Rhode Island Water Operator Continuing Education

Save with this 30-hour package for Class 3 and Class 4 Operators in Rhode Island.

This package includes the following approved courses:

• Introduction to Water Technology
• Pumps Part 1
• Pumps Part 2
• Piping Systems Part 1
• Piping Systems Part 2
• Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
• Fluid Mechanics

Save with this 20-hour package for Class 3 OIT in Rhode Island.

This package includes the following approved courses:

• Introduction to Water Technology
• Pumps Part 1
• Pumps Part 2
• Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
• Fluid Mechanics

Save with this 15-hour package for Class 1 and Class 2 Operators in Rhode Island.

This package includes the following approved courses:

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This course equips electricians and other workers exposed to electrical hazards with knowledge needed to apply safety requirements from the NFPA 70E. We start by detailing the arrangement, scope, and purpose of the document, as well as define common terms. Then, we discuss securing an electrically safe work condition, lockout/tagout, energized work, grounding electrical equipment, arc flash and more. In summary, we clarify NFPA 70E safety practices used in the electrical industry. This course has no prerequisites.

This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Rhode Island water operators.

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.

Basic Electrical Concepts for Water Operators is a course that covers the fundamental electrical principles that water operators need in their day-to-day operations.

Rhode Island water operators who take this course will be introduced to the 2024 NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace publication. Course lessons explain PPE requirements, equipment troubleshooting methods, the electrical safety program, training requirements, and more.

Take this course to continue learning about the NFPA 2024 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace publication. This part teaches Rhode Island water operators about many different safety topics like fuse types, capacitor safety requirements, battery room safety, and more.

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.