Municipal Wastewater Treatment Lecture Book Parts I and II: Lecture Guide and Study Companion for Environmental Engineering Students

Parts 1 and 2 of Dr. Michael McFarland, PE, BCEE's "Municipal Wastewater Treatment" Lecture Series: This publication introduces college students to the essential principles and practices of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. As public awareness of waterborne contaminants grows, the financial burden of regulatory compliance continues to escalate. Communities facing severe drought and water shortages are increasingly demanding that wastewater recovery be an economically viable option for replenishing drinking water supplies. Given the critical importance of reliable access to clean water for human survival, it is essential that professionals involved in the design, operation, and maintenance of wastewater treatment systems are equipped with the knowledge to make sound technical and economic decisions. These decisions must effectively safeguard public health and the environment from both current and emerging water quality challenges. This supplementary guide workbook, authored by Dr. Michael McFarland, PE, BCEE, accompanies his environmental engineering lectures, providing college students with a comprehensive guide to follow and deepen their understanding of the subject. Each book in this series explores key aspects of municipal wastewater treatment operations. In Parts 1 and 2, the focus is on topics such as wastewater collection, pretreatment processes, activated sludge systems, trickling filters, and more. Completing Part 1 will provide a solid foundation, and we encourage readers to continue with the subsequent volumes for a comprehensive understanding of modern wastewater treatment management.