Wastewater Biotransformation

WTSP775: Wastewater Biotransformation: This course explores the biotransformation processes involved in treating domestic wastewater. It provides an in-depth examination of both aerobic and anaerobic metabolic treatments, focusing on the removal and transformation of pollutants and the associated microbial and chemical mechanisms. The curriculum covers essential aerobic treatment methods, including the measurement and management of Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), and Total Organic Carbon (TOC). The course also discusses the nutritional requirements necessary for effective sludge oxidation during these aerobic processes. Key anaerobic metabolism pathways are addressed, such as hydrolysis, acetogenesis, methanogenesis, fermentation, and various oxidation-reduction processes. These concepts are crucial for understanding how organic matter is broken down and stabilized in the absence of oxygen during wastewater treatment. Special emphasis is placed on diseases associated with wastewater, including those caused by viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and parasites. The course also examines toxins produced by algae and cyanobacteria, highlighting the importance of monitoring and controlling these hazards in water treatment systems.