This document provides an introduction to membrane technology used in water production. It discusses what membranes are and some key advantages like energy savings, compact operation, and water reuse. It also reviews different membrane processes like microfiltration, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, and reverse osmosis. These processes are distinguished by the sizes of particles they can remove. The document also discusses parameters like flux, rejection rate, and concentration polarization. It reviews membrane materials, structures, configurations and modules. In summary, the document provides a comprehensive overview of membrane technology fundamentals and applications in water treatment.