Oil Water Treatment Technology
$5500.00
Oil Water Treatment Technology: Advanced 5-Day Industrial Training Course
Course Overview
The Oil Water Treatment Technology training course is an intensive 5-day specialized program focusing on the separation, treatment, and management of oily wastewater in industrial applications. This comprehensive course covers oil-water separation principles, treatment technologies, regulatory compliance, and operational best practices essential for petroleum refineries, petrochemical plants, offshore platforms, manufacturing facilities, and industrial wastewater treatment operations. Participants gain expert knowledge in selecting, operating, and optimizing oil-water treatment systems to meet stringent environmental discharge standards while maximizing resource recovery.
Target Audience for Oil Water Treatment Training
Petroleum refinery operations and environmental personnel
Petrochemical plant process engineers and operators
Offshore oil and gas production facility staff
Industrial wastewater treatment specialists
Environmental engineers and compliance officers
Oil terminal and storage facility managers
Marine and shipyard wastewater operators
Manufacturing facility environmental coordinators
Consulting engineers specializing in industrial wastewater
Equipment vendors and technology suppliers
Automotive and metal finishing industry professionals
Day 1: Oil-Water Contamination & Separation Fundamentals
Morning Session: Understanding Oily Wastewater Characteristics
Foundation Knowledge:
Comprehensive understanding of oil-water contamination sources, characteristics, and behavior is essential for effective treatment system design and operation.
Essential Topics:
Oil contamination sources: process waters, cooling systems, stormwater runoff
Types of oil in water: free oil, dispersed oil, emulsified oil, dissolved hydrocarbons
Petroleum hydrocarbon classifications and properties
Density differences and specific gravity considerations
Particle size distribution: droplet size and separation implications
Surface tension, interfacial tension, and wetting characteristics
Emulsion formation mechanisms and stability factors
Total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) and oil & grease measurements
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) relationships
Regulatory discharge limits and environmental standards
Afternoon Session: Physical Separation Principles
Core Separation Science:
Stokes’ Law and particle settling velocity calculations
Gravity separation theory and terminal velocity
API (American Petroleum Institute) separator design principles
Parallel plate interceptor (PPI) technology and coalescence
Corrugated plate interceptor (CPI) systems
Retention time calculations and sizing requirements
Hydraulic loading rate and overflow rate optimization
Temperature effects on oil-water separation efficiency
Turbulence impact on separation performance
Skimming mechanisms and oil recovery systems
Workshop Exercise: Performing separation calculations, sizing gravity separators, and analyzing performance data for various industrial applications
Day 2: Advanced Oil-Water Separation Technologies
Morning Session: Enhanced Gravity Separation Systems
Primary Treatment Technologies:
API separator design, operation, and optimization
Parallel plate interceptors: pack configurations and materials
Corrugated plate interceptors: efficiency improvements
Tilted plate separators (TPS) for space-constrained applications
Coalescing media selection and performance characteristics
Oil skimmer types: belt, disk, tube, rope mop, weir
Sludge removal systems and sediment management
Inlet and outlet design for hydraulic efficiency
Maintenance requirements and cleaning procedures
Troubleshooting poor separation and carryover problems
Afternoon Session: Flotation & Coalescence Technologies
Advanced Separation Methods:
Dissolved air flotation (DAF) principles and applications
Induced gas flotation (IGF) for offshore platforms
Flotation chemistry: bubble-oil attachment mechanisms
Air-to-solids ratio optimization and pressure selection
Coalescing filtration technology and media types
Fiber bed coalescers and cartridge filter systems
Hydrocyclone separators: design and performance
Centrifugal separators for high-efficiency applications
Membrane technology for oil-water separation
Electrostatic coalescence for emulsion breaking
Case Study Analysis: Comparing separation technologies for different industrial scenarios, efficiency requirements, and economic considerations
Day 3: Emulsion Breaking & Chemical Treatment
Morning Session: Emulsion Characteristics & Breaking Mechanisms
Chemical Treatment Science:
Emulsion types: oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O)
Emulsifying agents: surfactants, solids, natural emulsifiers
Emulsion stability factors and interfacial films
Demulsification theory and mechanisms
Chemical demulsifier selection and evaluation
Demulsifier chemistry: ionic, nonionic, polymeric types
Bottle testing procedures for demulsifier screening
Dosage optimization and application methods
pH adjustment for enhanced separation
Coagulation and flocculation in oily wastewater
Afternoon Session: Advanced Chemical Treatment Processes
Integrated Chemical Approaches:
Polyelectrolyte selection for oil-water applications
Inorganic coagulants: alum, ferric chloride applications
Polymer types: cationic, anionic, nonionic selection
Chemical feed system design and control
Mixing requirements: flash mix and slow mix optimization
Temperature effects on chemical performance
Handling refractory emulsions and difficult separations
Solvent extraction for dissolved oil removal
Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) for hydrocarbon degradation
Electrocoagulation technology for emulsion treatment
Laboratory Session: Conducting jar tests with various demulsifiers, optimizing chemical doses, and evaluating separation efficiency
Day 4: Biological Treatment & Polishing Technologies
Morning Session: Biological Treatment of Oily Wastewater
Secondary Treatment Processes:
Biodegradability of petroleum hydrocarbons
Activated sludge systems for refinery wastewater
Bioaugmentation strategies for hydrocarbon degradation
Fixed-film biological processes for oily wastewater
Trickling filters and biological contactors
Nutrient requirements: nitrogen and phosphorus ratios
Toxicity considerations and shock load management
Biomass adaptation and acclimation procedures
Effluent quality from biological treatment
Sludge production and handling in petroleum applications
Afternoon Session: Tertiary Treatment & Polishing
Final Treatment Technologies:
Multimedia filtration for suspended solids removal
Activated carbon adsorption: granular (GAC) and powdered (PAC)
Organoclay adsorption technology for dissolved hydrocarbons
Advanced membrane technologies: ultrafiltration, nanofiltration
Reverse osmosis for produced water treatment
Ultraviolet (UV) oxidation for recalcitrant compounds
Ozonation for advanced oxidation and disinfection
Wetland treatment systems for petroleum facilities
Zero liquid discharge (ZLD) concepts and applications
Water reuse and recycling opportunities in industrial facilities
Technical Discussion: Designing treatment trains for specific discharge requirements, reuse applications, and environmental compliance
Day 5: Operations, Monitoring & Regulatory Compliance
Morning Session: System Operations & Performance Optimization
Operational Excellence:
Startup procedures for oil-water treatment systems
Process control strategies and monitoring parameters
Flow equalization and surge management
Skimmed oil handling, storage, and disposal/recovery
Recovered oil quality and reprocessing options
Sludge characterization: oily sludge vs. biological sludge
Hazardous waste determination and management
Equipment maintenance programs and schedules
Preventive maintenance for separators and skimmers
Winter operations and freeze protection strategies
Energy optimization and operational cost reduction
Afternoon Session: Monitoring, Sampling & Analytical Methods
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
Oil and grease analytical methods: EPA 1664, hexane extractable material
Total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) analysis
Benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylene (BTEX) testing
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) monitoring
Continuous monitoring systems and online analyzers
Sampling locations and representative sampling techniques
Quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) protocols
Performance testing and efficiency verification
Troubleshooting analytical interferences
Data management and trending for process optimization
Regulatory Framework & Environmental Compliance
Legal & Compliance Requirements:
Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Effluent Limitation Guidelines for petroleum refining (40 CFR Part 419)
Oil Pollution Prevention regulations and SPCC plans
Underground Injection Control (UIC) program requirements
Offshore discharge regulations and produced water standards
Stormwater pollution prevention planning
Pretreatment standards for discharge to municipal systems
Best Available Technology (BAT) and Best Conventional Technology (BCT)
Spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements
Record keeping, reporting, and inspection preparation
Advanced Topics: Emerging Technologies & Future Trends
Innovation in Oil-Water Treatment:
Nanotechnology applications in oil-water separation
Membrane distillation for produced water treatment
Supercritical water oxidation (SCWO) technology
Plasma-based advanced oxidation
Magnetic separation technology
Microwave-enhanced treatment processes
Forward osmosis for oilfield produced water
Sustainable treatment: energy recovery and resource utilization
Digitalization: AI and machine learning for process optimization
Industry 4.0 applications in wastewater treatment
Capstone Project: Participants design a complete oil-water treatment system for a given industrial scenario including technology selection, sizing calculations, cost estimation, and regulatory compliance strategy
Comprehensive Training Materials & Resources
Complete Course Package:
Oil Water Treatment Technology reference manual (350+ pages)
Process design calculation worksheets and examples
Equipment selection guides and vendor comparison matrices
Troubleshooting flowcharts for operational problems
Chemical compatibility and materials selection guides
Regulatory compliance checklist and permit application guidance
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) templates
Maintenance schedules for oil-water treatment equipment
Analytical methods and laboratory procedures
Case studies from refining, petrochemical, and offshore operations
Hands-On Learning Activities:
Separator sizing and design calculations
Jar testing and chemical optimization laboratory work
Equipment demonstrations and technology comparisons
Process simulation exercises
Troubleshooting scenario problem-solving
Group discussions on operational challenges
Best practice sharing among industry professionals
Key Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion, participants will:
Understand oil-water contamination characteristics and behavior
Select appropriate separation technologies for specific applications
Design and size oil-water treatment systems accurately
Optimize chemical treatment programs for emulsion breaking
Operate and maintain oil-water separators effectively
Implement biological and advanced treatment processes
Ensure regulatory compliance and environmental protection
Troubleshoot operational problems systematically
Minimize treatment costs while meeting discharge standards
Apply emerging technologies for improved performance
Professional Development:
Continuing education units (CEUs) for professional licensure
Certificate of completion for career advancement
Networking with oil-water treatment professionals
Access to instructor expertise for technical consultation
Industry contacts for equipment vendors and technology providers
Training Methodology:
Interactive instruction combining technical lectures, mathematical problem-solving, laboratory demonstrations, equipment operation simulations, case study analysis, facility tours (when available), and collaborative learning activities.
Enroll in Oil Water Treatment Technology training and become an expert in industrial oily wastewater management, ensuring environmental compliance while optimizing operational efficiency and resource recovery in petroleum and manufacturing operations.
