Year: 2011

Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm

Location: GB217

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Membrane water treatment technology is constantly improving. The development of new membrane systems for customized applications is expanding the options to meet specialized needs. This webcast presents the results of comparison studies that assess the performance of ceramic and nano-fiber membranes. Pilot studies and cost analyses demonstrate the factors that influence decisions regarding the selection of ceramic or polymeric MF/UF membranes. Also, electro-spun nano-fiber membranes (ENMs) and their applications in water treatment will be introduced.

 Learning Objectives

• Compare the operational performance of ceramic vs. polymeric membranes.
• Discuss innovative applications of ceramic and polymeric membranes within existing water treatment plants.
• Identify cost-competitive situations between ceramic membranes and polymeric membranes.
• Introduce the enhanced characteristics of electro-spun nano-fiber membranes.

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Date: Friday, November 11, 2011

Time: 12 noon – 1 pm

Location: GB303 (3rd Floor, Galbraith Building

Speaker: Hershel Guttman, Senior Environmental Engineer, R.V. Anderson Associates Limited.

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This seminar will provide an overview of the water industry and water treatment.  It is an excellent opportunity to learn about the different roles that engineers play within the industry and the opportunities that are available.

!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!

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Date: Wednesday, November 02, 2011

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm

Location: GB217

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Virtually all treatment plants that do not disinfect prior to filtration are employing biofiltration.  Optimizing this process can give enhanced treatment results.  This webcast describes methods to take advantage of biofiltration to improve water quality and reduce treatment costs.  Examples of treatment plants employing biofiltration illustrate the benefits from this effective treatment process.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the characteristics of biofiltration and the factors that influence process performance.
• Identify specific methods that can enhance hydraulics and contaminant removal.
• Discuss the operation of a membrane softening process that is coupled with biofiltration to gain the advantages of both

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Date: Friday, September 30, 2011

Time: 12 noon – 1 pm

Location: GB303

Speaker: Tom Moulton, Past President – OWWA

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You are invited to attend our first seminar for the academic year 2011 – 2012!

This is an opportunity to learn more about the Chapter and our activities, ways you can get involved; and also obtain information on our parent group –  the Ontario Water Works Association (OWWA) and the Young Professionals.  The seminar will highlight how you will benefit as a student and when transitioning to the professional working world.

!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!

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Date: September 21, 2011

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm

Location: GB217

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Water systems are not immune from the effects of periodic drought conditions. Either short- or long-term water shortages can be mitigated by proper planning.

This webcast describes how water utilities can effectively respond to drought conditions. Presenters discuss the main elements of a successful drought management plan. Several examples of the effective execution of utility drought response plans are also presented.

Learning Objectives

• Design drought responses that work and avoid commonly experienced pitfalls!
• Formulate drought response plans that integrate into utility operations seamlessly.
• Develop drought rates that encourage conservation without added expense to the utility.

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Date: September o6, 2011

Time: 10 am – 12 noon

Location: Bahen Building

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We will have a booth display at the Skule Clubs Day providing information on the Chapter and our activities planned for the coming year.

Please check us out on the second floor and collect our 2011 – 2012 brochure for our list of upcoming activities.

Detailed information on these activities is also posted on our Events page.

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Speaker: Allison Moore, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant, AECOM

Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Time: 12 noon – 1 pm

Location: GB303

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This session will provide you with tips on how to engage the interviewer and make a lasting impression.

!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!

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Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Location: GB 202 (2nd Floor, Galbraith Building)

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The United Nations designated March 22 as World Water Day as a means of focusing attention on fresh water and the sustainable management of freshwater resources.

Join us for the screening of the documentary “Tapped” followed by a Panel Discussion.

The documentary and panel discussion will examine the issues of water as a basic human right, water privatisation/commercialisation and the environmental concerns associated with bottled and tap water.

Panelists:
–  Professor Ron Hofmann, Assistant Professor-Drinking Water Research Group, Civil Engineering
–  Niall Robertson, Acting Manager – Water Supply, Toronto Water
–  Tara Seucharan, Council of Canadians Toronto Chapter

!! Dinner will be provided !!

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Speaker: Samantha Vigrow – Human Resources Manager, R.V. Anderson Associates Limited

Date: March 18, 2011

Time: 12 – 1 pm

Location: GB303

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This seminar will provide guidelines for tailoring your resume, eliminating common mistakes and ensuring that your resume is short-listed.

!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!

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Date: March 23, 2011

Time: 1 – 2:30 pm

Location: i2C Room (2nd Floor, Galbraith Building)

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The use of ultraviolet (UV) to treat drinking water has become more prevalent since it was found to be effective to inactivate Cryptosporidium.   Although UV is a proven technology, there are some myths surrounding its use. This webcast provides basic information about UV and how it disinfects drinking water.  The regulations regarding the application of UV are examined to clarify CT calculations (C is the disinfectant concentration and T is the contact time) and Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (LT2ESWTR) disinfection credits.

Learning Objectives:

• Review the mechanisms and processes of UV disinfection.
• Identify the factors that affect compliance with disinfection regulations.
• Demonstrate some methods of optimising UV system operation and maintenance.

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