Wastewater Collection 1

Course Overview

This initial course introduces operators to key concepts in the field of wastewater collection and broadens an operator’s knowledge of system fundamentals.

You should take this course if you are:

• Wanting to understand more, or entering into a role where you will be dealing with wastewater collection.
• In a role that requires an understanding of how wastewater collection systems work, or maintaining a facility classified as a wastewater collection (WWC1) facility.
• An operator who wishes to prepare for level 1 EOCP certification, or that wants to earn CEU credits that can be applied to water or wastewater systems continuing education requirements.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing Wastewater Collection 1, you will be able to:

• Understand wastewater collection systems and have an understanding of both the operation and maintenance of related equipment, including cleaning equipment, inspection equipment, safety equipment, valves, pumps, etc.
• Understand the maintenance and restoration of the wastewater collection system including cleaning, rehabilitating and repairing the collection system.
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust collection systems including an understanding of aeration, cross connections, infiltration, force mains, gravity sewers, lift stations, manholes, etc.
• Understand how to perform certain security, safety and administrative procedures including administering a safety/compliance program, developing operation and maintenance plans, maintaining records, performing workplace safety evaluations, etc.

Certification Information

Certifications and exams are administered by the Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) – please contact them for more information or to register for an exam.

CEUs

This course provides:

• 2.4 core CEUs for small wastewater systems and wastewater collection (SWWS & WWC) EOCP certifications.
• Related CEUs for small water systems, wastewater treatment, water distribution, and water treatment (SWS, WWT, WD & WT) EOCP certifications.