Public Health Engineering

The book Public Health Engineering, written as per the AICTE syllabus for Polytechnic and Diploma students, provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of essential topics related to water supply, sanitation, and waste management. It covers the sources and treatment of drinking water, distribution systems, and the parameters used to assess water quality. The book also explains wastewater management, including types of sewage, drainage systems, and various stages of sewage treatment. Additionally, it includes solid waste management techniques such as collection, disposal, composting, and sanitary landfilling. Special focus is given to rural and urban sanitation practices, low-cost sanitation systems, and their impact on public health. Overall, the book equips students with practical knowledge to plan, operate, and maintain essential public health engineering systems.