Plant by Plant: Vincennes WWTP Bio-P
Hours: 5 Technical Wastewater
Cost: $125 member/$175 non-member
Vincennes Wastewater Treatment Facility
301 Perdue RoadVincennes, IN 47591-9302
United States
Course Description
This course provides participants with a comprehensive tour and operational overview of the Vincennes Wastewater Treatment Plant. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of the facility's treatment processes, equipment operation, solids handling systems, and the regulatory requirements associated with municipal wastewater treatment. The course begins with a guided tour of the plant, allowing participants to observe the complete treatment process from influent reception through final effluent discharge and biosolids management. Throughout the tour, emphasis will be placed on understanding process flow, the purpose and operation of major treatment equipment, day-to-day operational considerations, maintenance practices, and the challenges associated with providing reliable, compliant wastewater treatment for the community.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the overall treatment process used at the Vincennes Wastewater Treatment Plant from influent to final effluent.
- Identify the major components and equipment associated with each stage of the wastewater treatment process.
- Explain the purpose and function of preliminary, primary, secondary, and solids handling treatment processes.
- Recognize how individual treatment processes work together to achieve regulatory compliance and protect water quality.
- Describe the operation and maintenance considerations for key treatment equipment observed during the facility tour.
- Identify common operational challenges encountered in wastewater treatment and discuss practical approaches used to address them.
- Explain the role of process monitoring, laboratory testing, and operational data in maintaining efficient plant performance.
- Recognize the importance of preventive maintenance and routine inspections in ensuring reliable facility operation.
- Describe the regulatory requirements that govern municipal wastewater treatment facilities and operator responsibilities.
- Apply observations from the facility tour to better understand wastewater treatment concepts and improve day-to-day operational decision-making.
Moderator: Rex Blanton, AIRW
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Credits | Price |
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Member: In-person
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5.00 (Technical Wastewater) | $125.00 |
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Non-member: In-person
*must login to member compass to receive member rates |
5.00 (Technical Wastewater) | $175.00 |
For More Information:
555 West Jefferson StreetFranklin, Indiana 46131
United States 3177894200