Wastewater Treatment‎ Web-Based Course

8 Sessions, Tuesday & Wednesday, 12:00 – 2:00 ET.  Begins October 28 and ends November 19, 2025.

Registration Deadline

October 20, 2025

Course Description

This course presents a broad range of information related to removing, neutralizing, and/or destroying pollutants found in metal finishing wastewater.

Learning Objectives

Those completing this course and/or earning a certificate in Wastewater Treatment are able to demonstrate:

  • An understanding of the basic chemical reactions conducted in wastewater treatment as well as the specific equipment required.
  • Knowledge of basic operation of pH and Oxidation Reductin Potential (ORP) control systems and alternative methods of treatment.

Recommended Time and Experience

No experience or training the in the art and science of electroplating. For those a few years away from taking any chemistry courses, the online Chemistry Refresher course offered by NASF Foundation is highly recommended, but not required as a pre-requisite.

Designed For

But not limited to: Operators and Supervisors of wastewater pre-treatment systems as well as Sales personnel who work for wastewater treatment suppliers.

Course Content Level

Foundational (100 Level)

Approx Hours to Complete

10 Hours

Elective

Secondary Elective for Master Surface Finishers (MSF) designation.

Instructor

Francis DiGiovani

Key:

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Glossary of Industry Terms
Open to download resource.
Open to download resource. This glossary encompasses the majority of terms utilized in the industry, specifically focusing on those with specialized meanings relevant to surface finishing processes. Terms commonly used in the Foundation’s courses may not be reiterated here.
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Formula Worksheet
Open to download resource.
Open to download resource. This formula worksheet is designed to support the NASF Foundation Self Study Courses. We recommend downloading a copy for your records.
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Wastewater Treatment Web Based Course
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package. The Wastewater Treatment Web Based Course presents a broad range of information related to removing, neutralizing, and/or destroying pollutants found in metal finishing wastewater. It is recommended that you achieve a score of 80% or higher on the lesson knowledge checks before registering for the Wastewater Treatment Exam. Click 'View Course' to begin.
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NASF Course Survey
7 Questions
7 Questions NASF values your input and is committed to improving the educational content we provide. Please complete the course survey to access ‎your certificate.‎
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Certificate
No credits available  |  Certificate available
No credits available  |  Certificate available Congratulations on completing the Wastewater Treatment Self Study Course! Click the link to download your certificate of completion.
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