First of all, organic Loading questions are very common on operator certification exams. The great thing is that these problems are not complicated. Today, we’ll focus on a certain type of problem: organic loading into a pond. Here’s a video that shows you how to calculate organic loading into a pond. It’s a fairly …
In today’s post, we’re going to learn about food-to-microorganism ratio , also known as F-M ratio. It’s a common test question on the certification exam, so be sure to learn it. After you finish watching this video, try solving a similar F-M ratio math problem on your own. The practice exams …
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In today’s post, we’ll learn how to calculate detention time. It’s a common question on the operator certification exam, so be sure to understand this concept. This applies to both water and wastewater treatment. For more help, enroll in our online courses or try these practice exams. So what is detention time? It’s …
In today’s post, we’ll show you how to calculate flowrate through a pipe. It’s a fairly simple concept, and only involves one formula: Flowrate = (Velocity of water) x (Cross sectional area of pipe) In the following video, I demonstrate how to calculate flowrate in a pipe. If you’re looking for practice problems …
The following paragraphs summarize my recommendation for studying for the exam. Take an online course First, take an online course offered by your favorite instructor, and get familiar with the content of Water Treatment Plant Operation, Volumes 1 and 2, which are published by Sacramento State University. The more you become familiar …
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