Drinking Water Training for Tribes and Tribal Operators
This website presents a list of training opportunities that may be of interest to Tribes and Tribal operators. Click on your region (or regions near you) below to learn about training opportunities that are available in the upcoming months. Also, click on Online/Correspondence Training Opportunities for a summary of online opportunities available nationwide. If you are a certified operator, check with the organization that certified you to make sure the training you select counts toward your Continuing Education Units. This list includes trainings that are not sponsored by EPA and may have fees associated with them.
There may be training opportunities available that are not listed here. If you are sponsoring an upcoming training event and would like to see it listed here, please email betanzo.elin@epa.gov with the course title, dates, location, website and a short description. This website is updated quarterly.
Online/Correspondence Training Opportunities
Region 1
Region 2
Region 4
Region 5
Region 6
Region 7
Region 8
Region 9
Region 10
Online/Correspondence Training Opportunities
Water/Wastewater Distance Learning
Courses are available online. For more information contact Rosa-lee Moore, Water Program Advisor, Instructor and Website Technician, at 276-523-2400, ext. 364 or visit http://wateredu.com/.
Technical Assistance Network
The Technical Assistance Network provides links to various trainings across the country. For more information visit http://www.tacnet.info/getresultsall.asp?mnuCategory=training.
Small Utility Board Training
This course is designed to help water board members and elected officials understand the basic principles of public water system regulation, operation, planning, budgeting and communication. Videos, animations and interactive documents provide new board members with tools and experience to hit the ground running.
For more information contact watercenter@montana.edu or visit http://watercenter.montana.edu/training/default.htm
AWWA Online Institute
This web-based training consists of more than 35 self-paced courses in water operations. For more information, contact the American Water Works Association at (800) 926-7337 or visit http://www.awwa.org/Conferences/learning.cfm?ItemNumber=3416&navItemNumber=3415
AWWA Online Institute
This web-based training consists of more than 35 self-paced courses in water operations. For more information, contact the American Water Works Association at (800) 926-7337 or visit http://www.awwa.org/Conferences/learning.cfm?ItemNumber=3416&navItemNumber=3415
Online Operator Training
Courses in membrane technology, water analysis, distribution, and treatment are offered. For more information, contact The Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association at (866) 923-3600 or visit http://rmwea.360water.com/
360Water.com
For more information, contact 360Water.com at (614) 485-1754 or visit http://www.360water.com/
The Center for Training, Research and Education for Environmental Occupations
The Center provides online courses in disinfection, fluoridation, and other drinking water topics. For more information, contact the Center for Training, Research and Education for Environmental Occupations at (352) 392-9570 or visit http://www.treeo.ufl.edu/water/
Technical Learning College
Technical Learning College offers continuing education to maintain licenses or certifications. For more information, contact TLC at (480) 705-9315 or visit
http://www.tlch2o.com/Nat_CEU_Courses.htm
Tennessee Association of Utility Districts Online Trainings
TAUD offers a number of training courses. For more information about the online courses contact TAUD at (615) 896-9022, email JohnShadwick@taud.org, or visit http://taud.org/OnLineTraining.htm.
Red Vector
Online training provider. For more information visit www.redvector.com/LMS20/Account/Order/ShopCart/CourseCatalog.aspx and select “Water, Wastewater & Stormwater” from the “Category” menu to see relevant courses.
CEU Plan Online Water Treatment Training
CEU Plan is an online training program. For more information visit www.ceuplan.com/
CSU Online Courses
All courses are computer-based, delivered over the internet, and include lessons, readings, video clips, animated illustrations, student exercises, and on-line exams. For more information, contact CSU Sacramento Office of Water Programs at (916) 278-6142 or visit
http://www.owp.csus.edu/training/onlinecourses.php
Homestudy Basic Water Operations
These courses are designed for new employees working with water systems and involved in the production or distribution of potable water. For more information, contact the Texas Engineering Extension Service at (979) 458-6800 or visit http://www.teex.com/teex.cfm?pageid=training&templateid=14&area=teex&browse=16 course number WWW400.
RWAU Online Courses
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at (801) 756-5123 or visit http://www.rwau.net/onlinetraining.html
National Environmental Training Center for Small Communities
Assisting small communities by providing training and training-related information and referral services in the areas of wastewater and drinking water. For more information call (800) 624-8301, e-mail info@mail.nesc.wvu.edu or visit. http://www.nesc.wvu.edu/netcsc/netcsc_catalog.htm
April 8, 2008
Capital Improvement Plans
Internet-based, 1.5-hour workshop. For more information contact the contact Brian Phillips, RCAC, at 707/489-6994 or by e-mail at: bphillips@rcac.org or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
April 9, 2008
Capital Improvement Plans
Internet-based, 1.5-hour workshop. For more information contact the contact Brian Phillips, RCAC, at 707/489-6994 or by e-mail at: bphillips@rcac.org or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
May 6, 2008
Budgets for Small Water Systems
Internet-based, 1.5-hour workshop. For more information contact the contact Brian Phillips, RCAC, at 707/489-6994 or by e-mail at: bphillips@rcac.org or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
May 7, 2008
Budgets for Small Water Systems
Internet-based, 1.5-hour workshop. For more information contact the contact Brian Phillips, RCAC, at 707/489-6994 or by e-mail at: bphillips@rcac.org or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
June 10
Rate Setting for Small Water Systems
Internet-based, 1.5-hour workshop. For more information contact the contact Brian Phillips, RCAC, at 707/489-6994 or by e-mail at: bphillips@rcac.org or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
June 11, 2008
Rate Setting for Small Water Systems
Internet-based, 1.5-hour workshop. For more information contact the contact Brian Phillips, RCAC, at 707/489-6994 or by e-mail at: bphillips@rcac.org or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
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Region 1
March 5, 2008
Basic Electricity for Operators
Groton, CT
Participants will learn about AV and DC electricity, electrical safety, lockout-tagout, trouble-shooting circuits, using electrical test devices and print reading.
For more information, contact the Atlantic States Rural Water & Wastewater Association at (860) 889-6373, or online: http://www.asrwwa.org/training/sessions.shtml
March 12, 2008
Well System Operation & Maintenance
New London, CT
This course is designed for owners and operators of public water system wishing to add to their knowledge of well operation and rehabilitation. The course will explain how to determine well yield and monitor well performances over time to develop a maintenance program. The importance of proper well development and development techniques will be reviewed. Lastly, the class will discuss well re-development techniques such as hydrofracking, acid cleaning and other applications.
For more information, contact the Atlantic States Rural Water & Wastewater Association at (860) 889-6373, or online: http://www.asrwwa.org/training/sessions.shtml
March 26, 2008
Confined Space Awareness
Meriden, CT
This course is designed for water and wastewater personnel that work in or around confined spaces. The course will review the regulatory requirements of a confined space program, as well as the tools and equipment used for entry into Permit Required Confined Space.
For more information, contact the Atlantic States Rural Water & Wastewater Association at (860) 889-6373, or online: http://www.asrwwa.org/training/sessions.shtml
Region 2
Ongoing
New York State Operator Certification: Initial Certification and Renewal Courses
This website summarizes training opportunities from multiple different training providers in region 2:
http://www.health.state.ny.us/environmental/water/drinking/operate/training.htm
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Region 4
March 3, 2008
Groundwater School
Brownsville, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
March 4, 2008
Groundwater School
Humboldt, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
March 4, 2008
Class IV Water
Dawson, GA
For more information, contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at (770) 358-0221, or online: http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf
March 10, 2008
Exam Review - Water
Dawson, GA
For more information, contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at (770) 358-0221, or online: http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf
March 17-20, 2008
Distribution System Operation & Maintenance
Braselton, GA
For more information, contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at (770) 358-0221, or online: http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf
March 19 2008
Controlling Disinfection Byproducts
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
March 25 or March 26, 2008
Sampling Training for Groundwater
Gainesville, FL
This one-day course teaches the basic concepts and techniques for scientifically valid field sampling, as outlined in DEP's Standard Operating Procedures. Planning, documentation, quality control, equipment considerations, and actual sampling procedures for surface water, wastewater, and groundwater are covered.
For more information, contact the Center for Training, Research and Education for Environmental Occupations at (352) 392-9570, or online: http://www.treeo.ufl.edu/course.aspx?p=11&c=2314
March 25-27, 2008
Advanced Water II
Gainesville, GA
For more information, contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at (770) 358-0221, or online: http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf
March 26, 2007
Water Main Disinfection
Lawrenceburg, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
March 27 2008
Controlling Disinfection Byproducts
Lawrenceburg, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
March 28, 2008
Pump Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Statham, GA
For more information, contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at (770) 358-0221, or online: http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf
April 1, 2008
Water Main Disinfection
Gray Commons, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 2, 2008
Controlling Disinfection Byproducts
Gray Commons, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 7, 2008
Confined Space Entry & Program Dev.
Macon, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
April 8, 2008
Cross Connection Renewal Workshop
TAUD Training Station, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 8 – 9, 2008
Applied Utilities Math
Braselton, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
April 8 -10, 2008
Water and Waste Water Utilities Management & Supervision
Fort Valley, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
April 9, 2008
Basic Cross Connection Workshop
TAUD Training Station, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 14 - 18
Basic Water
Statesboro, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
April 15, 2008
Water Main Disinfection
Knoxville, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 16, 2008
Controlling Disinfection Byproducts
Knoxville, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 24, 2008
Line Location and Leak Detection
TAUD Training Station, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
April 28 - May 1, 2008
Distribution System Operation & Maintenance
Atlanta, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
April 28 - May 2, 2008
Backflow Testers’ Training
Covington, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
May 1 – 2, 2008
Backflow Recertification Review
Covington, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
May 6, 2008
Water Main Disinfection
Cookeville, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
May 7, 2008
Controlling Disinfection Byproducts
Cookeville, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
May 7, 2008
Trench/Excavation Safety Training
TAUD Training Station, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
May 13 – 15, 2008
Advanced Water I
Barnesville, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
May 14, 2008
Using Chemical Oxidants
Lebanon, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
May 23, 2008
Water and Waste Water Facility & Lab Safety
Barnesville, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
June 2 – 6, 2008
Basic Water
Ellijay, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
June 11, 2008
Class IV Water
Barnesville, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
June 17, 2008
Cross Connection Renewal Workshop
TAUD Training Station, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp.
June 17 – 19, 2008
Advanced Water
Barnesville, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
June 18, 2008
Basic Cross Connection Workshop
TAUD Training Station, TN
For more information contact the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at 615-896-9022 or visit http://taud.org/currentevents.asp
June 23 - 26
Water Laboratory for Analysts & Operators
Henry County, GA
For more information contact the Georgia Rural Water Association at 770-358-0221 or visit http://grwa.org/pdf/glance_2008.pdf.
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Region 5
NTEC Water Program
The USDA RUS NTEC Water program provides technical assistance and training to tribal public drinking water systems in the following states Alaska, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, California, Nevada and Utah, Wisconsin and New Mexico. NTEC also provides services to Navajo chapters, coordinated with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency from the New Mexico, California/Nevada and Utah regions. For more information contact Ron Thomson, NTEC Water Program Director at 916-208-0070 or visit the NTEC website at www.ntec.org.
Vermilion Community College - Small Systems Water Training
Ely, MN
VCC's Water Resources program offers science-based, entry level skill training. For more information contact Mary Klein at VCC at 800-657-3609, 218-365-2247, m.klein@vcc.edu or visit http://www.vcc.edu/.
St. Cloud Technical College - Small Systems Water Training
St. Cloud, MN
For more information contact Leah Terwey 320-308-5213, LTerwey@sctc.edu or visit http://www.sctc.edu/cgi-bin/catalog/showCourses.pl?subj=WETT&ref=descriptions.
April 2, 2008
Operations for Nonmunicipal Systems
Sturgeon Lake, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
April 2, 2008
Southwest Water Operators School
Redwood Falls, MN
For more information contact John Blomme at 507-537-7308, john.blomme@health.state.mn.us, or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
April 9, 2008
Water O&M
Elbow Lake, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
April 22, 2008
Operations for Non-municipal Systems
Shakopee, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
April 14-16, 2008
Metro Water Operators School
Brooklyn Center, MN
For more information contact the Jeanette Boothe at
651-201-4697 at jeanette.boothe@health.state.mn.us or visit http://mnawwa.org/operator_training/metro.html
April 23, 2008
Water O&M
Waconia, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
April 29, 2008
Customer Service Workshop
Columbus, OH
For more information contact OCTO at 614-268-6826, otco@ohiowater.org or visit http://ohiowater.org/otco/downloads/training/Microsoft%20Word%20-%20Dates%20of%20the%20workshops%20for%202008%202009%202010.pdf
April 29, 2008
Class E Small Public Water Systems
Detroit Lakes, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
May 7, 2008
Water O&M
Edgerton, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
May 14-16, 2008
Northeast Water Operators School
Ely, MN
For more information contact the Jeanette Boothe at
651-201-4697 at jeanette.boothe@health.state.mn.us or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
June 4, 2008
Water O&M
Litchfield, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
June 5, 2008
Class E Small Public Water Systems
St. Peter, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
June 11-13, 2008
Central Water Operators School
Deerwood, MN
For more information contact the Lyle Stai at
320-212-8590, water@wmu.willmar.mn.us or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
June 18, 2008
Water O&M
Wahkon, MN
For more information contact the Minnesota Rural Water Association
at 218-685-5197, mrwa@mrwa.com or visit http://mrwa.com/trainingcalendar.htm#MRWA_Water_Training.
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Region 6
NTEC Water Program
The USDA RUS NTEC Water program provides technical assistance and training to tribal public drinking water systems in the following states Alaska, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, California, Nevada and Utah, Wisconsin and New Mexico. NTEC also provides services to Navajo chapters, coordinated with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency from the New Mexico, California/Nevada and Utah regions. For more information contact Ron Thomson, NTEC Water Program Director at 916-208-0070 or visit the NTEC website at www.ntec.org.
Texas Engineering Extension Service
Offers a variety of water courses. For more information contact the Texas Engineering Extension Service at 877-833-9638, 979-458-6800 or visit
http://teex.com/teex.cfm?pageid=training&templateid=14&area=teex&browse=16
March 24-28, 2008
Water Technology
Bryan, TX
Description:
You will learn about pumps and motors and the construction, development, maintenance and location of wells.
For more information, contact the Texas Engineering Extension Service at (979) 458-6800 or online: http://www.teex.com/teex.cfm?pageid=training&templateid=14&area=teex&browse=16
April 18-19, 2008
Financial Management: Budget & Introduction to Rate Setting (basic level)
Albuquerque, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
April 18-19
Financial Management (advanced level)
Albuquerque, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
May 2-3, 2008
Financial Management (advanced level)
Las Cruces, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
May 2-3, 2008
The Art of Running Board Meetings to Get to Decision-Making (basic level)
Las Cruces, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
May 2-3, 2008
Asset Management (advanced level)
Las Cruces, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
May 6-8, 2008
Electrical Controls
Gallup, NM
Description:
This course provides operational knowledge of basic electrical concepts and exposure to common electrical components used in water and sewer utility control systems. In this course, operators learn to use electrical meters and apply elementary trouble shooting techniques while constructing and testing actual pump control panels. This course relies heavily on hands-on activities and classroom participation.
http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=class&clID=217&qs=module%3Dclasses%26catID%3D6
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Region 7
Environmental Resource Center at Crowder College
Missouri
The Environmental Resource Center is a Missouri State Training Center for the training of personnel involved in the operation, maintenance and management of water quality facilities. For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html
March 11-12, 2008
Disinfection Through Chlorination
Colby, KS
For more information, contact the Salina Area Technical School at (800) 466-7989 or online: www.salinatech.com/environmentaltech.htm.
March 11-12, 2008
Filter Profiling & Assessments
Salina, KS
For more information, contact the Salina Area Technical School at (800) 466-7989 or online: www.salinatech.com/environmentaltech.htm.
April 8-9, 2008
EWT 2053 461 Pumps and Pumping Systems
Fort Scott WW Plant, KS
For more information contact Fort Scott Community College at 1-800-TRI-FSCC or visit http://fortscott.edu/academics/programs/ewt/workshops.asp
April 23 & 24, 2008
Distribution Hydraulic Pumping Control
10 Locust Street, Independence, KS
For more information contact Fort Scott Community College at 1-800-TRI-FSCC or visit http://fortscott.edu/academics/programs/ewt/workshops.asp
May 13-14, 2008
Pump & Motor Maintenance
Rich Hill, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
May 19, 2008
Chlorine Leak Overview
Neosho, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
May 27-28, 2008
Pump & Motor Maintenance
Pacific, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
June 3-4, 2008
Small Water Systems
Macon, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
June 9-13, 2008
Water Treatment Short School
Neosho, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
June 18-19, 2008
Water Distribution Systems
Neosho, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
June 24-25, 2008
Water Distribution Systems
Marshall, MO
For more information call 800-848-8726, email asweet@crowder.edu or visit http://erc.crowder.edu/offcampus.html.
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Region 8
NTEC Water Program
The USDA RUS NTEC Water program provides technical assistance and training to tribal public drinking water systems in the following states Alaska, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, California, Nevada and Utah, Wisconsin and New Mexico. NTEC also provides services to Navajo chapters, coordinated with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency from the New Mexico, California/Nevada and Utah regions. For more information contact Ron Thomson, NTEC Water Program Director at 916-208-0070 or visit the NTEC website at www.ntec.org.
January 1 – March 30, 2008
Metering Training (Tracking Only)
Location:TBD
Metering trainings is advised for all HHS personnel dealing with utility metering specification, design, installation, data collection or maintenance of meters.
For additional information, contact Environmental Health Support Center at (505) 248-4258 or through the website at http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=classes&catID=0
April 1-3, 2008
Op Cert Review – Wtr Only
Orem, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123, email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
April 2, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Basement Mills Town Hall, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 2-4, 2008
16th Annual Spring School
Billings, MT
An annual two and a half day training session designed for both entry-level and experienced operators and managers. An array of topics range from wells and lagoons to process control of water treatment and activated sludge facilities. Preventive Maintenance, safety, and current regulations are other examples of topics to be covered. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
April 2-4, 2008
MWRS Operator Certification Review Sessions
Billings, MT
Operator Certification Sessions help prepare the operator for all levels of the certification exams. These sessions are only for review, clarification, and to help prepare the operator for the exams. All areas will be covered including terms, regulations, treatment, distribution, wastewater, etc. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
April 4-5
Certification Review and Exam
Rifle, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
April 8, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Teton Village, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 8-10, 2008
Op Cert Review – Wtr Only
Richfield, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123, email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
April 8-10, 2008
Water Distribution
Sioux Falls, SD
This hands-on course teaches operators repair techniques and operating characteristics of common water and sewer equipment including valves, hydrants, piping, and pressure regulators. By working on actual utility equipment, operators are provided the skills to perform maintenance and repairs in an efficient, cost-effective manner. For more information contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services at505-248-4258 or visit the Environmental Health Support Center Web site at http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=class&clID=200&qs=module%3Dclasses%26startrow%3D51.
April 9, 2008
Hydrants, CL2 Monitoring, Disinfection, CCRs
Moab, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123, email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
April 7-12, 2008
CCC and Backflow Prevention
Pueblo West, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
April 10, 2008
Safety and Security for Water and Wastewater
Sterling, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
April 10, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Lyman, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 8, 2008 & April 10, 2008
Small System Sampling, Monitoring, & CCR
Sidney, MT & Mles City, MT
This session increases small system operator knowledge on water sampling, what to do with a coliform positive sample, regular monitoring for compliance periods, and how to sample for all contaminants. Additionally, training is provided on how to complete a system Consumer Confidence Report. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
April 15, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Sinclair, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 15-17, 2008
Pumps and Pumping
Casper College, WY
This workshop is designed to provide a basic understanding of centrifugal pump operation and maintenance. Topics covered include pump theory, types and components packing and mechanical seals, pump piping, and pump hydraulics.
For more information, contract the Casper College at (800) 442-2963 or online: http://nw4.caspercollege.edu/adultstudents/programs/trades/environ/water_.quality.html
April 15, 16, & 17, 2008
MRWS Glacier Park & Small System Operator Training
West Glacier, MT
A variety of topics will be covered that relate to small systems, both ground & surface water. This is beneficial to all operators, both water and wastewater. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
April 17, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Lander, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 17, 2008
DDW Website, Contamination CD/Disinfection By-Products/X-Connection 101
St. George, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123 or email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
April 18-19, 2008
The Art of Running Board Meetings to Get to Decision-Making (basic level)
Albuquerque, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
April 21-26, 2008
Backflow Prevention Assembly Backflow Assembly Repair Course
Tester’s & Refresher Course
Great Falls, MT
This 5-day course plus a 6th day (Saturday) for ABPA Certification Exam will be comprised of lectures and guided exercises in wet lab that provides understanding of the field testing methods. Various types of cross-connections will be discussed. Certification (ABPA) requirements include successful passing of both the written and performance examinations. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
April 29-30, 2008
Backflow Assembly Repair Course
Great Falls, MT
The 5-day refresher training session will be combined with the Basic Course above and is designed for those already certified as Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers needing certification renewal (every 3 years). It will include a review of the testing procedures on the RP, DC, PVB, and SVB. There will be testing procedures on the Spill-Resistant Pressure Vacuum Breaker (SVB). Recertification (ABPA) requirements include successful passing of both the refresher written and performance examinations. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
April 22-26, 2008
Certification Review
Pueblo West, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php
April 23, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Cheyenne, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 25, 2008
Trinidad Water Distribution Seminar
Trinidad, Colorado
For more information contact the Rocky Mountain Section of AWWA at 720-859-4338 or visit http://rmsawwa.net/.
April 29, 2008
Exam Preparation Math
Sundance City Hall, WY
This Exam Preparation Math Class teaches about dimensional analysis, geometry, algebra, temperature, detention time, overflow rates, chlorination math, density, specific gravity, force, pressure, efficiency, horsepower, energy consumption, flow, velocity. This class is designed for those who are taking their certification exams as well as those who are looking to improve their math skills. For more information contact the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems at 307-436-8636, warws@warws.com or visit http://warws.com/trainoffered.htm.
April 29-May 1, 2008
Surface Water Treatment Workshop
Moorhead, MN
For more information contact the South Dakota Section of the American Water Works Association at 605-216-6149, email sdawwa@yahoo.com or visit http://sio.midco.net/sdawwa.website/Calendar.htm.
May 1, 2008
Safety and Security for Water and Wastewater
Durango, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
May 5-10, 2008
CCC and Backflow Prevention
Meeker, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
May 6, 2008
Small System Sampling, Monitoring, & CCR
Eureka, MT & Thompson Falls, MT
This session is to increase small system operator knowledge on water sampling, what to do with a coliform positive sample, regular monitoring for compliance periods, and how to sample for all contaminants. Additionally, will provide training on how to complete a system Consumer Confidence Report. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
May 7, 2008
Stage 2 DBP/LT2 ESWTR Rules, DDW Website/Resources, X-Connection 101
Ogden, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123 or email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
May 7, 2008
Sampling, Monitoring and Laboratory Practices for Water and Wastewater Operators
Helena, MT
This one-day seminar is intended to help current MPDES & Water Treatment Plant permit holders maintain compliance with current permit requirements. Sessions will include laboratory QA/QC practices, sampling programs, developing water quality standards, TMDLs, surface and ground water permit requirements, and other related topics. This training is for WWTP & WTP facilities with laboratory personnel, along with lab staff from state or private testing labs to learn how to maintain compliance with federally mandated test requirements. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
May 8, 2008
Small System Sampling, Monitoring, & CCR
Eureka, MT & Thompson Falls, MT
This session is to increase small system operator knowledge on water sampling, what to do with a coliform positive sample, regular monitoring for compliance periods, and how to sample for all contaminants. Additionally, will provide training on how to complete a system Consumer Confidence Report. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
May 8, 2008
Hydrants, Valves, Waterworks Brass
Craig, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
May 14, 2008
Disinfection, Source Protection
Park City, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123 or email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
May 15, 2008
Safety and Security for Water and Wastewater
Trinidad, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
May 21-22, 2008
12th Annual Summer School
Helena, MT
This school is for certified water and wastewater operators and those planning to take certification exams for Class 4 & 5 Water and Class 3 & 4 Wastewater. A day long session will be included for DUAL Continuing Education Credits. The evening session will be devoted to small system well water treatment topics and regulations (accommodates Class 5 certified operators). The next morning will stress wastewater treatment topics and regulations. There will be local on-site water and wastewater system tours in the afternoon for those earning CECs. Water Sector Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS)Training will also be presented as a separate day long track in addition to the normal Summer School. A concurrent MRWS Exam Prep session will be available. The Certification exam takes place on the 23rd. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
May 21-22, 2008
MWRS Operator Certification Review Sessions
Helena, MT
The Operator Certification Sessions help prepare the operator for all levels of the certification exams. These sessions are only for review, clarification, and to help prepare the operator for the exams. All areas will be covered including terms, regulations, treatment, distribution, etc. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
May 22, 2008
Electrical Drives, Motors, Controls
Ft. Morgan, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
May 27 & 29, 2008
MRWS Drinking Water Rules & Regulations
Great Falls, MT & Havre, MT
The goal of this training session is to present an overview of many of these rules & regulations in a manner that is more understandable. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
June 2-7, 2008
CCC and Backflow Prevention
Cortez, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
June 4, 2008
Rules/Regs, Sampling Plan, X-Connection 101
Richfield, UT
For more information contact the Rural Water Association of Utah at 801-756-5123 or email Ellen Copfer at ecopfer@rwau.net or visit http://www.rwau.net/training.html.
June 12, 2008
Hydrants/Valves/Waterworks Brass
Motrose, CO
For more information contact the Colorado Rural Water Association at 719-545-6748, email craw@comcast.net or visit http://crwa.net/crwa/docs/training/trainingsched.php.
June 20-21, 2008
Financial Management (advanced level)
Cloudcroft, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
June 20-21, 2008
The Art of Running Board Meetings to Get to Decision-Making (basic level)
Cloudcroft, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
June 20-21, 2008
Asset Management (advanced level)
Cloudcroft, NM
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/doc.aspx?58.
June 24-26, 2008
METC Cross Connection Specialist Course
Helena, MT
This three day seminar provides familiarization with all aspects of Cross Connection and Backflow problems with water distribution systems either commercial or home applications. Topics will include: backflow mechanism, definition of cross connection, causes of backflow, backflow control, hazard classification and control, methods of backflow control and maintenance and testing procedures. Provides a basic understanding the basic components of a Cross Connection Program for water utilities and distribution systems. For more information contact the Montana Environmental Training Center at 406-265-3763, metc@msun.edu or visit http://mrws.org/trainingstuff/2008TrainingCalander.pdf.
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Intertribal Council of Arizona Tribal Water Systems Work Group
The Tribal Water Systems Program offers Operator Certification Training and Examinations and other training classes for skill development. For more information on the Tribal Water Systems Work Groupcontact Deborah Patton, Water Quality Program Administrator or Elaine Wilson, Environmental Quality Programs Director at (602) 258-4822 or visit http://www.itcaonline.com/tws/trainingevents.html
University of Southern California Foundation for Cross Connection Control and Hydaulic Research
University of Southern California offers training courses and certification. For more information visit http://www.usc.edu/dept/fccchr/education.html.
NTEC Water Program
The USDA RUS NTEC Water program provides technical assistance and training to tribal public drinking water systems in the following states Alaska, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, California, Nevada and Utah, Wisconsin and New Mexico. NTEC also provides services to Navajo chapters, coordinated with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency from the New Mexico, California/Nevada and Utah regions. For more information contact Ron Thomson, NTEC Water Program Director at 916-208-0070 or visit the NTEC website at www.ntec.org.
March 5-6, 2008
Distribution Certification Review D1 - D2
Reno, NV
For more information, contact the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association at: (909) 481-7200, or online: http://ca-nv-awwa.org/CA-NV/calendar/
March 5-6, 2008
Water Treatment Operator Certification Review for T1 and T2
Reno, NV
For more information, contact the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association at: (909) 481-7200, or online: http://ca-nv-awwa.org/CA-NV/calendar/
March 5, to May 7, 2008
Introduction to Water Distribution
El Segundo, CA
For more information, contact the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association at: (909) 481-7200, or online: http://ca-nv-awwa.org/CA-NV/calendar/
March 18, 2008
Specialty Workshop: Filter Optimization
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
For more information, contact the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association at: (909) 481-7200, or online: http://ca-nv-awwa.org/CA-NV/calendar/
March 21, 2008
Backflow Refresher
Sacramento, CA
For more information, contact the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association at: (909) 481-7200, or online: http://ca-nv-awwa.org/CA-NV/calendar/
March 24, to March 28, 2008
Backflow Course
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
For more information, contact the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association at: (909) 481-7200, or online: http://ca-nv-awwa.org/CA-NV/calendar/
March 31-April 4, 2008
Pumps & Controls for Engineers
Phoenix, AZ
This course is intended to provide engineering personnel with basic skills necessary to design and construct water and wastewater pumping facilities.
For additional information, contact Environmental Health Support Center at (505) 248-4258 or through the website at http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=classes&catID=0
April 2, 2008
CalTAP Fair for Small Water Systems
Red Bluff, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf
April 15, 2008
Water Quality and Consumer Confidence Reports
Visalia, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
April 16, 2008
Operation & Maintenance: Storage Tanks, Pipe Repair and System Security
Madera, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
May 6-7, 2008
Water Treatment Operator Certification
Colusa, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
May 20, 2008
Capital Improvement Plans and Asset Management
Quincy, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at(916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
May 20 – 22, 2008
Electrical Controls
Escondido, CA
This course provides operational knowledge of basic electrical concepts and exposure to common electrical components used in water and sewer utility control systems. In this course, operators learn to use electrical meters and apply elementary trouble shooting techniques while constructing and testing actual pump control panels. This course relies heavily on hands-on activities and classroom participation.
http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=class&clID=216&qs=module%3Dclasses%26catID%3D6
May 21, 2008
Pathogens
Truckee, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporationat (916) 447-2854 or visithttp://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf
June 3, 2008
Capital Improvement Plans and Asset Management West
Sacramento, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
June 4, 2008
Budgets and Rate Setting West
Sacramento, CA
For more information contact the Rural Community Assistance Corporation at (916) 447-2854 or visit http://www.rcac.org/assets/Jan-June%2008%20at%20a%20glance.pdf.
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Region 10
NTEC Water Program
The USDA RUS NTEC Water program provides technical assistance and training to tribal public drinking water systems in the following states Alaska, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, California, Nevada and Utah, Wisconsin and New Mexico. NTEC also provides services to Navajo chapters, coordinated with the Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency from the New Mexico, California/Nevada and Utah regions. For more information contact Ron Thomson, NTEC Water Program Director at 916-208-0070 or visit the NTEC website at www.ntec.org.
State of Alaska – Operator Training and Certification Program
The Operator Training and Certification Program develops training programs, administers examinations and certifies operators of community water and wastewater systems. For more information contact Kerry Lindley, Program Manager at 907-465-5143 or visit http://dec.state.ak.us/water/opcert/index.htm.
State of Alaska – Remote Maintenance Worker Program
The Remote Maintenance Worker Program develops the capacity of Rural Alaskans to operate local water and sewer facilities while safeguarding State and Federal capital investments in utility infrastructure. For more information contact Kerry Lindley, Program Manager at 907-465-5143 or visit http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/rmw/index.htm.
Evergreen Rural Water of Washington – Source Water Protection
To assist communities served by public water systems with highly or moderately susceptible drinking water sources to reduce or eliminate potential risks to drinking water supplies through development and implementation of
Source Water Protection Plans. For more information about EPA’s Source Water Protection Program in Washington State contact Gary Rhoades, Evergreen Rural Water of Washington at (360) 462-9287 or visit http://erwow.org/technicalassistance.htm#sourcewater.
March 10, March 20, 2008
Confined Space Entry
Richland, Bellingham, WA
This course reviews proper safety procedures ensure that water system personnel are not exposed to unnecessary risks when performing maintenance in these spaces.
For more information, contact Evergreen Rural Water of WA at (800) 272-5981, or online at: http://www.erwow.org/training/index.htm
March 11 – 13, 2008
Electrical Controls
Bethel, AK
This course provides operational knowledge of basic electrical concepts and exposure to common electrical components used in water and sewer utility control systems. In this popular course, operators learn to use electrical meters and apply elementary trouble shooting techniques while constructing and testing actual pump control panels. This course relies heavily on hands-on activities and classroom participation.
http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=class&clID=210&qs=module%3Dclasses%26catID%3D0
April 1-3, 2008
Water Distribution
Nome, AK
This hands-on course teaches operators repair techniques and operating characteristics of common water and sewer equipment including valves, hydrants, piping, and pressure regulators. By working on actual utility equipment, operators are provided the skills to perform maintenance and repairs in an efficient, cost-effective manner. For more information contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services at505-248-4258 or through the Environmental Health Support Center Web site at http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=class&clID=221&qs=module%3Dclasses%26startrow%3D51.
April 1-4, 2008
Hazwoper Certification
Sitka, AK
For more information contact Sue Barlow at 907-747-7762 or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
April 3-4, 2008
Distribution Operations Workshop
Anchorage, AK
For more information contact Angie Monteleone at 907-561-977, email awwma@gci.net or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
April 7-10, 2008
Alaskan Water Treatment Systems – Intermediate Training
Barrow, AK
For more information contact Mike or Peggy Pollen at 907-452-6852, via email at mrp@ntlalaska.com or Peggy@ntlalaska.com or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
April 7-11, 2008
Intro to Small Water Systems Provisional Level
Bethel, AK
For more information contact Kelsey Hustedt at 907-543-6421 or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
April 8-10, 2008
Pumps and Pumping
Dillingham, AK
Designed as the follow-up course to "Electrical Controls for Utility Operators", this three-day course provides hands-on training in pumps and pumping system operation and repair. Student exercises reinforce and build skills in pump components and trouble-shooting techniques using actual pumping equipment for disassembly and demonstration purposes. Inclusion of electrical control panels builds on elements of previous courses to allow troubleshooting exercises using complete, operational water pumping systems. For more information contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services at505-248-4258 or through the Environmental Health Support Center Web site at http://www.ehsc.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=class&clID=212&qs=module%3Dclasses%26startrow%3D26 or contact Paul Arne at 907-842-3396 or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
April 21-26, 2008
Backflow (Cross Connection) Training/Certification
Juneau, AK
Focuses on the hazards of cross-connections, operating fundamentals of tested devices, basics of cross-connection inspections, customer relations and legal aspects of backflow assembly testing. Trains participants for testing and certification protocols. The ABPA exams will be administered at the conclusion of this 5-day certification course. For more information contact Sue Barlow at (800) 478-6653 ext. 7762, (907) 747-7762 or email sue.barlow@uas.alaska.edu or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/workshops.html#Mar.
April 25-26, 2008
Backflow Renewal
Juneau, AK
Focuses on the hazards of cross-connections, operating fundamentals of tested devices, basics of cross-connection inspections, customer relations and legal aspects of backflow assembly testing. Trains participants for testing and certification protocols. The ABPA exams will be administered at the conclusion of this 5-day certification course. For more information contact Sue Barlow at (800) 478-6653 ext. 7762, (907) 747-7762 or email sue.barlow@uas.alaska.edu or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/workshops.html#Mar.
April 28-May 2, 2008
Sanitary Survey Training
Anchorage, AK
This workshop covers in detail the eight basic elements of a good sanitary survey: source, treatment, distribution systems, finished water sources, pumps/pump facilities and controls, monitoring/reporting/data verification, water system management/operations, operator compliance with state regulations. For more information contact Sue Barlow at (800) 478-6653 ext. 7762, (907) 747-7762 or email sue.barlow@uas.alaska.edu or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/workshops.html#Mar.
April 28-May 2, 2008
Intro to Small Water Systems Provisional Level
Anchorage, AK
For more information contact Mike or Peggy Pollen at 907-452-6852, via email at mrp@ntlalaska.com or Peggy@ntlalaska.com or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
May 20, 2008
Drinking Water Source Protection Training
Prince of Wales Island
For more information contact Carrie Godden at 907-360-3160 or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
May 20-21, 2008
ANTHC/NTL Water Treatment Seminar: SWTR, DBPR and Arsenic Rules
Anchorage, AK
For more information contact Doug Abbas at 907-222-4218 or Steve Evavold at 907-269-7609 or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
June 5-6, 2008
Distribution Operations Workshop
Kenai/Soldotna, AK
For more information contact Angie Monteleone at 907-561-977, email awwma@gci.net or visit http://www.uas.alaska.edu/attac/calendar.html.
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