Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024Class Size21–24 studentsCredits4 Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis course presents the elements of water chemistry and water bacteriology as they apply to the water treatment processes, water conditioning, and the protection of water quality. Solution chemistry, along with the chemistry of acids, bases, and salts are studied to build a foundation. The gross chemical reactions that carryout water treatment, such as odor removal, manganese and iron removal, coagulation, water softening, and disinfection are analyzed. The main microbe types in water, viruses, bacteria, and protozoa are discussed from a public health perspective. The course includes laboratory work to introduce students to basic water quality monitoring techniques.Usually HeldMon 7:00pm–9:50pm, Wed 5:30pm–6:45pm, Wed 7:00pm–9:50pm 