How Primary Clarifiers Work

Understanding the Mechanics of Primary Clarifier in Water Treatment

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  • Primary Clarifier
  • Sedimentation
  • Infrastructure
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  • Course Duration
    39 Minutes
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Subtittle Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Primary Clarifier
  • Sedimentation
  • Infrastructure
  • lecture
Description

This course delves into the workings of circular primary clarifiers in the water treatment process, focusing on sedimentation and solid-liquid separation. Participants will learn about the design, main components, and operation of primary clarifiers, including influent channels, energy dissipating inlets, baffles, sludge collection, and effluent weirs. 

 

The course will explore the factors affecting clarifier performance, such as flow rates, surface overflow rates, and the prevention of short-circuiting. By understanding these elements, students will gain insights into optimizing clarifier efficiency and the environmental considerations of water treatment processes.

 

Hope to see you on the course!

 

What you will learn in this course
  • The role and importance of primary clarifiers in water treatment.
  • How solids are separated from liquids through sedimentation and mechanical aids.
  • Strategies for preventing common issues like short-circuiting and algae growth.
  • The design and function of key components within a primary clarifier.
  • The impact of operational variables on clarifier performance and efficiency.
Who this course is for:
  • Environmental engineers and water treatment professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of primary clarification processes.
  • Students in environmental science, civil engineering, or related fields interested in water treatment technologies.
  • Technical staff at sewage treatment plants, water treatment facilities, and industries requiring water purification and recycling.
Curriculum
3 lessons
39 minutes
  • How Primary Clarifiers Work
    1 lesson
    18:33
    How Primary Clarifiers Work
    18:33
  • Final Thoughts
    2 lessons
    00:24
    Final Thoughts
    00:24
    Quiz
    Quiz 10

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  • Course Duration
    39 Minutes
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Primary Clarifier
  • Sedimentation
  • Infrastructure
  • lecture