Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
9266
Course Name
703C - Water Distribution System: Disinfection
Contact Hours
18.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water
Partner Name
California State University, Sacramento
Primary Contact
Jamie McCartney
wateroffice@owp.csus.edu
916-278-6142 Ext.
Website
Description
Operators taking this course will learn to identify various types of contaminants and contamination sources, and to identify and correct causes of water quality degradation in water mains and storage facilities. Operators will also study how to disinfect new and existing wells, pumps, mains, and storage facilities; calculate chlorine dosage; operate and maintain hypochlorinators and chlorinators; troubleshoot chlorination systems; and conduct a chlorine safety program.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
1.1 Water as a Limited Resource
1.2 The Water Supply System
1.3 Water Quality Standards
1.4 Water Quality in Distribution Systems
1.5 Contaminants and Their Sources
1.6 Protecting Water Quality Through O & M
1.7 Distribution System Operators
1.8 Math Assignment
5.1 Drinking Water Safety
5.2 Factors Influencing Disinfection
5.3 Disinfection Process
5.4 Points of Chlorine Application
5.5 Operation of Chlorination Equipment
5.6 Maintenance of Chlorination Equipment
Target Audience
The target audience for this course is the person interested in working in the water treatment field and wishing to prepare for certification license exams, to learn how to do the job safely and effectively, and/or to meet
educational needs for promotion.
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous