2022 PRWA Conference Presentations

Activated Sludge Processes

9A-12:30P | Room 107 | Ed Pietroski, PE

This class will assist operators with operational troubleshooting strategies, and problem-solving techniques for an Activated Sludge Process. This class will review control parameters to operate an activated sludge process and will assist the operator in understanding the day to day adjustments of an activated sludge plant. Earn 3 WW CH.

Collection System Rehabilitation & Maintenance

9A-12:30P | Room 105 | Bryon Killian, PE & William Fridah, PE (USG)

Inspecting, identifying and repairing collection system problems is before they become major problems are an important part of an operator’s responsibilities. This class will cover common collection maintenance and rehabilitation techniques for system components. Earn 3 WW CH.

Activated Sludge Processes - REPEAT SESSION

8-11:30A | Room 205 | Ed Pietroski, PE

This class will assist operators with operational troubleshooting strategies, and problem-solving techniques for an Activated Sludge Process. This class will review control parameters to operate an activated sludge process and will assist the operator in understanding the day to day adjustments of an activated sludge plant. Earn 3 WW CH.

Subsurface Utility Engineering and Crossbore Safety

1:30-5P | Room 207 | Bryon Killian, PE & William Fridah, PE (USG)

Trenchless technology has brought utility damage and cross bores to the forefront. This course covers Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) tools, advantages and disadvantages, and when to use. Appropriate use of the SUE disciplines can avoid, many utility conflicts, cost over-runs, schedule impacts and safety concerns. Earn 3 W & WW CH.

An Operator’s Guide to Wastewater Treatment Plant Design

1:30-5P | Room 205 | Chris Hannum, PE

This course will show how the treatment plant design goes from concept to construction. It is focused on design of facilities less than 1.0 MGD. Covers: Typical and Statistical Design Values, Discharge Criteria, Headworks (Screening and Grit Removal), Pumping Systems, Primary Sedimentation, Biological Treatment Selection (Extended Aeration, BNR, Sequencing Batch Reactors, etc.), Clarification, Disinfection and Post Aeration. Earn 3 WW CH.

Subsurface Utility Engineering and Crossbore Safety - REPEAT SESSION

8-11:30A | Room 207 | Bryon Killian, PE & William Fridah, PE (USG)

Trenchless technology has brought utility damage and cross bores to the forefront. This course covers Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) tools, advantages and disadvantages, and when to use. Appropriate use of the SUE disciplines can avoid, many utility conflicts, cost over-runs, schedule impacts and safety concerns. Earn 3 W & WW CH.

Wanna Get Tanked? - Inspection, Coating & Care

1:30-5P | Room 206 | Christine Gunsaullus

This course covers the materials & styles of storage tanks. It will address which decisions will affect long-term care including coatings. The course will also cover the type & frequency of inspections, including owner performed inspections. Finally, several case studies will be reviewed. Earn 3 W & WW CH.

Understanding the Budget Process

1:30-3:45P | Room 105 | Chris Hannum, PE

The goal of the budgeting process is to ensure stable and predictable rates for both the long and short-term. This is accomplished by understanding fixed and variable costs. Earn 2 W & WW CH.