Constructed Wetlands

Constructed Wetlands (8 Hour)

This unit evaluates the use of constructed wetlands (CW) in the treatment of municipal and industrial wastewaters, partially-treated effluents, run-off water and sludges. Following a review of the relevant legislative and regulatory framework associated with the discharge of treated effluents it considers the typical design criteria used for horizontal flow, vertical flow and other forms of constructed wetlands, together with their construction and commissioning, whether as new build or retro-fit. In addition, a series of case studies are used to explore the operation, performance, treatment efficiency and ultimate renewal/replacement procedure of a variety of CWs operating under different conditions, with different types of influent, in different locations. The unit evaluates the applicability, benefits and limitations of CWs as a treatment technology together with the impact on carbon footprint when using this sustainable wastewater and sludge treatment technology.

The provisional start dates for Wetlands are:

w/c 14^th May 2012
w/c 3^rd September 2012
w/c 3^rd December 2012

The cost of the unit is £352.50 (all inclusive). The unit has a learning time equivalent to 8 hours spread over 5 weeks.

To register for the unit please email Tom Owen or call 020 7831 3110.

Staffordshire University reserve the right to cancel any start date if there are insufficient registrants. No refunds can be made less than 14 days prior to the commencement of the unit although substitutions can be made at any time.

This unit is delivered in partnership with the Constructed Wetlands Association (CWA)