Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4 Certification

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Overview Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) is a process used to remove nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus from wastewater before …

Overview

Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) is a process used to remove nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus from wastewater before releasing it to surface or groundwater. This process is carried out with the aim of reducing nutrient concentrations on wastewater to safe levels and to avoid scenarios that present problems for the ecosystem and for civilians equally. All wastewater systems are required to implement processes that controls the concentration of nitrogen and phosphorus and this Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4 has been designed to educate you more on this.

Designed to help individuals aspiring to get into wastewater management and for professionals looking to progress in their careers, this course has taken upto itself to explore every crucial aspects of nutrient removal to help you incorporate it effectively within the wastewater treatment activities. The course also beautifully relays the clean water acts and legislations that have to be followed by wastewater treatment settings to thrive in the long run.

The modules will go on to delve into topics such as preliminary treatment, nitrogen control, total dissolved solids, water quality criteria, processed wastewater solids and many more to further build on your nutrient removal knowledge. You will also gain insight into the various nutrient removal technologies that are currently being used worldwide.

The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This means that Global Edulink* has undergone an external quality check to ensure that the organisation and the courses it offers, meet defined quality criteria. The completion of this course alone does not lead to a regulated qualification but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills gained. The Learner Unit Summary may be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this subject. To this end the learning outcomes of the course have been benchmarked at Level 4 against level descriptors published by Quality Licence Scheme, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.

The course itself has been designed by Global Edulink* to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current qualifications. Quality Licence Scheme endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

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  • Progression and career path
  • Other benefits

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Study 365 offers hundreds of online courses to students across the world. Gaining new skills has never been this easy as many of our courses are open to students with little or no qualifications or previous experience. All the courses are up-to-date, relevant, affordable, and will build on existing expertise or give you a jump-start to a new career. The courses are meticulously designed and equals what is offered in a classroom setting. With a solid reputation that has established and made us one of the most trusted and reliable online course providers, we offer the most convenient path to gain skills and training that will give you the opportunity to put into practice your knowledge and expertise in your chosen career. You can learn at your own pace at Study 365 and you will be provided with all the necessary material, tutorials, qualified course instructor, narrated e-learning modules, interactive quizzes and free resources which include Free CV writing pack, free career support, and course demo to make your learning experience enriching and more rewarding.

  • Gain an insight into the common wastewater acronym and terms
  • Familiarise with the clean water acts and legislations
  • Discover the effects of wastewater pollutants and the importance of nutrient removal from wastewater
  • Identify the various nutrient removal technologies used around the world
  • Explore topics such as preliminary treatment, nitrogen control, total dissolved solids, water quality criteria, processed wastewater solids and many more
  • Examine the process of nitrification and denitrification and the system's associated with it
  • Identify the key design and operational issues related to nutrient removal
  • Delve into the concept of wastewater sampling and the two main types of sampling

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

  • Individuals hoping to gain employment in the wastewater management industry
  • Waste Water operators and workers looking to progress onto a more senior role
  • Anyone else interested in learning about nutrient removal from wastewater
  • Learners should be age 19 or over, and must have a basic understanding of Maths, English, and ICT.
  • A qualification at level 3 or above in any discipline.

This online course is assignment-based with learners being assessed upon the submission of a series of assignments. Once you successfully submit the assignments, students will gain a professional qualification. The assignments must be submitted to the instructor through the online learning portal. The assignments will be reviewed and evaluated, with feedback provided to the student on how well they have fared.

Those who successfully complete the course will be issued the Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4 by the Quality Licence Scheme.

Course Code: QLS-05294

The Quality Licence Scheme is part of the Skills and Education Group, a charitable organisation that unites education and skills-orientated organisations that share similar values and objectives. With more than 100 years of collective experience, the Skills and Education Group’s strategic partnerships create opportunities to inform, influence and represent the wider education and skills sector.

The Skills and Education Group also includes two nationally recognised awarding organisations; Skills and Education Group Awards and Skills and Education Group Access. Through our awarding organisations we have developed a reputation for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments for the education and skills sector. We are committed to helping employers, organisations and learners cultivate the relevant skills for learning, skills for employment, and skills for life.

Our knowledge and experience of working within the awarding sector enables us to work with training providers, through the Quality Licence Scheme, to help them develop high-quality courses and/or training programmes for the non-regulated market.

This certificate will greatly enhance your qualifications for a number of jobs in the wastewater management industry. You can also take this certificate as an opportunity to progress in your career or to expand your education in the area. Listed below are some of the jobs this certificate will benefit you in, along with the average UK salary per annum according to https://www.payscale.com/career-path-planner,

  • Water Treatment Operator – 23,135 per annum
  • Waste Water Plant Operator – 24,366 per annum
  • Waste Water Operator
  • Sewage Plant Operator
  • Written and designed by the industry’s finest expert instructors with over 15 years of experience
  • Repeat and rewind all your lectures and enjoy a personalised learning experience
  • Unlimited 12 months access from anywhere, anytime
  • Save time and money on travel
  • Learn at your convenience and leisure
  • Eligible for a TOTUM discount card

Course Curriculum

1. Common Wastewater Acronyms and Terms
Common Wastewater Acronyms and Terms
2. Clean Water Act Section
Clean Water Act Section
3. Effects of Wastewater Pollutants
Effects of Wastewater Pollutants
4. Preliminary Treatment
Preliminary Treatment
5. Nutrient Removal Technologies
Nutrient Removal Technologies
6. Secondary Clarification Process
Secondary Clarification Process
7. Total Dissolved Solids
Total Dissolved Solids
8. Nitrogen Control
Nitrogen Control
☑ Assignment
Assignment Brief I – Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4
☑ Submit Your Assignment
(A) Assignment Submission – Nutrient Removal Level 4
9. Processed Wastewater Solids
Processed Wastewater Solids
10. Water Quality Criteria
Water Quality Criteria
11. The Micro life or the Microorganisms
The Micro life or the Microorganisms
12. Microorganisms in Lagoons
Microorganisms in Lagoons
13. Nitrification
Nitrification
14. Algae
Algae
15. Activated Sludge Methods
Activated Sludge Methods
☑ Assignment
Assignment Brief II – Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4
☑ Submit Your Assignment
(A) Assignment Submission – Nutrient Removal Level 4
16. Bacteria Section
Bacteria Section
17. Filamentous Bacteria
Filamentous Bacteria
18. Microthrix parvicella
Microthrix parvicella
19. PAX
PAX
20. Sphaerotilus natans
Sphaerotilus natans
21. Thiothrix I & II
Thiothrix I & II
22. Water Quality Trading
Water Quality Trading
23. Phosphorus
Phosphorus
24. Activated Sludge Process Section
Activated Sludge Process Section
25. Complete Mix Activated Sludge Process
Complete Mix Activated Sludge Process
26. Contact Stabilization Activated Sludge Process
Contact Stabilization Activated Sludge Process
☑ Assignment
Assignment Brief III – Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4
☑ Submit Your Assignment
(A) Assignment Submission – Nutrient Removal Level 4
27. Aeration Section
Aeration Section
28. Aeration
Aeration
29. Blowers
Blowers
30. Secondary Clarifiers
Secondary Clarifiers
31. Scum Removal Equipment
Scum Removal Equipment
32. Review Process Goals
Review Process Goals
33. Separate Stage Nitrification and Denitrification Systems
Separate Stage Nitrification and Denitrification Systems
☑ Assignment
Assignment Brief IV – Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4
☑ Submit Your Assignment
(A) Assignment Submission – Nutrient Removal Level 4
34. Key Design and Operational Issues
Key Design and Operational Issues
35. Return and Waste Activated Sludge Systems
Return and Waste Activated Sludge Systems
36. Rotating Biological Contactors RBC
Rotating Biological Contactors RBC
37. Emerging Technologies
Emerging Technologies
38. Types of Filters
Types of Filters
39. Wastewater Sampling Information
Wastewater Sampling Information
40. Proper Sample Handling
Proper Sample Handling
41. Field Equipment Blank Procedure
Field Equipment Blank Procedure
☑ Assignment
Assignment Brief V – Diploma in Nutrient Removal at QLS Level 4
☑ Submit Your Assignment
(A) Assignment Submission – Nutrient Removal Level 4
Additional Materials
Glossary
Waterborne Microorganisms and Bacteria Appendix

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    Bethany Marsh

    August 15, 2019
    Good Course

    Gained a great knowledge and value from these modules

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    Bailey Barrett

    August 01, 2019
    Keep doing the great job!

    Thank you for the excellent course

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    Aydin Holmes

    July 21, 2019
    Very Helpful

    Lovely course. This course was great in helping me better understand the techniques involved in nutrient removal in waste water.

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    Ashley Burton

    July 07, 2019
    Very challenging course

    The course is well written and presented in an easy to follow format. Personally I found the course very challenging, but at the same time it was taught well. I would certainly consider this course provider for further courses in the future.

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    Arianna Hawkins

    June 25, 2019
    A very attractive learning platform

    I totally enjoyed my learning experience with this course. I love the fact that everything was based online and I could do all my learning from the comfort of my own home. It was really worth it.

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