Sludge sources and their classification. Sanitary safety and automated
analytical methods of quality and sludge quantity monitoring. Basic methods of
sludge processing, main directions of sludge utilization. Aerobic and
anaerobic stability of sludge, biogas utilization, sludge disposal and dumping.
syllabus
1. Introduction
Sludge classification, sludge sources, composition and quantity of sludge.
2. Sampling of sludge and sediments, basic parameters.
3. Legislation in the area of sludge in the Czech Republic and the European
Union.
4. Sanitary safety and automated analytical methods of quality and sludge
quantity monitoring.
5. Principal methods of sludge processing: Sludge thickening and drainage.
6. Drying and combustion of sludge.
7. Pyrolysis of sludge.
8. Sludge dumping.
9. Agricultural utilization of sludge.
10. Composting of sludge.
11. Other methods of sludge utilization.
12. Aerobic and anaerobic stability of sludge and biogas utilization.
12.-15. Specific processing of individual types of sludge.