20 TCH / Self-paced online / Licensed operators
Industrial pH Neutralization Systems
Understand pH theory, system designs, controls, maintenance, diagrams, PLCs, operator interfaces, and the causes of unstable treatment.
Understand how industrial pH neutralization systems are designed, controlled, and maintained.
The course covers pH chemistry, neutralization system design, controls, instrumentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Operators should use this course as a foundation for understanding and troubleshooting industrial pH adjustment systems.
Course outcomes
Knowledge and skills covered in the course
- Understand what pH is, how it is measured, and how to work safely around pH adjustment systems.
- Recognize common system designs and the tradeoffs between them.
- Understand plumbing and electrical diagrams and the basics of control systems.
- Identify likely causes of unstable treatment and maintenance problems.
Curriculum
Subjects covered in the course
- 01pH theory and the chemistry behind neutralization
- 02Common pH neutralization system designs
- 03System operation and maintenance considerations
- 04Piping and electrical diagram fundamentals
- 05Instrumentation, probes, alarms, and control behavior
- 06Programmable logic controllers and operator interfaces
- 07Troubleshooting unstable or inconsistent pH control
Your instructor
Learn from Brian Hagopian.
Brian is a Massachusetts-certified industrial wastewater instructor and former chief operator of a Grade 2I treatment system. He has designed, built, and serviced pH adjustment systems. Brian holds a Grade 4I operator’s license. All courses are approved for training contact hours in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
About BrianBefore you enroll
Enrollment, eligibility, and course questions
Is this an exam-prep course?
No. It is a technical course focused on the theory, design, operation, control, and maintenance of industrial pH neutralization systems.
How much training does it include?
The course is approved for 20 training contact hours in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Is an in-person version available?
Yes. Contact Brian to discuss an in-person version for your facility or group.
Where does online enrollment happen?
The online course is delivered through the Waste Water Training School on Teachable.
Contact Brian
Have a question?
Visit Teachable for course details and enrollment. Contact Brian if you have a question before purchasing.