WS V12 - Wastewater Treatment

    Recent Professors
    Mary Woo
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    35–40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course presents the basic operating principles and techniques of the conventional wastewater treatment processes. This includes screening, sedimentation, activated sludge, media filtration, and chlorination. Alternative treatments such as trickling filters, biological rotating contactors, and lagoon systems are also covered. Assists in preparation for Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s certificate examination given by the State of California Water Resources Control Board.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 5:30pm–6:45pm, Tue Thu 7:00pm–8:15pm