BIOS 1130 - Water Treatment

Academic Division: Health Sciences
Academic Discipline: Bioscience Technology

Course Coordinator: Jason Tucker, M.S.
Assistant Dean: Lessa Cox MBA, PTA

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to water treatment biotechnology. Students will be introduced to mathematical and chemical concepts that will aid their understandings into the workings of a water treatment facility. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to sit for the Ohio EPA Class 1 water operator certification exam.

Required Prerequisite Course(s): BIOS 1010 ,BIOS 1030 , MATH 1110

Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): CHEM 1030

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Compare and differentiate primary and aesthetic contaminants that can be found in drinking water.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exams 1 and 2, cumulative final exam
Demonstrate the use and application of mathematical skills necessary to be a successful water treatment operator.	Weekly online quizzes, cumulative final exam
Describe common safety policies and procedures that are associated with working as a water treatment operator.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exam 3, cumulative final exam
Explain the operation and maintenance of multiple machines and instruments critical to the successful operation of a water treatment facility.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exams 2 and 3, cumulative final exam
Explain water treatment techniques and their specific applications that are aimed at cleaning and maintaining appropriate drinking water standards.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exams 1 and 2, cumulative final exam
Define common public health notices, including violations and consumer confidence reports.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exam 3, cumulative final exam
Identify key regulations and monitoring practices and differentiate between the different categories of water treatment facilities.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exams 1 and 3, cumulative final exam
Discuss source water protection practices.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exams 1 and 3, cumulative final exam
Identify and describe common water sampling procedures.	Weekly online quizzes, midterm exam 3, cumulative final exam
Discuss general management practices commonly associated with water treatment facilities as well as the legal responsibilities of a water treatment operator.	Weekly online quizzes, cumulative final exam

Topics:

1	Introduction to Water Treatment	Volume 1, Chapter 1
2	Source Water	Volume 1, Chapter 2
3	Coagulation, Flocculation	Volume 1, Chapter 3
4	Sedimentation	Volume 1, Chapter 4
5	Filtration	Volume 1, Chapter 5
6	Disinfection	Volume 1, Chapter 6
7	Corrosion Control	Volume 1, Chapter 7
8	Softening	Volume 2, Chapter 2
9	Taste, Odor Control	Volume 1, Chapter 8
10	Iron, Magnesium Control	Volume 2, Chapter 3
11	Laboratory Procedures, Sampling	Volume 1, Chapter 9
12	Plant Maintenance	Volume 2, Chapter 8
13	Management	Volume 2, Chapter 9
14	Safety	Volume 2, Chapters 1, 8
15	Final review	***
16	Final Exam

Assignments:

Weekly online quizzes (Weeks 1-15)
Math online quizzes (as assigned)
Midterm exams (Weeks 5, 8 and 12)
Final exam (Week 16)

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
NC State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

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Standard NCSC Course Policies
Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/m

TEXTBOOK INFORMATION
Textbook:

Water Treatment Plant Operation (Volume 1), Authors: Sacramento State, Copyright Year: 2017, Edition: 7th, ISBN: 978-1-323-41617-4

Water Treatment Plant Operation (Volume 2) ,Authors: Sacramento State, Copyright Year: 2017, Edition: 7th, ISBN: 978-0-13-666899-2

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: None