Water and Wastewater Technician Certificate
Program Description
Credenda is pleased to offer in partnership with NAIT, the Water and Wastewater Technician program, one of the most recognized and unique programs in Canada. It will provide you all the tools and skills necessary for certification. Water and Wastewater Technicians are leaders in all aspects of water and wastewater systems. Be a leader, enhance your knowledge and get your credentials as a Water and Wastewater Technician at Credenda.
The handling of water and wastewater is an increasingly important factor in today’s environment-concious society and Credenda provides high level training for those desiring employment and/or upgrading in the fields of water distribution, water treatment, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment.
To apply to this program, visit our college registration page where you will find step-by-step instructions.
Course offerings are very flexible. If there is a particular course you are interested in, please call the course instructor, Bill Adams, at 1.866.910.2847 ext 110.
Water and Wastewater Technician brochure in printable pdf.
Program Overview
Credenda Virtual College is offering the Water and Wastewater Technician Certificate program via the internet with live interactive lessons so you can stay in your community. Course length varies from 3 to 15 weeks with a live session 2 evenings each week. Approximate time to complete is 2 years. First intake will be Fall 2011.
Prerequisities: Grade 12 English Language Arts, Grade 11 Math and Science
You will need a computer with high speed internet and a headset with microphone.
Program Course List
Each course costs $525 in 2011.
Course ID & Name
WWW101 Water Distribution I WWW102 Water Treatment I WWW103 Wastewater Collection Systems WWW104 Wastewater Treatment I WWW110 Science and Electricity WWW112 Hydraulics and Blueprint Reading WWW115 Water Treatment Laboratory Analysis I WWW120 Wastewater Treatment Laboratory Analysis I WWW140 Computer Software Applications WWW207A Introduction to Work Experience WWW207B Work Experience On Site WWW201 Water Distribution II WWW202 Water Treatment II WWW203 Support Systems WWW204 Wastewater Treatment II WWW210 Introduction to Process Control WWW213 Wastewater Collection Systems WWW215 Water Treatment Laboratory Analysis II WWW220 Wastewater Treatment Laboratory Analysis II
Fall 2011
Course WWW110 Science & Electricity WWW101 W Distribution I (includes 1 day lab) WWW102 W Treatment I WWW110 Science & Electricity WWW102 W Treatment I WWW140 Computer Software Applications
Courses
WWW101 Water Distribution I
Learn about sources of water, water distribution pipe installations, storage facilities, water distribution systems, water main appurtenances, specifically valves and hydrants. Laboratory activities are included in this course.
WWW102 Water Treatment I
Operator responsibilities, raw water sources, reservoir management, coagulation and flocculation processes, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, corrosion control, taste and odour problems, and water treatment plant operational procedures.
WWW103 Wastewater Collection Systems
Explore the purpose of wastewater collection systems, sources of wastewater, safety procedures, inspection testing, cleaning and installation of sewer mains and manholes, calculating wastewater flows.
WWW104 Wastewater Treatment I
Understand which responsibilities are operator responsibilities # wastewater sources, treatment facilities, and the components and processes surrounding racks, screens, comminutors, grit removal, sedimentation, flotation, trickling filters, rotating biological contractors, activated sludge, waste stabilization ponds, disinfection and chlorination.
WWW110 Science and Electricity
Master the mathematics, water chemistry and basic electricity skills required for water and wastewater facilities.
WWW112 Hydraulics and Blueprint Reading
Understand the specifics of hydraulics and blueprint reading for water and wastewater facilities.
WWW115 Water Treatment Laboratory Analysis I
An introduction to laboratory equipment and laboratory water testing procedures using QA/QC methods. Specific tests include; alkalinity, chlorine, color, fluoride (SPADNS), hardness, iron, jar testing, manganese, pH, and turbidity.
WWW120 Wastewater Treatment Laboratory Analysis I
Introduction to glassware, lab equipment and wastewater testing procedures using QA/QC practices. Analysis includes: Biochemical oxygen demand, dissolved oxygen, dissolved solids, settleable solids, suspended solids, total solids, temperature.
WWW140 Computer Software Applications
Introduces the students to the functions and applications of a computer; the applications introduced are three of the most frequently used in business: wordprocessing, spreadsheets, file maintenance and introduction to the internet.
WWW207A Introduction to Work Experience
Learn the process to be followed in the Water and Wastewater Co-op Work Experience portion of the program. You will be provided with valuable knowledge about: a) the preparation of application letters and resumes b) the industry c) interview strategies d) work experience reporting requirements.
WWW207B Work Experience On Site
To qualify for a Water and Wastewater Technician Certificate, you are required to obtain a minimum of 500 hours of approved work experience and receive a favourable on-site evaluation from your work experience employer or practicum sponsor. Water and Wastewater staff will conduct an on-site visit to review your progress.
WWW201 Water Distribution II
Explore the sources of ground water, operation and maintenance of wells, setting of water rates, selection, installation, testing and calibration of water meters. Laboratory activities are included in this course.
WWW202 Water Treatment II
Gain a thorough understanding of processes # iron and manganese control, fluoridation, water softening, specialized treatment membrane filtration, handling treatment plant wastes, treatment plant maintenance. You will also learn about plant instruments, safety skills, drinking water regulations and administrative duties.
WWW203 Support Systems
Learn about chlorination equipment, types of pumps used in water and wastewater facilities, pump piping systems, pump hydraulics, pump theory, pump operation, maintenance, the operation and maintenance of air compressors and standby power units. Laboratory activities are included in this course.
WWW204 Wastewater Treatment II
Activated sludge plants, sludge digestion, handling solids, effluent disposal, plant safety, equipment maintenance procedures, flow measuring devices, plant operation and maintenance, preparation and analysis of plant data.
WWW210 Introduction to Process Control
An introduction to the basic control concepts and equipment used to control water treatment and wastewater treatment plants, laboratory activities are included.
WWW213 Wastewater Collection Systems
Explore the operation and maintenance of lift stations, sewer rehabilitation programs, record keeping, administration and maintenance organization systems, the use of a level and keeping proper level notes.
WWW215 Water Treatment Laboratory Analysis II
Master the skills of testing water samples and calibration of lab equipment following QA/QC procedures. Chlorine (amperometric), conductivity, fluoride (specific ion), Langlier Index, salinity, total dissolved solids, and total organic carbon are the parameters water is analyzed for.
WWW220 Wastewater Treatment Laboratory Analysis II
In this course chemical oxygen demand, coliforms, E coli, nitrate, phosphate, and sludge volume index are analyzed using QA/QC practices.