Course Details

Learning Outcomes:

·       At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

·       Recognize the difference between the chemistry and characteristics of seawater and

·       fresh water.

·       Understand different thermal technologies such as multistage flash, distillation, and

·       vapor compression.

·       Understand different membrane technologies such as osmosis, Reverse-osmosis,

·       electrodialysis, and nano-filtration.

·       Anticipate and avoid potential problems that can occur during the desalination process,

·       such as corrosion, fouling, etc.

·       Recognize the environmental impacts of desalination.

Outlines:

·       Overview Characteristics of seawater and fresh water.

·       Fundamental of desalination.

·       Desalination Process.

·       Environmental impacts and economics of desalination plants.

Target Audience:

The course targets professionals in water treatment companies, consulting agencies, ministries, and equipment suppliers. Preferably participants should have a background in civil, chemical, environmental, or sanitary engineering.