EngineeringLead Contamination of Public Water Systems

Lead Contamination of Public Water Systems

1.00 Hr
SKU: RV-11154

Lead contamination of drinking water is a major topic of concern across the country, particularly in areas with aging lead pipes. Lead contamination in Flint, Michigan; Washington, DC; and Newark, New Jersey, has focused attention on America’s decaying pipes. At least $384 billion of improvements are needed to maintain and replace essential parts of the country’s water infrastructure to through 2030, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency. While these improvements are underway, treatment technologies can be utilized to significantly limit the migration of lead into the potable water supply. This interactive online course will describe these technologies and opportunities for implementation.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Describe the effects of lead contamination on the human body
  • Describe how lead gets into drinking water
  • Discuss how to prevent lead contamination in water
  • Describe phosphate treatment technologies for potable water systems
  • Describe the issues surrounding the Flint, Michigan event

Specs

Course Level
Fundamental
Languages
English
Compatibility
Audio, MobileReady

Author | Pat Rushing

Mr. Rushing has over 13 years of experience in civil engineering. His areas of expertise include utility design, wastewater treatment system design, stormwater systems modeling and design, water distribution system modeling, and roadway design. He holds an undergraduate degree in civil engineering from Clemson University and a graduate degree in civil engineering from the University of South Carolina. He is currently in private practice in North Carolina.

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