ARWA Training Class

How Activated Sludge Affects Settleability, Collection System Evaluation, SCADA Systems

 

This course provides comprehensive training to better understand how maintaining proper activated sludge is crucial to maximum plant performance. The training will guide you through various strategies for collection system evaluation, including smoke testing and ultrasonic technology. Additionally, you'll learn about the advantages of using standalone SCADA systems for utility operations.

Class Agenda

FromUntilDescription
08:00 AM08:30 AMWelcome/Introduction
Steve Berry / ARWA
08:30 AM11:30 AM

Getting to Know Your Plant and Understanding How Activated Sludge Affects Settleability

This session will cover an introduction to wastewater treatment plant operations, utilizing activated sludge to maximize plant efficiency, and techiques for assessing settleing performance. Participants will also explore case studies and practical examples to enhance their knowledge. In this session, participants will learn advanced techniques for improving settleability and cost saving strategies through effiecient plant operations.


Pat Beamon / W.W. Process LLC
11:30 AM12:30 PMLunch On Your Own
12:30 PM02:00 PM

Using New Technology to Evaluate Your Collection System Saving, Time and Money

We will explore cuttung edge technology and methodology for comprehensive collection system evaluation, emphasizing efficiency and cost effectivness. Students will learn to leverage emerging tools such as Ai,loT and data analytics to streamline assesment proccesses across various organizational systems. The curriculum covers strategies for reducing evaluation time, optimizing staff resources, and minmizng costs while maintaining or improving the quality and depth of system analysis. Participants will be equipped to implement innovative solutions that enhance system evaluation efficiency, reduce operational overhead, and drive organizational growth through data-driven decision making. 


Tim Mitchell/ GMC

Craig Sanford/ GMC

Kevin Heartsill/Eufala Water Works & Sewer Board

02:00 PM03:30 PM

Utlizing Stand-Alone SCADA at Your Remote Lift Stations and Other Utility Functions

This session focuses on the application of stand-alone Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for remote utility management, with emphasis on lift stations and other utility functions. Students will be equipped to plan, implement, and manage stand alone SCADA systems for remote utility functions, enabling improved operational efficiency, reduced site visits, and enhanced system reliability.


Steve Berry /  ARWA

03:30 PM04:00 PMFinal Questions and Class Evaluations
Steve Berry /  ARWA

Event Information

Muscle Shoals Utility Board Water & Wastewater Department
2300 Second Street
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
  • CEH Type:
  • Wastewater
  • CEH Hours:
  • 7 hours
  • Start Date:
  • 04/08/2025
  • Start Time:
  • 8:00 AM
  • Cost:
  • $0.00

Event Point of Contact

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Steve Berry
Class Moderator