Drinking Water Operator Class 1 Exam Prep
This class will review all the concepts relative to water treatment. We will review some of the course materials from the Class 3 and Class 2 with a focus on more advanced concepts of the highest certification level. No handouts for this course, so detailed note taking will be required.
Description
CE POINTS: 0 (No points available for this course)
COURSE DURATION: 6 Hours
SUMMARY: This class will review all the concepts relative to water treatment. We will review some of the course materials from the Class 3 and Class 2 with a focus on more advanced concepts of the highest certification level. No handouts for this course, so detailed note taking will be required.
MAJOR TOPICS:
- Water Sources & Characteristics
- Aeration, Chemical Oxidation, & Taste & Odor Control
- Water Quality, Sampling, & Analysis
- Coagulation/Flocculation processes with Jar Testing
- Filter Optimization including green sand, ion exchange, membranes & PAC/GAC
- Disinfection to include Chlorination, UV, & Ozone
- Distribution Systems Overview
- Fluoridation
- Preliminary Treatment Chemicals & Water Shed management
- Water supply management to mitigate/reduce DBP production and TOC reduction.
- Asset management including Pump & Motor troubleshooting
- Administrative Safety/Security
- Advanced operator math