend appropriate types of common
biological field collecting equipment and
procedures for use in various local
circumstances
Select or recommend appropriate types of common
biological laboratory analytical equipment
and procedures
Use selected items of field and laboratory equip-
ment
Sort, enumerate, and count collections of aquatic
macro-invertebrates and plants and properly
record the results
"Basic Freshwater Biology" is primarily devoted
to a systematic survey of the various types of freshwater
plants and animals, with particular emphasis given to
those with a known pollutional relationship. This course
will be accepted as prerequisite For Course 140.2 r resh-
water Pollution Ecology." Persons registering for Course
140.1 should, at their earliest opportunity, register for
Course 140.2, which provides the additional training
necessary to properly interpret and
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PLANKTON ANALYSIS (141)
2 weeks
CINCINNATI, OHIO
May 11-22, 1970
October 5-16,1970
This course is offered for professional personnel
concerned with the evaluation of natural and polluted
waters by means of plankton examination. Limited
attention is also devoted to the examination and inter-
pretation of the fauna of activated sludge and waste
stabilization ponds.
Instruction enables the student to carry out basic
laboratory procedures in the identification and counting of
both phytoplankton and zooplankton. He will be capable
of applying taxonomic procedures to plankton and recognize
the major types he is likely to encounter. He will be
able to calibrate a microscope and to carry counting and
group identification to the point of obtaining results
which are qualitatively and quantitatively reliable.
Attention is given to the significance of various
types of counts. Eorms frequently found in water and
wastewatcr treatment plants and polluted environments
are emphasized. Techniques for plankton control are
presented. Time is provided for discussion of local
problems, both in class and with specialists at the train-
ing facility.
Representative course topics usually include:
Water quality problems of biological origin
Identification of planktonic animals and plants
(a series of lectures and laboratories com-
prising approximately half of the course)
Microscope calibration
Plankton analysis
Sampling and preparation
Techniques of counting
Enumeration, methods selection
Plant operation problems
Plankton in stabilization ponds
Activated sludge fauna
Toxic algae
Other biological treatment problems
Plankton control
Plant control
Control in surface waters
Although microscopes are available for class use,
more effective training results when it is given on the
same instrument that will be used in the home laboratory.
The microscope should have magnifications up to approx-
imately 400X; oil immersion is optional. The student
consequently is urged to hand-carry his own microscope
to the course.
MARINE BIOLOGY AND POLLUTION
ECOLOGY (144)
2 weeks
CORVALLIS, OREGON June 15-26, 1970
This two-week course is designed for engineering
and scientific personnel involved in coastal and estuarine
pollution analysis and control, who need practical exper-
ience in recognizing and evaluating biological phenomena.
On completion of this course, the participant
should be able to:
Identify common and significant marine organisms
at sight, and be able to follow correct
taxonomic procedure for the determination
of unknowns
Interpret the laws and principles governing dis-
tribution and survival of aquatic organisms,
and apply them to situations involving
pollution
Use a basic vocabulary of practical biological
terms
Specify proper field-collecting and sampling
techniques
Specify appropriate supplementary laboratory
analyses
Specify pertinent complimentary nonbiological
studies or analyses
Recognize biological indications of particular
types of pollution when present
Predict possible effects of a given type of
pollutant on a given habitat
Effectively present biological data in a coordinat-
ed pollution report
The fundamentals of using biological principles
in the solution of marine pollution problems in coastal
areas are presented.
Participants will be taught to make certain
elementary biological analyses of pollution in estuarine
and coastal areas (as distinguished from fresh water or
oceanic situations). Biologists new to the fields of
pollution control and marine biology may also find this
course useful for orientation.
The first week of the course will be devoted to a
systematic survey of various marine organisms with
emphasis on those forms with a known pollutional response
while the second week is essentially devoted to the
ecology of marine pollution. Applicants having a basic
knowledge of marine biology should register for the
course "Marine Pollution Ecology (144.2)."
Participants should bring field clothing including
rainwear. Boots will be supplied locally when required.
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BASIC MARINE BIOLOGY (144.1)
1 week
ATHENS, GEORGIA
May 11-15, 1970
This course is designed as an introduction to
marine biology for sanitary engineers, scientists, and
others who are involved in coastal and estuarine pollu-
tion studies, surveillance, and control. Biologists new to
the field of marine biology and pollution problems may
find it useful for orientation.
The general objective is to enable nonbiologists
to become familiar with marine organisms, and to make
observations and record data which will be of use in the
analysis of marine water quality. This course provides
only the basic taxonomic skills necessary for preliminary
participation in pollution studies.
Within the framework of his personal background,
capacities, and experience, the participant should be
able, on completion of this course to:
Recognize or identify some marine organisms
commonly encountered in the region in which
the course was given, using correct
procedures and appropriate literature
when available, and also using judgment
in assessing his own technical capacity
in regard to the level of identification
attempted
Select or recommend appropriate types of common
biological field collecting equipment and
procedures for use in various local
circumstances
Select or recommend appropriate types of common
biological laboratory analytical equip-
ment and procedures
Use selected items of field and laboratory equip-
ment
Sort, enumerate, and count collections of marine
and estuarine macroinvertebrates and
plants and properly record and results
Make gross analyses of plankton or nekton, or
carry out more refined analyses under
supervision
Carry out other assignments concerned with the
collection, identification, or enumeration
^of marine or estuarine organisms
"Basic Marine Biology" is primarily devoted to a
systematic survey of the various types of marine and
estuarine plants and animals, with particular emphasis
given to those with a known pollutional relationship.
This course will be accepted as prerequisite for "Marine
Pollution Ecology (144.2)" which provides the additional
training necessary to properly interpret and apply biolo-
gical observations.
Participants should bring appropriate clothing for
field work including rainwear. Boots will be supplied
locally when required.
MARINE POLLUTION ECOLOGY (144.2)
1 week
EDISON, NEW JERSEY September 8-12,1969
ADA, OKLAHOMA Sept. 29-Oct. 3,1969
This course is offered for marine biologists or
those who have had suitable training or experience and
are concerned with application of biological principles
and techniques to pollution studies and abatement pro-
grams in marine and estuarine waters.
At the conclusion of the course each trainee will
be able to:
Analyze an aquatic community and assess the
likelihood that it may have been disturbed
by pollution
Evaluate the effects of environmental character-
istics on the abundance, distribution, or
well-being of biota
Recognize biological indications of particular
types of pollution when present
Comprehend and evaluate the effect of estuarine
hydraulics on the aquatic habitat
Predict possible effects of a given type of
pollutant on a given habitat
Organize a biological field survey for marine
or estuarine waters
Course work includes lectures, discussions,
problem assignments, and laboratory sessions. Partici-
pants will engage in field exercises in polluted and
unpolluted waters.
Representative topics usually include:
Marine waste disposal
Ecological impact of pollution in estuaries and
coastal waters
Survey objectives
Sampling techniques
Analysis, interpretation, and presentation of
biological data
It is planned that this course will be given in a
Gulf Coast location. Announcement of this location will
be made to accepted applicants in time for them to make
travel and housing arrangements. Enrollees should bring
adequate field clothing, including tennis shoes, for
field work in warm, shallow waters.
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APPLIED BIOLOGY SEMINAR (146)
3 days
ATHENS, GEORGIA
CINCINNATI, OHIO
December 9-11, 1969
December 1-3, 1970
January 19-21, 1970
This course is intended for technically oriented
persons concerned with planning, administering, collect-
ing, evaluating, interpreting and reporting biological data
related to water quality studies in both fresh and marine
waters.
The main objective of this course is to promote
more effective utilization of biological techniques which
are fundamental in water pollution control. The student
will develop a more complete understanding of the advan-
tages and potential contributions of biological data and
investigations to administrators, project leaders and
others. Biologists will gain a better understanding of
the limitations and restrictions placed on the adminis-
trator, and the nature of biological data which will be
most useful for the improvement of water quality.
The following topics will usually be included:
Orientation in the nature of the aquatic environ-
ment and aquatic ecology
The nature of biological parameters
Definition of "pollution" under various circum-
stances
Orientations in the nature of various biolggical
procedures and habitats such as taxonomy,
benthos, periphyton, plankton, nekton,
bioassays, and bacteriological investiga-
tions, followed by searching discussion of
the potential of each in water quality
enhancement
Techniques for the evaluation and interpretation
of biological data
The multilateral problems of communication
The use of biological data in the establishment
and administration of water quality stand-
ards and criteria
Much of the course will consist of short formal
presentations followed by extended informal discussions.
Laboratory or field sessions usually are not scheduled,
although an optional field excursion following the formal
course may be arranged on occasion.
BIOASSAY IN POLLUTION ANALYSIS
AND CONTROL (149)
1 week
CINCINNATI, OHIO December 15-19, 1969
ADA, OKLAHOMA March 9-13, 1970
This course is designed for those who need a
practical competence in the design and use of bioassay
and biomonitoring.
On completing this course the student should be
able to select, design, construct, and operate a bioassay
or biomonitoring setup adequate to meet most common
needs in industry or regulatory organizations.
This course is considered to be at the application
level. Knowledge will be provided for the more commonly
accepted practices and principles involved in the labora-
tory use of aquatic organisms to detect or evaluate
pollution.
The basic concept of the tolerance limit will be
developed followed by the various ways by which it may
be estimated. Static and flow through systems will be
compared, as well as acute, sublethal, and chronic
toxicity; single species versus community responses
will be considered. Laboratory and field monitoring
systems will be compared, and the types, sources, health,
and care of experimental organisms that may be useful
in different types of setups will be discussed.
Laboratory exercises and demonstrations constitute
a significant portion of the course including an inspection
trip to some nearby organization employing bioassay
and/or related techniques if available.
The following topics are usually included as far
as practicable:
The nature of the tolerance" limit
Bioassay versus biomonitoring
The role of laboratory versus field studies in
water quality and fish kill investigations
Chemical determinations associated with bioassay
and biomonitoring
Experimental organisms: types, sources, care and
use
The statistical design of bioassay
The interpretation and application of results
Case history studies of bioassay
Laboratory practice in design and construction of
equipment, and in running bioassays
Laboratory demonstrations of additional types
of setups
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INTRODUCTION TO WATER QUALITY
STUDY AND SURVEY COURSES
Identification and measurement of water quality
conditions is contingent upon the application of knowledge
specific to particular branches of physical and biological
sciences. Overall water quality evaluation, on the other
hand, requires understanding of the interaction and
interrelationship of chemical and biological parameters,
hydraulic principles and hydrologic conditions prevailing
in a defined area (drainage basin). Programs to prevent
or limit adverse water quality situations must correlate
the technology of measurements and evaluation with
understanding of socio-economic and legal conditions,
concepts and principles prevailing in the human community.
The following five courses are concerned with the
factors used to determine water quality and to recognize
and evaluate pollution. As such, the courses contribute
to the overall objective of supporting programs to prevent
or limit water pollution.
The content of the courses "Water Quality Surveys
I and 11(161.1 and 161.2)" and "Water Quality Studies
(161)" is basically the same. The emphasis and depth of
coverage is varied to serve the needs of professional
personnel having diverse types of responsibilities in
planning, performing and administering programs related
to water quality. To select the appropriate course(s),
applicants should review the individual course descrip-
tions in terms of their particular interest and program
responsibility.
Course 161.3 "Estuary Studies" and Course
161.4 "Industrial Liquid Waste Surveys" extend the scope
of this series of water quality surveys and studies.
WATER QUALITY STUDIES (161)
2 weeks
ATHENS, GEORGIA September 8-19, 1969
CINCINNATI, OHIO October 6-17, 1969
EDISON, NEW JERSEY Moy 4-15, 1970
This course is offered for engineers, chemists,
aquatic biologists, microbiologists and other professional
specialists having administrative and operational respon-
sibilities in planning and conducting water pollution
surveys. The course is designed to be of greatest benefit
to new professional workers in the field and to experienc-
ed workers whose normal duties in water quality surveys
are too specialized to provide an overall view of the
many special factors entering into the summation of an
expression of water quality determination.
The course is intended to help participants under-
stand the interdependency of various technical disciplines
in evaluating water quality. Each student should be better
able to identify his role and coordinate activities with
other survey participants. He will be able to perform
selected tests and measurements in each of the major
areas of water quality surveys.
Students participate in classroom presentations,
demonstrations and panel discussions. Field trips are
conducted to local sites which are representative of the
region in which the course is given. During the field
trips students engage in observations and tests widely
used by chemists, aquatic biologists and engineers in
on-site studies. They collect samples for subsequent
laboratory study and perform representative studies in
the biology, microbiology, and chemistry laboratories.
Depending upon locations, major subject areas
of the course may include:
Sources and causes of deterioration of environ-
mental water quality
Tests and measurements used in evaluation of
water quality by biologists, chemists, and
microbiologists. This aspect of the course
includes consideration of new technical
developments in instrumentation and
laboratory methodology.
Fundamental factors in planning, conducting,
interpreting findings and reporting results
of a water pollution survey
Special categories of water quality studies, in-
cluding ground water quality studies,
tidal water studies, water pollution
surveillance networks
Goals for water quality from the viewpoint of
municipal and industrial water supplies,
fish and wildlife management, aricultural
usage and recreational use of waters.
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WATER QUALITY SURVEYS - I (161.1)
(Field and Laboratory Procedures)
1 week
CORVALLIS, OREGON
ADA, OKLAHOMA
CINCINNATI, OHIO
July 21-25, 1969
July 20-24, 1970
October 27-31, 1969
June 8-12, 1970
This course is designed for personnel actively
engaged in field projects of water quality measurements
and pollution identification. Emphasis is placed on
understanding interdisciplinary needs and responsibilities
in the accumulation and interpretation of data from field
and laboratory activity.
Students will be able to apply new methods,
techniques, and instruments used in field sampling and
measurements, and in laboratory analysis of either
collected or synthesized samples. They will develop a'l
awareness of advantages and limitations of equipment,
methods and techniques. Lectures and discussion periods
develop an understanding of the related principles and
theories.
Dependent upon course location, subject areas
that may be covered include:
General orientation to the aquatic environment and
to the life systems existing within or
dependent upon that environment
Oxygen analyses in relation to various categories
of pollutants
Sampling techniques and analytical procedures in
specific relation to Water Quality Standards
compliance
Procedures for sampling, identification, and
enumeration of bacterial indicators of
pollution
Biological responses to pollution
Flow measurements and current studies.
WATER QUALITY SURVEYS - II (161.2)
(Planning and Administrative Concepts)
1 week
ADA, OKLAHOMA November 3-7, 1969
CINCINNATI, OHIO June 15-19, 1970
This course is organized for the benefit of sup-
ervisory personnel and administrators responsible for
planning and implementing programs to evaluate or
improve water quality conditions.
The objective of the course is to strengthen the
proficiency of planning and administrative personnel in
water quality management programs.
The course covers the following elements of a
survey in a logical sequence of planning and execution:
Establishment of survey objectives
Accumulation and evaluation of recorded data and
literature
Determination of information deficiencies
Definition of interdisciplinary responsibilities
Establishment of work schedule and determination
of personnel and equipment needs
Survey performance
Compilation, integration and evaluation of accumu-
lated data and information
Report preparation and presentation
Recommendation for future action (including
possible alternatives) based on knowledge
of socio-economic conditions and legis-
lative authorization.
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ESTUARY STUDIES (161.3)
1 week
ATHENS, GEORGIA June 15-19, 1970
The field of water pollution control in estuaries
is a new one for persons concerned with clean water. This
course is offered to professional specialists having an
operational or an administrative responsibility for the
study of estuaries. It is designed to provide a working
knowledge of some of the basic concepts of the estuarine
environment, the factors that will affect studies made in
this environment and some of the special techniques
used in its measurements.
Upon completion of the course the student will
be familiar with some of the important physical, chemical
and biological features of estuaries; be able to recog-
nize some possible indicators of estuarine pollution;
be able to apply some tested techniques for taking meas-
urements; and have an appreciation of the sensitivity and
variation in estuaries.
Topics to be covered include:
Estuary variations that" occur with changes in
geography
The basic types of estuaries
The place of the estuary in food web ecology of
economically important species of organ-
The problems of sediments, dredging and light
conditions
The types of information necessary to make proper
decisions and how to collect and interpret
this information
The pitfalls, importance, and statistical methods
of sampling (what is valid data)
Estuary flushing characteristics and other hydro-
logic features
Problems and some solutions for instrumentation
The use of aerial photography
With the wide variation in estuaries, prospective
students should be aware that emphasis will be placed on
estuaries of the Southeastern United States.
It is planned that this course will be given in a
field location so that field trips and studies are an intergal
part of the course. Announcement of this location will be
made to accepted students in time for them to make travel
and housing arrangements. It is suggested that applicants
do not plan to bring their families to this course because
of expected working and living conditions. Enrollees
should bring adequate field clothing, including tennis
shoes, for field work in warm, shallow waters.
INDUSTRIAL LIQUID WASTE
SURVEYS (161.4)
1 week
EDISON, NEW JERSEY November 17-21, 1969
This course is offered for engineers, chemists, or
other professional personnel concerned with planning or
conducting industrial liquid waste surveys. Such surveys
may be intended to measure or characterize wastes at
outfalls or in-plant locations, or both.
A student who completes this course will be
able to plan, supervise, and evaluate an industrial waste
survey. More specifically, he will be able to:
Formulate and write valid survey objectives
Specify pre-survey information requirements
Apply good public relations practices with industry
Select sampling points and locations
Prescribe type of sample and frequency or interval
Determine appropriate analyses and methods
Choose optimum flow measurement methods and
locations
Determine personnel and equipment requirements
Establish a coordinated work schedule for field
and laboratory operations
Evaluate progress and adjust plans as required
Evaluate the extent to which data and activities
have met survey objectives
This course includes a class survey of an actual
industrial installation. Students should bring clothing
appropriate for such field work. Lectures, workshops, and
demonstrations are used to provide instruction in planning.
Field trips and laboratories constitute actual survey
operations.
The class will be divided into four groups each of
which will be responsible for planning, conducting, and
evaluating a survey under instructor supervision. The
course will constitute an intensive period of training;
students should be prepared to participate in evening
sessions.
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BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT
TECHNOLOGY (162)
2 weeks
CINCINNATI, OHIO April 6-17, 1970
September 21-25, 1970
CORVALLIS, OREGON
May 11-22, 1970
This course is offered for engineers, chemists,
and other professional personnel concerned with selection,
design, or control of biological processes for wastewater
and sludge treatment. The course title replaces "Biolo-
gical Treatment of Wastewaters and Sludges" used in
previous editions of this Bulletin.
The course will enable participants to evaluate
treatment feasibility, select and design a biological
process, and control the biological treatment system
for any wastes.
The course emphasizes biological treatment of
complex or unusual wastes. Most of the concepts and
principles discussed are equally valid and applicable for
domestic waste treatment. Both aerobic and anaerobic
processes are considered. Participants attend lectures
and demonstrations, solve problems, and perform or
observe laboratory experiments which illustrate process
principles and economics.
A major portion of the course is devoted, to the
use of batch-type and continuous laboraiory treatment
procedures to select an appropriate treatment process and
derive related design information. Other topics include
organic and hydraulic loading, respiration rates, solids
production, process selection (considering several of the
common activated sludge, trickling filtration, and sludge
digestion processes) and wastewater treatment micro-
organisms.
The individual who requires broader coverage of
wastewater treatment technology should also consider
future enrollment in courses "Physical-Chemical Treat-
ment Technology (172.1)" and "Advanced Treatment of
Domestic Wastes (172.2)."
CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS
CHEMICAL DISCHARGES (165)
3 days
EDISON, NEW JERSEY September 22-24,1969
This course is offered for employees of regulatory
agencies who are assigned direct responsibility for
control and alleviation of the effects of nonrecurring
discharges of oil and other hazardous materials.
Upon completion of the course the student will be
able to operate within interagcncy policies and guidelines
concerning individual and agency responsibilities in
event of discharge of hazardous materials. He will be
familiar with the effects of such discharges and technolo-
gical approaches to their control.
Considerable time is spent in explanation of
Contingency Plans and Government regulations pertaining
to such discharges. Procedures for satisfying these
requirements and procuring technical services of the
Federal Water Pollution Control Administration are
explained using actual examples and case histories.
Training is accomplished through lecture presentations,
discussions, and most important the case-situation
method. Participants will have an opportunity to practice
response during such lessons.
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STORET* SYSTEM (167)
1 week
Time and location to be announced.
This course is intended for persons directly in-
volved in processing water quality and water resources
data. Such activities may include compiling, storing,
retrieving, summarizing, collating, and analyzing water
quality data.
Course participants will be able to apply improved
skills for rapid and efficient utilization of the STORET
automatic data processing system for storing, retrieving,
and analyzing water quality data and other related
information.
Instruction will be provided in the basic principles
and capabilities of the system and in the specific techn-
iques of stream and lake coding, data storage, data
retrieval, and data analysis using the STORET System.
Course problems are based on actual practice and will
provide students with experience in station location
coding, data storage and modification, and retrieval
and analysis.
The role of remote terminals in the STORET
System will be explained.
Persons attending should have a technical back-
ground and experience in water quality and resources
work but need not have experience in computer programm-
ing. Persons with computer programming experience will
find areas for further utilization of STORET principles
relating to specialized problems.
* STORET A coined word combining STOrage and
RETrieval.
GEOHYDROLOGIC RELATIONSHIPS IN
WATER POLLUTION (168)
1 week
ADA, OKLAHOMA February 16-20, 1970
This course is intended for professional and
technical personnel who are involved in operational
programs of ground-water quality control.
Upon course completion the student will have
an expanded capability for executing and managing oper-
ational programs of ground water quality determination
and control.
Basic principles of geology and ground water
hydrology are reviewed in specific relationships to their
effect on ground water quality and quantity.
Principles, methods, and technology for deter-
mining or evaluating ground water hydraulic and aquifer
characteristics are presented.
Legal and administrative aspects of ground water
management are considered in terms of present statutes
and need for new legislative policies reflecting current
technology and anticipated utilization of the ground
water resource.
Topics to be included in the course agenda will
reflect recent investigations and research studies as
appropriate in relation to:
Natural salt pollution and salt water intrusion
Ground water recharge
Pollution from waste disposal practices
Deep well disposal of oil field brine and industrial
wastes
Agricultural practices
Mining practices
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DATE EVALUATION AND ANALYSIS (171)
1 week
ATHENS, GEORGIA October 27-31, 1969
ADA, OKLAHOMA December 1-5, 1969
This course is intended for personnel responsible
for administration, planning and/or supervision of pro-
jects involving accumulations and interpretation of
numerical information pertaining to water quality.
Upon course completion the student will have a
basis for applying appropriate principles and methods
applicable to data evaluation and analysis.
Instruction will be provided by professional
specialists in the field of mathematical statistics who
have developed highly sophisticated methodology and
manipulative techniques which provide, for the other
professions, the tools needed to accomplish the necessary
evaluation and interpretation of accumulated data.
Utilization of these complex tools requires subject
coverage to provide:
Comprehensive understanding of statistical
terminology and mathematical formulations
Knowledge of procedural and operational con-
straints essential in accumulation of the
numerical information (data)
Understanding of the basic concepts of variation
in mathematical functions in relation to
variations in physical, ecological and
environmental parameters
Understanding of the potentials for and limit-
ations of data analysis and evaluation
Prospective students are invited to bring selected
data evaluation and analysis problems, representative of
their operations, for possible discussion during the
course.
PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL TREATMENT
TECHNOLOGY (172.1)
1 week
CINCINNATI, OHIO February 2-6, 1970
December 7-11, 1970
EDISON, NEW JERSEY November 2-6, 1970
CORVALLIS, OREGON November 16-20, 1970
This course is offered for engineers, chemists,
and other professional personnel concerned with selection,
design, and control of physical and/or chemical methods
of wastewater and sludge treatment. The course title
replaces "Physical-Chemical Treatment of Wastewaters
and Sludges."
Upon course completion the student will be able
to evaluate the feasibility of treating wastewater by
physical or chemical methods, select and design an
appropriate process, and apply accepted control techniques
to produce an acceptable effluent and conditioned sludge.
The course emphasizes physical-chemical treat-
ment of complex or unusual wastes. Students attend
lectures and demonstrations, solve problems, and parti-
cipate in workshops and discussion groups. Laboratory
experiments may be included to illustrate process prin-
ciples and economics. Since the course emphasizes
treatment of unusual wastewater, a semi-rational design
approach is used. This approach combines the key elements
of empirical (based on experience) and rational (having
a theoretical basis) methods,
Course topics may include cooling, sedimentation,
flocculation, mixing, flotation, incineration, vacuum
filtration, solids concentration and drying, carbon
absorption, and neutralization.
The individual who requires broader coverage of
wastewater treatment technology should also consider
future enrollment in courses "Biological Treatment
Technology (162)" and "Advanced Treatment of Domestic
Wastes (172.2)."
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ADVANCED TREATMENT OF
DOMESTIC WASTES (172.2)
1 week
CINCINNATI, OHIO
February 9-13, 1970
December 14-18, 1970
This course is offered for professional personnel
concerned with selection and evaluation of methods for
advanced treatment of domestic wastes. The course may
be of special interest to employees of regulatory agencies
and consulting engineering firms.
Upon completion of the course the student will be
able to compare alternative methods and select processes
to meet critical product quality and economic requirements.
The course currently emphasizes treatment of
domestic wastes. The subject processes are intended to
remove contaminants beyond levels possible with con-
ventional technology or produce suitable effluents at
lower cost or higher efficiency. As information becomes
available on use of advanced processes to treat complex
or unusual wastes, it will be included in course content.
In accordance with local requirements, course
topics are selected from the following:
Filtration and screening
Chemical clarification
Granular and powdered carbon absorption
Oxidation
Distillation
Electrodialysis
Ion exchange
Reverse Osmosis
Phosphate removal
Nitrogen removal
Disinfection
Ultimate disposal
Up-grading conventional treatment
This is a companion course to Course No. 162,
"Biological Treatment Technology" and Course No.
172.1, Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology. It
is recommended that prospective trainees complete these
courses or possess equivalent prior experience.
BASIC PRINCIPLES OF WASTEWATER
TREATMENT OPERATION (173)
1 week
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA * October 13-17,1969
CORVALLIS, OREGON November 17-21,1969
This course is offered for personnel who are in-
experienced in treatment plant operations. It is also
recommended for those individuals in state and regional
programs who are responsible for designing and conduct-
ing operator training courses.
Upon course completion the student will be
familiar with:
Characteristic effects of wastewaters upon water
quality
Treatment operations used to remove objectionable
pollutants
Basic factors of operational control and mainten-
ance
Essentials of testing plant performance and re-
porting results
The operator's function in water pollution control
Treatment facilities will be presented in terms of
unit operations such as collection, pumping, clarification,
mixing, flocculation, aeration, oxidation and incineration.
Engineering applications of these will be combined into
processes in terms of the biological, chemical or physical
behavior. Typical plant schematic diagrams will be used
to facilitate recognition of plant units, their function
and care. The same schematics will be used in present-
ation of basic tests, and calculations involving flow,
concentration and loading as used for plant operational
reports.
The teamwork approach will be stressed among
the operator, his associates, his supervisors, his public,
and local, state or regional agencies with respect to
the services and information expected from him and the
nature of assistance that he may obtain from others.
*Applications for the Anchorage, Alaska course should
be submitted to: Manpower and Training Officer
Pacific Northwest Water Laboratory
200 S. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
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PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND
MANAGEMENT OF WASTEWATER
TREATMENT FACILITIES (175)
1 week
CINCINNATI, OHIO
September 15-19, 1969
October 19-23, 1970
November 9-13, 1970
This course is intended for planning and manage-
ment personnel from public and private agencies planning
to install new wastewater treatment facilities or to under-
take major construction to improve existing facilities.
Participation in the course is expected to streng-
then the capability of the student to plan, develop, and
implement facilities for wastewater treatment.
As appropriate, lectures, panel discussions,
general discussions, and case studies are used in con-
sideration of the following topics:
Responsibilities and interrelationships of Federal,
State and local agencies concerned with
water quality enhancement
Public relations techniques designed forinformation
and development of support before, during
and after project development
Essential steps necessary to evaluate existing
conditions and needs in line with water
quality objectives
Considerations involved in financing planned
construction of needed facilities
Interrelationships of the Consultant, Contractor,
public agencies and the public in the
water pollution control effort
The human factor will be stressed in making the
completed facility a functional entity.
Means whereby operating personnel may be
motivated and trained to recognize proper
function of each element of the facility
and to achieve optimum performance on a
continuing basis will be considered.
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL IN
FEDERAL INSTALLATIONS (176)
3 days
ADA, OKLAHOMA January 26-28, 1970
CINCINNATI, OHIO March 23-25, 1970
This course is offered to employees of Federal
agencies whose program activities may influence water
quality. Such personnel may have either administrative
or operational responsibilities and need not be experienc-
ed in water pollution control technology.
Upon course completion the student will be
familiar with the responsibilities and relationships of
Federal agencies in implementing the Nation's water
pollution abatement program. He will have a limited
orientation to water pollution control technology.
Considerable time is devoted to explanation of
the requirements and implementation of Executive Order
11288, Bureau of the Budget Circular A-81, and other
government regulations pertaining to control of environ-
mental pollution by government installations. Procedures
for satisfying these requirements and also procuring
technical services of the Federal Water Pollution Control
Administration are explained using actual examples and
case histories.
Training is accomplished through lecture presen-
tations, and panel and classroom discussions. Students
may volunteer to present for discussion their own
agency's pollution-related problems of an administrative
or technical nature.
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SEWAGE TREATMENT FACILITIES FOR
FEDERAL INSTALLATIONS (177)
1 week
CORVALLIS, OREGON January 19-23, 1970
CINCINNATI, OHIO March 16-20, 1970
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA* October 12-16, 1970
This course is offered for supervisors, engineers,
and other Federal personnel responsible for design,
construction, or management of sewage disposal facilities
at Federal installations. The course may also be of
interest to engineers and supervisors in State and local
agencies having responsibility for recreational areas
and small institutions.
On completion of this course, the student will
have requisite technical information to assess a sewage
treatment and disposal problem and to select the most
advantageous system for a given location.
The course will cover waste treatment methods
including those applicable to installations such as
National Parks, Forest Service camps, small military
installations, hospitals, schools and prisons.
In addition to the technical aspects of waste
treatment and disposal, the legal responsibilities of
public agencies, as they relate to adequate sewage
treatment and disposal will be covered.
Course topics include:
Federal policy and guidelines, Executive Order
11288
States' criteria and requirements
Septic tank and drainfield applications
Secondary sewage treatment methods
Sewage lagoon applications
Tertiary treatment methods
Disinfection of effluents
Surveillance and operational controls
Preliminary engineering studies.
*Applications for the Anchorage, Alaska course should
be submitted to: Manpower and Training Officer
Pacific Northwest Water Laboratory
200 S. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
ANALYSIS AND CONTROL OF
THERMAL POLLUTION (178)
4 days
CINCINNATI, OHIO September 21-24, 1970
CORVALLIS, OREGON December 7-10, 1970
This course is designed for professional personnel
concerned with the evaluation, design, operation or moni-
toring of thermal discharges. Orientation in the biological
significance of thermal discharges is also included.
On completion of this course the student should
be able to:
Evaluate the potential magnitude and extent of a
heated discharge from a power plant or a
cooling discharge from a storage reservoir
Determine the nature and size of treatment struc-
tures necessary to produce an acceptable
level of discharge temperature
Understand the thermodynamic behavior of rivers
and impoundments and the potential biolo-
gical needs of aquatic organisms so that
optimum types of discharge devices may
be installed
Instruction includes an overview of the present
day magnitude and future potential of thermal discharges
with special reference to power production plants of
various types. Orientation is also provided in the poten-
tial biological effects of both artifically heated and
cooled waters and in the significance of the rate of
change of temperature. Class problem sessions in small
groups enable the student to obtain personal practice in
the calculations necessary for predicting the physical
impact of various types of thermal discharges. Types of
biological information needed to evalute the potential
effectiveness of the engineering predictions are also
included.
Representative topics include:
Thermal sources and loads
Physical and chemical effects of thermal pollution
Biological effects of various types of thermal
discharges
Process changes
Waste heat utilization
New methods of power generation
Power generation
Cooling devices
Dispersion, dilution and flow regulation
Water temperature prediction
Data requirements, field studies and instrumen-
tation
Work problem sessions
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OPERATOR INSTRUCTOR
DEVELOPMENT (180)
1 week
ATHENS, GEORGIA April 13-17, 1970
This course is offered for persons having a
responsibility for designing, managing and/or conducting
various types of "short courses" for wastewater treat-
ment plant operators.
Upon completion of the course the student will be
able to write proper course objectives, design a course
for a specific training level, and evaluate course content
and course value. He will be able to prepare and present
a meaningful talk to an audience. He will be able to
advise others on types of instruction, classroom manage-
ment, and proper instruction techniques.
The course will review current teaching methods
and the preparation and management of short term training
courses. Considerable time will be devoted to discussion
and practice of training methods and materials. Special
attention will be given to the material that should be
included and excluded from operator short courses and to
levels of instruction. A portion of the course will be
devoted to a review and discussion of existing course
materials available for the training of wastewater plant
operators.
Topics to be covered include:
Determination of training needs and objectives
Course design
Preparation and use of training aids
Evaluation of training courses
Continuing construction and expansion of waste-
water treatment facilities by all segments of society,
coupled with an expanded technology, has increased the
need for training and upgrading wastewater treatment
plant operators. Many persons concerned with giving this
training have had no formal instruction in teaching. This
course will fill, in part, a special growing need in the
water pollution control field.
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Ada, Oklahoma
Athens, Georgia
Cincinnati, Ohio
Corvallis, Oregon
Edison, New Jersey
FEDERAL
WATER
POLLUTION
CONTROL
ADMINISTRATION
FACILITIES
offering
Pollution Go
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THE ROBERT S. KERR WATER RESEARCH CENTER
P. 0. Box 1198
Ada, Oklahoma 74820
Commercial telephone number: Area Code 405 332-8800
FTS calls may be placed through Oklahoma City FTS Operator
(405-236-2311); than ask for Ada 332-8800.
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COURSES TO BE OFFERED BY
THE ROBERT S. KERR WATER RESEARCH CENTER
Ada, Oklahoma
Marino Pollution Urology (144.2) September 26-October 3, 1969
Water Quality Surveys - I (161.1)
(field and Laboratory
Procedures) October 27-31, 1969
Water Quality Surveys 11(161.2)
(Planning and Administrative
Concepts) November 3-7, 1969
Data revaluation and Analysis (171) December 1-5, 1969
Bacterial Methods in Water Pollution
Surveillance (120.2) January 5-9,1970
Water Pollution Control in Federal
Installations (176) January 26-28,1970
Geohydrologic Relationships in Water
Pollution (168) February 16-20, 1970
Bioassay in Pollution Analysis and
Control (149) March 9-13, 1970
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THE SOUTHEAST WATER LABORATORY
College Station Road
Athens, Georgia 30601
Commercial telephone number: Area Code 404 548-5641, Ext. 7261
FTS number: 404-548-7261
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COURSES TO BE OFFERED BY
THE SOUTHEAST WATER LABORATORY
Athens, Georgia
Water Quality Studies (161) September 819, 1969
Data Evaluation and Analysis (171) October 27-31, 1969
Applied Biology Seminar (146) December 9-1 1, 1969
Pesticide Hesidue Analysis in V, ator (103.1)
(Gas Chromatogrnphie Systems and
Techniques) '. January 19-23, 1970
Pesticide Mosidue Analysis in Water (103.2)
(Infrared Speclroscopy and Thin
Layer t'liromalogruphy) February 913, 1970
Pesticide Krolofry Seminar (103.3) February 24-26, 1970
Operator Instructor Development (180) April 1317, 1970
Basic Marine Biology (144.1) May 11-15, 1970
Kstnary Studies (161.3) June 15-19, 1970
('haraeteri/ation and Treatment <>f
Organic Industrial Wastes (101) September 28~0ctober 9, 1970
Applied Biology Seminar (146) December 13, 1970
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THE ROBERT A. TAFT SANITARY ENGINEERING CENTER
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
Commercial telephone number: Area Code 513 871-1820, Ext. 259
FTS number: 513-871-6259
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COURSES TO BE OFFERED BY
NATIONAL TRAINING CENTER
Cincinnati, Ohio
Current Practices in Water Microbiology (120) July 14-25, 1969
Chemical Analyses for Water Quality (100) July 28-August 8, 1969
Planning, Development, and Management of
Wastewater Treatment Facilities (175) September 1519, 1969
Water Quality Studies (161) October 6-17, 1969
Freshwater Biology and Pollution Ecology (140) October 20-31, 1969
Chemical Analyses for Water Quality (100) November 3-14, 1969
Bioassay in Pollution Analysis and Control (149) December 1519, 1969
Instrumental Analysis of Chemical Pollutants
in the Aquatic Environment (107) January 516, 1970
Applied Biology Seminar (146) January 19-21, 1970
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1) February 2-6, 1970
Advanced Treatment of Domestic Wastes (172.2) February 9-13, 1970
Sewage Treatment Facilities for Federal Installations (177) March 1620, 1970
Water Pollution Control in Federal Installations (176) March 23-25, 1970
Biological Treatment Technology (162) April 6-17, 1970
Orientation to Automated Instrumentation
in Surveillance (106) April 27-May 1, 1970
Plankton Analysis (141) May 11-22, 1970
Water Quality Surveys I (161.1)
(Field and Laboratory Procedures) June 8-12, 1970
Water Quality Surveys - II (161.2)
(Planning and Administrative Concepts) June 1519, 1970
Chemical Analyses for Water Quality (100) July 13-24, 1970
Biological Treatment Technology (162) September 21-25, 1970
Analysis and Control of Thermal Pollution (178) September 21-24, 1970
Plankton Analysis (141) October 5-16, 1970
Planning, Development and Management of Wastewater
Treatment Facilities (175) October 19-23, 1970
Planning, Development and Management of Wastewater
Treatment Facilities (175) November 9-13, 1970
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1) December 711, 1970
Advanced Treatment of Domestic Wastes (172.2) December 14-18, 1970
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THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST WATER LABORATORY
200 South 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
Commercial telephone number: Areo Code 503 752-4281, Ext. 318
FTS number: 503-752-4318
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COURSES TO BE OFFERED BY
THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST WATER LABORATORY
Corvallis, Oregon
Water Quality Surveys I (161.1)
(Field and Laboratory Procedures) July 21-25, 1969
Freshwater Pollution Ecology (140.2) September 1519, 1969
Basic Principles of Wastewater
Treatment Operation (173) October 13-17, 1969
(Alaska)
Basic Principles of Wastewater
Treatment Operation (173) November 17-21, 1969
Sewage Treatment Facilities for Federal Installations (177). . January 1923, 1970
Chemical Analyses for Water Quality (100) March 2-13, 1970
Survey of Chemical Analyses for Water Quality (100.2) April 13-17, 1970
(Alaska)
Survey of Current Practices in Water Microbiology (120.1) April 20-24, 1970
(Alaska)
Biological Treatment Technology (162) May 11-22, 1970
Marine Biology and Pollution Ecology (144) June 1526, 1970
Water Quality Surveys - I (161.1)
(Field and Laboratory Procedures) July 2024, 1970
Freshwater Biology and Pollution Ecology (140) September 1425, 1970
Sewage Treatment Facilities for Federal Installations (177).. October 1216, 1970
(Alaska)
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1) Novenber 16-20, 1970
Analysis and Control of Thermal Pollution (178) December 7-10, 1970
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HUDSON-DELAWARE BASINS OFFICE
Northeast Regional Training Center
Edison, New Jersey 08817
Commercial telephone number: Area Code 201 548-3347, Ext. 47
FTS number: 201-846-4647
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COURSES TO BE OFFERED BY
THE NORTHEAST REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER
Edison, New Jersey
Marine Pollution Ecology (144.2) September 8-12, 1969
Control of Hazardous Chemical Discharges (165) September 2224,1969
Industrial Liquid Waste Surveys (161.4) November 17-21, 1969
Basic Water Quality Chemistry (100.1) January 5-9, 1970
Current Practices in Water Microbiology (120) February 1627, 1970
Basic Freshwater Biology (140.1) March 30-April 3, 1970
Water Quality Studies (161) May 4-15, 1970
Freshwater Pollution Ecology (140.2) September 14-18, 1970
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1) November 26, 1970
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FORM APPROVED
US. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Federal Water Pollution Control Administration
Training Program
APPLICATION FOR TRAINING
I. NAME OF APPLICANT:
Mr.
Mrs.
Miss
(first) (middle initial) (last)
COURSE DESIRED:
Title Course No.
Place where given Dotes
FWPCA Training Office conducting course
I. SPONSOR OR EMPLOYER:
Name of Organization or Firm
Address
IV. MAILING ADDRESS OF APPLICANT (If different from above):
Phone
.Phone
V. PROFESSIONAL STATUS:
Profession or Occupation
Position Title
Brief description of your present position .
Total years experience in profession
FWPCA-97 (3-69) (over)
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VI. PREVIOUS WATER POLLUTION CONTROL TRAINING COURSES ATTENDED:
Titles Dates Location
VII. EDUCATION:
High School Graduate: No
Number of years education completed beyond high school
College or University Date attended
Major
Degree
VIII. SIGNATURES:
Signature of Approving Officer
(Required for FWPCA personnel;
optional for other agencies)
Signature of Applicant
Title Date
MAIL TO THE FWPCA OFFICE CONDUCTING THE TRAINING COURSE
Manpower and Training Program
Robert S. Kerr Water Research
Center, FWPCA
P. O. Box 1198
Ada, Oklahoma 74870
National Training Center
Federal Water Pollution Control
Administration
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
Northeast Regional Training Center
Hudson-Delaware Basins Office, FWPCA
Edison, New Jersey 08817
Manpower and Training Progro;
Pacific Northwest Water
Laboratory, FWPCA
200 5. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
FWPCA-97 (3-69) (Reverse)
Training and Manpower Development
Southeast Water Laboratory, FWPCA
College Station Road
Athens, Georgia 30601
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FORM APPROVED
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUD
Federal Water Pollution Control Administration
Training Program
APPLICATION FOR TRAINING
I. NAME OF APPLICANT:
Mr.
Mrs.
Miss
(first) (middle initial] (last)
II. COURSE DESIRED:
Title Course No.
Place where given Dates
FWPCA Training Office conducting course
III. SPONSOR OR EMPLOYER:
Name of Organization or Firm
Address
IV. MAILING ADDRESS OF APPLICANT (If different from above):
Phone
Phone
V. PROFESSIONAL STATUS:
Profession or Occupation
Position Title
Brief description of your present position .
Total years experience in profession
FWPCA-97 (3-69) (over)
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VI. PREVIOUS WATER POLLUTION CONTROL TRAINING COURSES ATTENDED:
Titles Dcrfes Location
VII. EDUCATION:
High School Graduate:
A/o
Number of years education completed beyond high school
College or University Date attended
Major
Degree
VIII. SIGNATURES:
Signature of Approving Officer
(Required for FWPCA personnel-
optional for other agenciesj
Title
Signature of Applicant
Date
MAIL TO THE FWPCA OFFICE CONDUCTING THE TRAINING COURSE
Manpower and Training Program
Robert S. Kerr Water Research
Center, FWPCA
P. O. Box M98
Ada, Oklahoma 74820
National Training Center
Federal Water Pollution Control
Administration
4676 Columbia Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
Northeast Regional Training Center
Hudson-Delaware Basins Office, FWPCA
Edison, New Jersey 08817
Manpower and Training Program
Pacific Northwest Water
Laboratory, FWPCA
200 S. 35th Street
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
FWPCA-97 (3-69 J (Reverse)
Training and Manpower Development
Southeast Water Laboratory, FWPCA
College Station Road
Athens, Georgia 30601
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FY-71
(July 1970 - December 1970)
Chemical Analyses for Water Quality (100) Cincinnati, Ohio July 13-24, 1970
Water Quality Surveys - I (161.1), Corvallis, Oregon July 20-24, 1970
Freshwater Pollution Ecology (140.2), Edison, New Jersey September 1418, 1970
Freshwater Biology and Pollution Ecology (140), Corvallis, Oregon September 1425, 1970
Analysis and Control of Thermal Pollution (178), Cincinnati, Ohio September 2124, 1970
Biological Treatment Technology (162), Cincinnati, Ohio September 2125, 1970
Characterization and Treatment of Organic Industrial Wastes (101), Athens, Georgia September 28October 9, 1970
Plankton Analysis (141), Cincinnati, Ohio October 516, 1970
Sewage Treatment Facilities for Federal Installations (177),
Anchorage, Alaska October 12-16, 1970
Planning, Development and Management of Wastewater Treatment
Facilities (175), Cincinnati, Ohio October 19-23, 1970
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1), Edison, New Jersey November 26, 1970
Planning, Development and Management of Wastewater Treatment
Facilities (175), Cincinnati, Ohio (Field) November 9-13, 1970
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1), Corvallis, Oregon November 16-20, 1970
Applied Biology Seminar (146), Athens, Georgia December 13, 1970
Analysis and Control of Thermal Pollution (178), Corvallis, Oregon December 710, 1970
Physical-Chemical Treatment Technology (172.1) Cincinnati, Ohio December 711, 1970
Advanced Treatment of Domestic Wastes (172.2), Cincinnati, Ohio , December 1418, 1970
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