Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
281
Course Name
Math Refresher for Water / Wastewater Operators
Contact Hours
6.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Rutgers University - NJ Agricultural Experiment Station Office of Continuing Professional Education
Primary Contact
Judith Joshua
judith.joshua@rutgers.edu
848-932-7483 Ext.
Website
Description
Operations personnel face math problems on the job every day. This course is designed to build confidence in the understanding of basic mathematics and problem solving. In a relaxed setting, students are encouraged to draw on workplace experience and common sense to improve their basic math skills and to learn to solve math-related problems that occur daily in the workplace.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
Students will learn how to use formulas and will complete practice problems in the following:
* Addition and subtraction
* Multiplication and division
* Area / volume calculations
* Metric conversions
* Percentages / graphs
* Weight / volume relationships
* Velocity and flow rate calculations / conversions
* Afternoon breakout sessions will concentrate on water or wastewater problems
Target Audience
Water and wastewater treatment plant personnel, public work employees and anyone preparing for a water or wastewater licensing exam.
Training Format
Classroom