Suggested orders through our online classes. Every class stands on its own, so start wherever you need.
These paths are suggestions, not requirements. Only Advanced Activated Sludge assumes the material from the class before it. Registration is open on each class page.
The catalog groups every class into a learning path. Choose one to see its classes, prices and CEU status.
Headworks, primary treatment and disinfection: the processes every operator runs first.
3 online classesBasics, Process Control and Advanced: a three-level series, plus using plant data.
4 online classesAdvanced activated sludge, AI for plant performance and metal finishing wastewater.
3 online classesAnaerobic digestion, dewatering machines and centrifuge operation.
3 online classesSampling, the core tests and QA/QC behind the monthly report.
1 online classClass prep courses for the Indiana wastewater and industrial exams.
3 online classesSource water, treatment, filters, disinfection, distribution, wells and water math.
9 online classesPumps, motors, valves, instruments, SCADA and controls.
ComingCollection system operation and maintenance.
ComingActivated sludge series
Three levels, each building on the one before. Advanced Activated Sludge assumes the Level 2 material.
3 classes, 11 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price.
New operators
Follow the water through the plant, then learn the lab tests that tell you how it is doing.
5 classes, 11 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price.
Indiana certification
Start with the class for your exam level. Laboratory Basics and Activated Sludge Process Control go deeper on two big exam topics.
4 classes, 34 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price.
Solids handling crews
How digesters work, then how each dewatering machine works, then a deep look at the centrifuge.
3 classes, 11 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price.
Industrial plants
For operators at industrial plants and the municipal staff who receive industrial wastewater.
3 classes, 10 to 12 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price.
Process control and data
Activated sludge control, the lab data behind it, and how to use AI assistants safely with your plant data.
3 classes, 10 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price.
Drinking water operators
Source water, treatment, filters and disinfection, then the math behind them.
5 classes, 16 hours in all. Each class is bought on its own; see each class page for its price. CEUs for drinking water classes are not yet approved, for learning only.
| Class | Topics | Length and price |
|---|---|---|
| Activated Sludge Basics | How activated sludge works, the organisms, daily rounds, the settleometer, the microscope and basic math, for new operators. | 3 hours, $100. |
| Activated Sludge Process Control | Biology, SRT and F/M, RAS and WAS, clarifiers, daily routine, troubleshooting and process math. | 4 hours, $120. |
| Advanced Activated Sludge | Nitrogen and phosphorus removal, filaments and foam, aeration control, the clarifier state point, toxicity and multi-day case studies, for experienced operators. | 4 hours, $160. |
| Indiana Class I and II Certification | Rules, math, process control, solids, lab and safety, for Indiana Class I and II. | 12 hours, $200. |
| Indiana Class III and IV Certification | Rules, math, advanced process control, MBR, solids, lab and pretreatment, for Indiana Class III and IV. | 16 hours, $240. |
| Indiana Industrial Class C and D | Industrial treatment, metals, oil and DAF, pretreatment, solids, lab and math, for Indiana Industrial Class C and D. | 6 hours, $180. |
| Anaerobic Digestion | Four stages, VA/ALK, biogas, commissioning and nitrogen purging, digester math and troubleshooting. | 4 hours, $120. |
| Centrifuge Operation | Parts, startup and shutdown, adjustments, polymer math, mass balance and troubleshooting. | 4 hours, $120. |
| Dewatering: Centrifuge, Belt Press and Screw Press | Centrifuge, belt press and screw press: how each works, polymer math, levers and troubleshooting. | 3 hours, $90. |
| Headworks Operation | Screening, grit removal, flow measurement, hazards and troubleshooting at the plant inlet. | 2 hours, $60. |
| Primary Treatment | Primary clarifiers, sludge pumping, scum, septicity, primary treatment math and troubleshooting. | 2 hours, $60. |
| Laboratory Basics | Sampling, BOD, solids, DO and pH, SVI, lab equipment, QA/QC and lab safety. | 2 hours, $60. |
| Disinfection Systems | UV, chlorine, dechlorination and ozone, with dose and CT math and troubleshooting. | 2 hours, $60. |
| Using AI for Plant Performance | A five-step AI workflow, prompts, math checks, data guardrails and a plant document library. | 4 hours, $120. |
| Metal Finishing Wastewater Treatment | Chromium reduction, cyanide destruction, precipitation, settling, pH and ORP control. | 4 hours, $120. |
Drinking water classes are listed in the Drinking Water path.
Tell us about your plant and your staff. We will talk through the classes and the training that fit.
Call 503-701-2766 or email help@ActivatedSludge.com.
