Course in Modern Methods for Treating Solid and Liquid Waste

In recent decades, the rapid increase in industrial activities, urban expansion, and agricultural production has led to a significant rise in the volume of solid and liquid waste, creating one of the most critical environmental challenges of our time. Improper handling and treatment of such waste not only results in severe pollution of water sources, air, and soil but also generates long-term health risks that affect both workers and communities at large. In addition, ineffective waste management creates economic burdens for municipalities and industries alike, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable and innovative solutions.
Against this background, Geneva Institute of Business Administration presents this specialized training program under the title “Modern Methods for Treating Solid and Liquid Waste”, which provides participants with up-to-date knowledge, innovative techniques, and practical frameworks for understanding integrated waste management systems. The program also emphasizes sustainable approaches that minimize environmental risks, improve resource efficiency, and ensure compliance with international standards.

Target Audience

• Municipal staff and government authorities responsible for waste collection and treatment, who seek to enhance their capabilities in applying modern techniques and technologies.

• Employees working in environmental service companies and recycling firms who are looking to expand their expertise in handling solid and liquid waste effectively.

• Engineers and technicians in industrial and agricultural sectors who deal directly with waste streams generated from production and operational processes.

• Specialists in public health and environmental sciences who aim to gain deeper insights into the latest technologies for minimizing health risks associated with waste.

• Administrative leaders and decision-makers responsible for designing and implementing policies and strategies for waste management and sustainable development.

Objectives

• Provide participants with comprehensive knowledge of the nature, characteristics, and sources of both solid and liquid waste generated across multiple sectors.

• Enable participants to identify and analyze the environmental and health problems caused by poor waste management and their long-term implications on society.

• Introduce participants to the most advanced and widely applied methods and technologies for the treatment of solid and liquid waste in line with international standards.

• Strengthen the ability of participants to apply integrated waste management approaches that reduce environmental damage while promoting sustainability.

• Enhance institutional capacity to design and adopt practical policies and strategies that focus on sustainable and environmentally sound waste treatment solutions.

Course Outline 

• Concept of Solid and Liquid Waste Management

  • Definition of solid and liquid waste and their main sources.

  • Key differences between different categories of waste.

  • Environmental and health impacts of untreated waste.

  • Importance of modern management practices in addressing challenges.

• Classification of Solid and Liquid Waste

  • Household, industrial, and agricultural solid waste.

  • Different sources of liquid waste.

  • Physical and chemical properties of waste materials.

  • Criteria for identifying hazardous and non-hazardous waste.

• Collection and Transportation of Solid Waste

  • Traditional and modern collection systems.

  • Internal and external transportation methods.

  • Equipment and vehicles used for waste transport.

  • Common mistakes in the collection and transportation process.

• Collection and Transportation of Liquid Waste

  • Sewerage systems and their operational models.

  • Tanker and pumping techniques for liquid waste.

  • Safety requirements during the transportation process.

  • Monitoring and control measures to prevent contamination.

• Treatment Methods for Solid Waste

  • Sanitary landfilling and its operational standards.

  • Incineration and its advanced applications.

  • Recycling and reuse of solid materials.

  • Biological treatment methods for reducing environmental harm.

• Treatment Methods for Liquid Waste

  • Physical treatment methods (sedimentation, filtration).

  • Chemical treatment methods (neutralization, precipitation).

  • Biological treatment methods (aerobic and anaerobic processes).

  • Advanced treatment for removing micro-pollutants.

• Modern Technologies for Solid Waste Management

  • Waste-to-energy through clean incineration.

  • Compaction and transformation technologies.

  • Automated and smart sorting systems.

  • Innovative thermal treatment techniques.

• Modern Technologies for Liquid Waste Management

  • Membrane bioreactor (MBR) systems.

  • Advanced membrane treatment technologies.

  • Use of ultraviolet light and ozone for disinfection.

  • Systems for reusing and recycling treated water.

• Legislation and Policies on Waste Management

  • National laws and regulations governing waste treatment.

  • International agreements and compliance frameworks.

  • Governmental roles in inspection and monitoring.

  • Institutional responsibilities toward society and the environment.

• Sustainable Management of Solid and Liquid Waste

  • Concept and applications of sustainable waste management.

  • Strategies for reducing waste generation at the source.

  • Recycling as a core component of sustainability.

  • Future solutions for addressing global waste challenges.