Tennessee Water Distribution Systems
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2 Hour Course
- $20.00
This online program trains Tennessee water operators on essential water distribution systems (WDS) aspects. It offers a comprehensive overview of WDS organization, operational methods and EPA standards for maintaining safety during installation and use.
Key topics covered include:
- WDS components: pipelines, meters, valves, pumps, motors and hydrants
- Organizational and design patterns
- Storage types
- SCADA systems in advanced WDS designs
- Maintenance and repair procedures
- Environmental and safety standards
The course is split into different modules. Instead of a final exam, a review question will be given at the end of each module.
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- Course ID(s): R25169
- Approved By: Dept. of Environment And Conservation
Instructor Bio
Ralph Stevens is a water Subject Matter Expert, licensed in California, Nevada and Arizona as a Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Ralph has worked in wastewater for almost 50 years, starting as an operator in a wastewater treatment plant and serving most recently as the Maintenance Reliability Supervisor for the Clark County Water Reclamation District. He is a certified Class Trainer for the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) and has served as the Operations and Maintenance Chairperson for the same organization. He has won a number of awards for his work, including CWEA Electrical and Instrumentation Person of the Year (2015), Safety Plant of the Year (2017), and the WEF Burke Safety Award (2019). Ralph goes out of his way to help and protect staff and the environment.