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    Description
    After completion of this two-day course, learners will be able to explain emissions control techniques for specific pollutants.

    The following topics are covered in this course:

    • Control of power plant emissions
    • Control of oxides of nitrogen
    • Control of particulate emissions and ammonia slip
    • Introduction of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
    • Introduction of VOC control
    • Introduction to control of particulate matter (PM)
    • Cyclones and baghouses
    • Electrostatic precipitators (ESPs) and scrubbers
    • Particulate filters and gas-fired internal combustion (IC) engine controls
    Who Should Attend
    This is a foundational-level course intended for new hires within state, local, and tribal air agencies.
    Leaning Objectives
    This course provides an overview of emissions control techniques for specific air pollutants of concern.
    Pre-Requisites
    Foundation courses
    Classroom Requirements
    Limited to 30 participants
    History of Changes
    Updated from EPA 06/13/2023
    Course ID
    EPA 7
    Course Number
    BASC107-CI: Theory and Application of Air Pollution Control Devices (formerly NACT 299)
    Length
    2 days
    MJO-EPA Supported
    EPA Supported
    Display
    yes
    Status
    active
    Curriculum
    Air Pollution Basics