Constructed Wetlands - Introduction & Basic Concepts

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Constructed wetlands can be used as artificial wastewater treatment systems. This 2-hour interactive online course provides an introduction into constructed wetlands, their history, common misconceptions and some guidance on when to use constructed wetlands. Also, the basics of constructed wetlands, including ecology, botany, and fauna of constructed wetlands will be discussed. This course includes sections on ecological concerns, human health concerns, on-site applications, and an extensive list of frequently asked questions.

This course is based on guidance documents published by the Environmental Protection Agency and provide general information for non-technical individuals such as decision makers and stakeholders, along with design engineers.

This course includes a multiple-choice test at the end of each section. This course includes downloadable pdf files.

Vector Solutions has a long history of providing industry-specific content for its customers. While this course and its content remain accurate and functional within our systems, the look and feel may not match our more modern offerings.

Objectives SME Course Applies to

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the course, you will understand:

Differences between natural wetlands and constructed wetlands
Basics of the two different types of constructed wetlands
The four basic misconceptions about constructed wetlands that can lead to their inappropriate use or design
Types of communities where constructed wetlands could be useful
Risks involved in use of constructed wetlands
Basic plant ecology of constructed wetlands
The significance of the different plants likely to be present in a constructed wetland
Basics of plant nutrition and growth cycles for plants common in constructed wetlands
Problems presented by animals in constructed wetlands

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Mark Peterson, P.E., M.ASCE

Mr. Peterson has a BS and MS from Montana State University and more than 28 years of engineering experience in hydrology and hydraulics. He is currently a senior engineer with Kadrmas, Lee and Jackson and has worked extensively in both the private sector and in state government. He is licensed as a PE in MN, MT, ND, SD and WY. He was chairman of a three-person committee that re-wrote the Hydraulics Manual for the Montana Department of Transportation and authored the storm water regulations for subdivisions in Montana. He also teaches a two-day course on Introduction to Detention Pond Design for the American Society of Civil Engineers throughout the U.S.

State Licenses

Alaska

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Alabama

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AL - Wastewater Operator (General)

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Louisiana

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Maryland

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Michigan

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Minnesota

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Mississippi

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Nebraska

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Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.20 CEUs for this program

NE - Engineer (General)

Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.20 CEUs for this program

NE - Landscape Architect (General - Approved LA CES-2026)

New Hampshire

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New Jersey

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New Mexico

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Nevada

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New York

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NY - Geologist (General)

Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.2 CEUs for this program.

NY - Landscape Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare - Approved LA CES-2026)

Ohio

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Oklahoma

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Pennsylvania

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Puerto Rico

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South Carolina

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SC - Wastewater Operator (General)

South Dakota

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Tennessee

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Texas

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Virginia

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Washington

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West Virginia

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Wyoming

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Professional Organizations

American Institute of Professional Geologists - AIPG - Member (General)

American Society of Landscape Architects (LA CES) - ASLA - Member (Health, Safety & Welfare - Approved LA CES-2026)

California Water Environment Association - CWEA (General)