Maryland Water Operator Continuing Education

Save with our 30-hour package for Treatment Grade 3 and 4 Operators. Approved courses include:

• Introduction to Water Technology
• Pumps Part 1
• Pumps Part 2
• Piping Systems Part 1
• Piping Systems Part 2
• Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024) Part 1
• Fluid Mechanics

Save with our 16-hour package for Distribution Operators and Treatment Grade 1 and 2 Operators. Approved courses include:

• Introduction to Water Technology
• Pumps Part 1
• Pumps Part 2
• Fluid Mechanics

This course provides an overview of wastewater treatment, including the physical separation of solids, chemical treatment processes, biological processes, and solids treatment and disposal.

Approved for: WW OPERS Course Code: 6895-20-12-O

This course introduces operators to the hydrologic cycle and its effects on the structure and functions of water and wastewater systems. From there, we discuss water collection, treatment, and distribution, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6894-20-12-O

This course provides details on a variety of wastewater equipment, including pumping stations, screening equipment, grinding equipment, grit removal systems, sludge and scum collection apparatus, and flow measurement devices. For each piece of equipment, we will cover major parts, start-up, operation, shutdown, maintenance, and safety.

Approved for: WW & C OPERS Course Code: 6896-20-12-O

This course introduces operators to piping systems and familiarizes them with the larger components that make piping systems function, including metallic and nonmetallic piping, tubing, and hoses.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6892-20-12-O

This course dives further into piping systems by discussing the smaller components that make piping systems function, including fittings, common and special valves, strainers, filters, traps, and accessories. Preventative and repair maintenance for these components are also discussed.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6893-20-12-O

This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6890-20-12-O

This course continues looking at additional pump types, including reciprocating pumps, metering pumps, and special purpose pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. We also discuss sealing devices, including packing and mechanical seals, bearings, lubrication, and installation.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6891-20-12-O

Take this course for a thorough introduction to the 2024 NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace publication. Maryland water operators will learn about the electrical safety program, training requirements, troubleshooting equipment, PPE requirements, and more.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 7809-3-24

This course continues reviewing the NFPA 2024 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace publication. Maryland water operators will learn about many topics like fuse types, hazards associated with electrolytic cells, and more.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 7810-3-24

This course will provide an overview of water distribution system operation. You will learn the basics of the entire water distribution system as we cover topics such as pipeline operations, pumps and motors, meters, valves and hydrants, SCADA systems, and much more.

Approved for: ALL WT; WD OPERS Course Code: 5953-16-07

Our Advanced Oxidation and UV Disinfection course will introduce water treatment and distribution operators to the operation, uses, and types of advanced oxidation and UV processes including ozonation and ultraviolet treatment.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 5248-12-09

This course explains how fluids behave, especially under pressure and in motion. This lesson is divided into two major parts. The first concerns fluids at rest and describes the properties fluids have when they are standing still. The second half treats the subject of fluids in motion.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6889-20-12-O

This course is intended to provide water operators with information on basic electrical concepts they will need in their career.

Approved for: WD OPERS Course Code: 5958-16-07