Wastewater Microbiology with Toni Glymph

Unit 1 - Wastewater Microbiology & Process Control

The participants will learn the role of bacteria, protozoa and metazoa in the treatment process along with the conditions that allow them to do their best work of removing nutrients from the wastewater.  The participant will also learn how to anticipate potential treatment system upsets and to troubleshoot and correct existing treatment system problems. The Unit includes how to develop a wastewater microbiology laboratory program, tools, techniques, and standard operating procedures.  Optional hands-on activities using the microscope, preparing slides and staining techniques.  

 Unit 2 – Laboratory Techniques for Wastewater Treatment Microbiology

Participants will learn simple tools, and simple procedures for routinely monitoring wastewater treatment processes.  Includes materials and standard operating procedures.

Instructor: Toni Glymph