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UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - Process Control Through Microbiology Class

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Ron Schuyler teaching classCourse Description
Is microbiology a mystery? Need continuing education? Tetra Tech RTW’s Under the Microscope-Process Control Through Microbiology is a hands-on class that will help you to develop your microbiological activated sludge process control skills. This intensive three-day course is designed to provide a working knowledge of microbiology as applicable to activated sludge process control. Within a laboratory setting, students will experience hands-on troubleshooting in the effective use of microscopy, the identification of microorganisms, and various control and staining techniques. Learn procedures and techniques that you will be able to employ directly in the optimization of Activated Sludge Process Controls at your treatment facility.

arrow Filament Identification
arrow Floc Analysis
arrow Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR)
arrow Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP)
arrow O2 Uptake and Respiration

arrow Growth Rate Determination
arrow Protozoa Identification
arrow Metazoa Observation
arrow Bacterial Metabolism

Your Instructors: Ronald G Schuyler, P.E., B.C.E.E.

“Absolutely loved the course and interaction between the instructors & students. Loved the hands-on work.” – Student, 2008

“Class was full of information and had instructors that definitely knew what they were talking about.” – Student, 2006

“Your course has repaid itself many times over in just the cost savings of chemicals used alone, not counting the benefit of a more efficient plant operation.” – Veolia Water





Plant worker
Who Should Attend?

Laboratory personnel, students within Tetra Tech RTW Diploma Program, plant superintendents, staff participating in microbiological process controls.



Dates and Locations
July 13-15, 2010 - Las Vegas, NV 
Las Vegas class location, including directions, hotel information, and visitor's guides.


What Will Be Covered During Class

Day One
arrow Introduction
arrow Microbiological Basis of Activated Sludge Process
arrow Intro to Bacteria
arrow Protozoa & Metazoan
arrow Bacterial Growth & Metabolism
arrow Microscopic Observation
arrow Into to Microscope
arrow Using Microscope- Lab
arrow Biological Nutrient Removal

Day Two
arrow Floc & Free-Water Analysis- Lab
arrow Other Process Control Tools
arrow Ciliated Protozoa
arrow Protozoa/Metazoa counting & ID – Lab
arrow Filament Identification & Staining

Day Three
arrow Filament Identification- Lab
arrow Filament Control
arrow Evaluation of Lab Samples
arrow Summary & Next Steps



MicroscopeRegistration

Interested parties please click on the following link to register online. Space is limited, so sign up early!
Tuition: $995 inc. lab supplies (Save $100 if registered 30 days prior.)
Contact Hours*: 24

Note: Tetra Tech makes every effort to put on each class as advertised, and to add additional dates and locations throughout the year. However, each class has minimum and maximum registration requirements. We may be called upon at different times to cancel or reschedule a course, or close registrations. In the event of rescheduling or cancellation, all registered students will be given 30-days advance notice, and can transfer into the next available session of the registered course or another of equal value. We regret if this causes any inconvenience. Thank you.

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CEU Credits
*Upon completion of a class, Tetra Tech RTW will mail a Certificate of Completion and the number of professional contact (education) hours completed by the student. The C.E.U. or C.U. hours or credits accepted by each state’s licensing or certification boards may vary, and students should submit within their own state for credit. Some classes are already approved in different states. For more information, and to contact the appropriate agency in your state, visit: Wastewater Certification Information or Water Certification Information.


Contact Information
For more information, please contact Tetra Tech RTW Training at (303) 825-5999, (800) 473-5999, or email, rtw.training@tetratech.com.


Additional Information

ASPC Diploma Series information

View the 2009 Education & Training brochure in Adobe Acrobat PDF format.

View the Under the Microscope course brochure in Adobe Acrobat PDF format.


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