This course will provide students instruction in the operation and maintenance of treatment facilities, distribution and collection systems and is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in municipal water and/or wastewater services. Students will be introduced to the troubleshooting, maintenance and basic repairs that are typically encountered in water (treatment and distribution) and wastewater (treatment and collection) operations. Practical knowledge and skills will be gained in blueprint reading, basic electrical systems and safety, pumps for water systems, wastewater pumps, metering pumps and chemical feed systems, lift stations, distribution and collection system maintenance and repair. Principles of safety will be stressed throughout the course.
This course will provide students instruction in the operation and maintenance of treatment facilities, distribution and collection systems and is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in municipal water and/or wastewater services. Students will be introduced to the troubleshooting, maintenance and basic repairs that are typically encountered in water (treatment and distribution) and wastewater (treatment and collection) operations. Practical knowledge and skills will be gained in blueprint reading, basic electrical systems and safety, pumps for water systems, wastewater pumps, metering pumps and chemical feed systems, lift stations, distribution and collection system maintenance and repair. Principles of safety will be stressed throughout the course.
