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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification course explores strategies for handling Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste, and Electronic Waste. It delves into waste generation, collection, recycling, and landfilling, emphasizing environmental impact and alignment with India's smart city initiatives. Case studies and industry support enhance practical understanding.
Participants gain insights into waste management challenges and solutions, including the latest regulations for C&D and E-waste. With a duration of 12 weeks, the Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification by Swayam caters to undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and professionals. It gives a comprehensive exploration of waste management practices and their implications.
The Highlights
- Elective Online Course
- 12 Weeks Duration
- Offered by IIT Kharagpur
Programme Offerings
- Certificate of completion
- Practical Learning
- Hands-on Experience
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IIT Kharagpur |
The Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification fees is free. However, if you want a certificate, you must register and take the proctored exam at designated centers, which is optional and comes with a fee of Rs 1000.
Wastewater Treatment And Recycling Certification Fee Structure
Particulars | Total Fees |
Wastewater Treatment And Recycling (exam) | Rs 1000/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications
The Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification course is intended for students and professionals in engineering and environmental science fields, as well as researchers, faculty members, regulators, and policymakers, with prerequisites in Environmental Sciences and Introduction to Environmental Engineering.
Certification Qualifying Details
To receive the Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification by Swayam, you need a minimum average assignment score of 10/25 and an exam score of 30/75.
What you will learn
After completing the Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification syllabus, you will learn about Integrated Solid Waste Management, focusing on various aspects within the broader context of Integrated Waste Management for Smart Cities. You will delve into the intricacies of handling Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste, and Electronic Waste.
Upon completion of the Wastewater Treatment And Recycling training, you will understand the complexities of waste generation rates and composition analysis, gaining insights into effective management strategies like collection, recovery, recycling, and landfilling. You will explore the environmental impact of different waste management practices and their crucial role in sustainable development.
Who it is for
The Wastewater Treatment And Recycling online course is suitable for students pursuing B.Tech/M.Tech/B.Sc/M.Sc degrees, engineers and professionals working in any area related to waste management. This course is particularly beneficial for:
Admission Details
Follow these steps to join the Wastewater Treatment And Recycling classes:
Step 1: Browse the URL below:
https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc23_ce85/preview
Step 2: Click on the “Sign-in/ Register” button
Step 3: Fill out the necessary details and submit the form
The Syllabus
- Introduction: General outline; Introduction to wastewater
- Various sources and types of wastewater
- Need of wastewater management
- Concept of wastewater treatment and recycling
- Wastewater Generation and Characteristics: Wastewater generation and quantity estimation
- Water quality parameters and standards (COD, BOD, DO, Solids, Nutrients, metals and emerging contaminants)
- Sources specific wastewater physical and chemical characteristics
- Natural Attenuation of Pollutants in Wastewater: Concept of natural attenuation
- Wastewater discharge in rivers
- Attenuation of pollutants on land application.
- Treatment Philosophy: Objectives of wastewater treatment
- Concept of mass balance
- Kinetics and equilibrium processes
- Reactors tanks; Continuously mixed tank reactors
- Plug-flow reactors Introduction to primary, secondary and tertiary treatment;
- Preliminary and Primary Treatment Processes: Screening
- Grit removal
- Equalization tank
- Sedimentation theory
- Rectangular and circular sedimentation tanks
- Secondary Treatment Processes: Biological treatment of wastewater
- Microbial ecology and growth kinetics
- Types of microorganisms
- Aerobic and anaerobic processes
- Suspended and attached growth systems
- Activated sludge process
- Tricking filters and Rotating biological contactors
- Secondary Treatment Processes - Anaerobic: Anaerobic treatment
- Anaerobic decomposition of organic matter
- Fluidized bed systems
- Up flow anaerobic sludge blanket systems
- Biogas production and collection
- Other reactor configurations
- Sludge Management: The quantity and characteristics of sewage sludge
- Sludge dewatering, drying, and thickening
- Sludge digestion
- Aerobic and anaerobic sludge stabilization
- Composting
- Tertiary (Advanced) Treatment Processes: Need and Objectives of advanced treatment; Nutrient (N and P) removal
- Chemical treatment processes
- Advanced oxidation processes
- Adsorption and Ion-exchange
- Membrane processes
- Current Treatment Approaches: Conventional systems
- Integrated treatment systems
- Advanced reactor configurations
- SBR, MBR and MBBR
- Application and case studies
- Wastewater Recycling: Scope and demands
- Types and stages of recycling
- Recycling requirements
- Designated reuse criteria; centralized vs decentralized recycling systems.
- Technology Selection and Decision Making: Research trends in wastewater treatment and recycling
- Choice modelling and decision making
- Risks and challenges; Socio-economic perspectives
- Case studies
Evaluation process
The Wastewater Treatment And Recycling certification offers an optional exam. Your final score is determined by averaging the best 8 out of 12 assignments (25%) and your proctored exam score (75%).
Instructors
IIT Kharagpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The course spans 12 weeks and is structured to cover various aspects of Integrated Solid Waste Management, including lectures, case studies, discussions, and practical applications.
The course is open to students pursuing B.Tech/M.Tech/B.Sc/M.Sc degrees, research scholars, faculty members, engineers, professionals in waste management-related fields, regulators, and policymakers.
Participants are expected to have a background in Environmental Sciences and Introduction to Environmental Engineering to fully engage with the course materials and discussions.
This course provides valuable insights and practical knowledge in Integrated Solid Waste Management, enabling participants to pursue careers as waste management specialists, environmental engineers, consultants, policymakers, and more.
Yes, the course offers industry support from leading companies in the field of waste management. Additionally, case studies from smart cities and practical applications ensure participants gain hands-on experience.