WATR-WATER UTILITIES

WATR 120. Introduction to Water Systems - 3 cr.

Introduction to and theory of groundwater sources, production, treatment, and distribution.

WATR 130. Wastewater Collection and Basic Treatment Systems - 3 cr.

Introduction to wastewater characteristics, collection, and basic treatment operations.

WATR 135. Sludge Handling - 2 cr.

Survey of sludge processing units and disposal. Includes aerobic and anaerobic digestion, thickening, conditioning, dewatering, land applications, and ocean dumping. Overview of current sludge regulations.

WATR 140. Applied Water and Wastewater Math I - 3 cr.

Introduction to basic water and wastewater mathematics, flows through distribution networks and collection systems, and fundamentals of flow measurement. Prerequisite: CCDM 114N or equivalent.

WATR 160. Systems Maintenance - 4 cr. (2+4P)

Basic tools, equipment, maintenance schedules, chlorinator trouble-shooting, and chlorine safety. Hands-on training with valves, pumps, meters and chlorination equipment.

WATR 165. Backflow Prevention - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Theory of operation of backflow prevention devices and their application. Backflow devices including double check, reduced pressure, and pressure vacuum breakers will be tested for proper operation. Prerequisites: WATR 120 and WATR 140, or consent of instructor.

WATR 170. Confined Space Entry - 2 cr.

Regulations concerning confined spaces, identification of confined spaces and hazard identification. Hands-on use of SCBA, other entry equipment and atmospheric testing.

WATR 175. Programmable Logic Controllers - 2 cr.

This course will introduce students to electrical safety, theory, and the function, operations, programming and troubleshooting of the PLC controlling common electrical components utilized in control circuits associated with the water and wastewater industry. Restricted to: Community colleges.

WATR 180. Water Chemistry - 3 cr.

Basic chemistry with applications to water and wastewater analysis. Prerequisite: CCDM 114N or consent of instructor.

WATR 182. Water Chemistry Analysis - 1 cr. (3P)

Beginning water and wastewater laboratory analysis including gravimetric, volumetric, and quality control techniques. Prerequisite: CCDM 114N or equivalent or consent of instructor.

WATR 190. Water and Wastewater Microbiology - 3 cr.

Overview of microorganisms associated with water and wastewater. Growth and reproduction, energy production, and methods of counting. Prerequisite: WATR 130, WATR 180, or consent of instructor.

WATR 192. Water and Wastewater Microbiological Analysis - 1 cr. (3P)

Introduction to water and wastewater treatment operational tests such as BODs, solids testing, activated sludge control tests, use of microscope, and bacteriological techniques. Prerequisites: WATR 130 and WATR 182, or consent of instructor.

WATR 200. Cooperative Experience - 3-5 cr.

On-the-job training/work experience with municipalities or industries, working in water or wastewater treatment plants, high purity water plants, industrial waste plants, distribution systems, or wastewater collection systems. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 5 credits. Graded S/U.

WATR 220. Water Treatment Systems - 3 cr.

Theory of water systems operation including surface water treatment, fluoridation, sodium zeolite softening, corrosion control, iron removal, various filtration methods, and overview of SDWA. Prerequisites: WATR 180 and WATR 182 or consent of instructor.

WATR 222. Water Systems Operation - 1 cr. (3P)

Operations of various water treatment systems including surface water treatment, sodium zeolite softeners, and various filtration methods. Prerequisite: WATR 220 or consent of instructor.

WATR 230. Advanced Wastewater Treatment - 4 cr.

Calculations and operations involved in wastewater and water reclamation plants. Prerequisites: WATR 140, WATR 190, and WATR 192, or consent of instructor.

WATR 232. Wastewater Systems Operations - 1 cr. (3P)

Operation of pretreatment, primary, and biological treatment units. Prerequisite: WATR 230 or consent of instructor.

WATR 240. Advanced Water and Wastewater Math II - 3 cr. (2+2P)

Advanced water and wastewater mathematics. Flow measurement. Systems head and pump curves. Prerequisites: WATR 140.

WATR 250. Municipal Systems Management - 4 cr.

Management of water utility systems including laws, finance, records, and safety. Prerequisites: WATR 120, WATR 130.

WATR 255. Special Individualized Problems in Water Technology - 1-4 cr.

Individual studies in areas directly related to water technology. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

WATR 257. Industrial Pretreatment - 3 cr.

Industrial pretreatment regulations, program development and implementation, including correspondence, surveys and inspections. Overview of industrial wastewater treatment. Prerequisites: WATR 120, WATR 130.

WATR 270. Special Topics - 1-4 cr.

Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

WATR 275. Certification Review - 3 cr.

Review of water and wastewater plant operations and laws in preparation for state certification exams. Prerequisites: WATR 220, WATR 230, and WATR 240.

WATR 285. High Purity Water Treatment Systems - 3 cr.

Principles of high purity water production including microfiltration, ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis, and deionization. Prerequisite: WATR 220.

WATR 286. Advanced High Purity Water Systems Operation - 3 cr.

Operations of high purity water systems including ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis and deionization. Prerequisite: WATR 220. Corequisite: WATR 285.

WATR 287. Advanced Water Chemistry Analysis - 3 cr. (6P)

Sampling techniques, analysis, and evaluation of potable water contaminants using gravimetric, volumetric, spectrophotometric, and other instrumentation methods. Prerequisite: WATR 285 or consent of instructor.

WATR 290. Advanced Wastewater Microbiology and Chemistry - 3 cr.

Covers NPDES permits and DMR calculations and reporting; 503 sludge regs, including pathogen and vector attraction reduction and pollutants; wetlands, composting, and wastewater treatment ponds microbiology; activated sludge bulking and foaming microbiology and treatment; and use of selector to remove nutrients and prevent the growth of filamentous bacteria. Prerequisite: WATR 190, WATR 192.

WATR 292. Advanced Wastewater Analysis - 3 cr. (6P)

Covers sampling techniques, analysis, and evaluation of wastewater contaminants using gravimetric, volumetric, spectrophotometric, and other instrumentation methods. Prerequisite: WATR 190 and WATR 192.