The following workshops have been scheduled for the 2011 SWWA Conference:

• Introduction to Invasive Species (0.3 CEU’s)
• Optimizing Nutrient Removal through Instrumentation (0.3 CEU’s)
• Source Water Protection in Canada (0.3 CEU’s)
• Drinking Water Management Systems – A Critical Component of the Multiple Barrier Approach (0.3 CEU’s)
• Wastewater Process (0.3 CEU’s)
• Workplace Safety (CEU’s to be announced)
• Trenchless Technology (0.3 CEU’s)

Details will be posted as they become available!

Introduction to Invasive Species

Wednesdy, November 16 – 12:30 to 4:00 pm

This course will introduce members of the SWWA to invasive species of concern to Saskatchewan. Using a case study of zebra mussels, explore the economic costs to water treatment facilities if zebra mussels become established in Saskatchewan.

Course Learning Objectives:

• To recognize aquatic invasive species
• To review vectors of invasive species spread
• To understand the economic threat of invasive species
• To know what to do to prevent invasive species spread

Presented by Tanya Johnston, BSc. MSc.
Aquatic Ecologist
Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment

Optimizing Nutrient Removal Through Instrumentation

Wednesday, November 16 – 12:30 to 4:00 pm

• Aeration Introduction
  Case study problem solving workshop, DO measurement Technology, Automation Controls, Case study
• Solids Introduction
  Measurement Parameter, Case Study, Automation, Case Study, Chemical Feed Control, Applications, Sludge Blanket Monitoring
• Nutrient Removal
  Intro, Environmental Impacts, Chemical and Biological Phosphorous Removal, Biological Nitrate Removal, Case Studies

Presented by Michael Kilner
B.S Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering Technology
HACH Company

Source Water Protection in Canada

Wednesday, November 16 – 12:30 to 4:00 pm

The workshop on Source Water Protection in Canada will cover several topics related to the protection of surface and groundwater resources in Canada, with a specific focus on water governance in Saskatchewan. The workshop will begin with a brief outline of the theory and practice of source water protection, including the natural processes and human activities that impact and influence the quality and quantity of water resources. We will discuss the importance of water conservation and the impact of water contamination on human health, the natural environment, and the Canadian economy. Background information on basic watershed hydrology and the transport of chemicals through the environment will be included. The second section of the workshop will discuss threats to water quality and quantity, including natural and anthropogenic sources of water use and contamination, with examples from local watersheds. The final portion of the workshop will describe and briefly analyze the water governance structure in Canada in relation to source water protection, including legislation and regulations that exist to protect our water resources. We will close with a discussion of public involvement in source water protection, and suggestions on how to contribute to a sustainable future for our water resources.

Presented by

Amanda Burke
Environmental Projects Coordinator
South Saskatchewan River Watershed Stewards

Saeed Ul Amin
Projects Manager
South Saskatchewan River Watershed Stewards

Drinking Water Management Systems – A Critical Component of the Multiple Barrier Approach

Thursday, November 17 – 1:00 to 4:30 pm

This presentation is intended to be interactive rather than completely lecture based. Participants have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the course of the presentation, and perhaps may be asked questions, in order to support the learning experience.

This presentation is based upon the Multiple-Barrier Approach that is being applied in the Province of Ontario – based primarily upon the recommendations from Justice Dennis O’Connor in his Report on the Walkerton Inquiry, Parts 1 & 2. The specifics relating to the 5th barrier – Effective Management, are explained and exemplified.

Presented by Rodney MacGibbon
Senior Management System Consultant with the WESA Group

Wastewater Process

Thursday, November 17 – 1:00 to 4:30 pm

Improving the conventional Wastewater treatment process.

Presented by Enviroway

Work Place Safety

Thursday, November 17 – 1:00 to 4:30 pm

Course description not available

Presented by Rita Coshan and Shelley Chirpilo
Department of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety & Occupational Health and Safety

Trenchless Technology

Friday, November 18 – 8:30 to 11:30 pm

This workshop will discuss trenchless technology, what is available and how it has evolved. It will begin with a detailed description of what this technology is. Then follow with information on pilot tubing, pipe bursting and ramming. Flood prevention and how this technology can be used in those situations a case study will be discussed. Equipment to use in trenchless situations and finally Large scale bore equipment and uses will be shown.

Presented by City of Edmonton
City of Edmonton Drainage Services Trenchless Team

Frank Policicchio, General Supervisor for the Tunneling Group
Junhao Zou (P.Eng. and PMP), Senior Engineer, Drainage Services
Ken Chau, Prevention Program Manager
Ray Davies, General Supervisor, Open Cut Construction
Siri Fernando, Engineering Manager of Design and Construction, Drainage Services
Ray Schneck