Explains sustainable wastewater management systems used in factories through land irrigation and soil treatment processes including environmental monitoring and operational compliance.
2 Days Technical Training Program (HRD Corp Claimable)
Fabian Fernandez is a Senior Mill Engineering professional with extensive experience in mill utilities, sustainability management, and industrial environmental systems within the palm oil industry. He has served in multiple engineering and management roles, progressing from operational engineering positions to leading the Sustainability and Engineering Departments in a publicly listed plantation organisation. His training combines technical knowledge, operational experience, and practical industry insights, providing participants with a relevant understanding of real mill operations. This follows your Navigator Technical Academy format and is suitable for HRD Corp submissions and client-facing schedules.
Navigator Technical Academy – Palm Oil Mill Technical Excellence Series
This schedule provides a brief outline of each module and key topics covered.
9:00 – 9:30 : Program Introduction
Overview of wastewater management practices in industrial operations and the role of land irrigation systems in achieving environmental compliance and sustainability.
9:30 – 10:30 : Module 1 – Fundamentals of Land Irrigation Systems
Brief Module Description
This module introduces the concept of land irrigation as a wastewater treatment method, explaining how soil acts as a natural treatment medium through physical, chemical, and biological processes.
10:30 – 10:45 : Morning Break
10:45 – 12:30 : Module 2 – Soil Permeability and Infiltration Behaviour
Brief Module Description
This module explains how water moves through soil, focusing on permeability and infiltration rates. Participants will understand how soil characteristics influence system design and performance.
12:30 – 1:30 : Lunch Break
1:30 – 3:00 : Module 3 – Types of Land Application Systems
Brief Module Description
This module introduces the different types of land application systems, including overland flow, low-rate, and high-rate systems. Participants will understand how each system is applied in industrial operations.
3:00 – 3:15 : Afternoon Break
3:15 – 5:00 : Module 4 – Nutrient Removal Processes in Soil Systems
Brief Module Description
This module explains how nutrients and contaminants are removed in soil systems, including biological and chemical processes that support wastewater treatment.
9:00 – 10:30 : Module 5 – Operational Challenges and Monitoring
Brief Module Description
This module focuses on common operational challenges, such as clogging and system inefficiencies. Participants will learn how monitoring helps maintain system performance.
10:30 – 10:45 : Morning Break
10:45 – 12:30 : Module 6 – Soil Testing and Field Assessment
Brief Module Description
This module introduces soil testing methods and field assessment techniques used to evaluate site suitability and system performance.
12:30 – 1:30 : Lunch Break
1:30 – 3:00 : Module 7 – Environmental Benefits and Limitations
Brief Module Description
This module discusses the advantages and limitations of land irrigation systems, including environmental benefits, land requirements, and operational constraints.
3:00 – 3:15 : Afternoon Break
3:15 – 5:00 : Module 8 – Practical Design and Operational Considerations
Brief Module Description
This module covers practical aspects of system design and operation, including loading rates, scheduling, and maintaining effective system performance.
| Month | Dates |
|---|---|
| April | 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 |
| May | 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 |
| June | 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 |
| July | 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 |
| August | 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 |
| September | 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 |
| October | 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 |
| November | 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 |
