An Intro to In Situ Treatment of Hazardous Soil

Course Description:

This discussion course discussions methods and technologies for treatment of contaminated soil in situ (without substantive excavation of the soil).

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Learn about biological treatment of organic contaminants
• Learn how biodegradation has been used for treatment of oily sludges and refinery
• Learn how tests must be made to determine if microorganisms are naturally occurring which will breakdown the target chemicals
• Learn which design criteria are the key factors for biodegradation