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WATER QUALITY TECHNOLOGY DEGREE PROGRAM
For more information on the Water Quality Technology Degree Program, please contact Bill Mixer at 800-442-2963, ext 2670 or 307-268-2670.
Applied Math for Operators
Practical and realistic applications of mathematical formulas and problems related to the operations of water and wastewater treatment plants and collection and distribution systems.
Prerequisite: DVST 0930, or permission of the instructor.
Registration deadline August 22.
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Course # ENVT 1500 60
2 credits
Wed. and Thurs, August 29-30, AND September 5-6
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Participant must attend both sessions.
Location: EI 107
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $139 + books
Distribution Systems
Internet section. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670.
Introduction to the basics of distribution system operation and maintenance and key system components. Topics covered include storage, cross connections, water quality, regulations, chlorination, piping, meter, pumps, hydrants and safety.
Registration deadline August 24.
Distribution Licenses
Course # ENVT 1510 N1
3 credits
August 27 – December 20
Location: Internet Section
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $208.50 + books
Wastewater Collection Systems
Internet section. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670.
Introduction to the basics of collection system operation and maintenance and key system components. Topics to be covered include inspecting and testing, cleaning methods, lift stations, safety and administration.
Registration deadline August 24.
Course # ENVT 1520 N1
3 credits
August 27 – December 20
Location: Internet Section
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $208.50 + books
Safety in Water Quality Systems
Introduction to safety issues that affect water quality system operators. The class will review general safety issues and specific Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. Topics to be covered include hazard communication, blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, respiratory protection, lockout-tag out, and general safety practices.
Registration deadline September 28.
Course # ENVT 1550 70
2 credits
Tues, Wed., and Thurs, October 11, 12 and 13, and Friday, November 9
Location: EI 107
Instructor: Clyde Young
Cost: $139 + books
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation
Internet section. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670.
Introduction to the basics of wastewater plant operation and maintenance.
Topics covered include package plants, oxidation ditches, waste stabilization ponds, trickling filters, primary and preliminary treatment and chlorination. Registration deadline August 24.
Water Licenses
Course # ENVT 1570 N1
3 credits
August 27-December 20
Location: Internet Section
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $208.50 + books
Special Topics – Excel for Operators
This is a basic class on Excel for water and wastewater system operators. The class will provide a hands-on overview of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application. Participants will explore workbook and worksheet basics, including creating, editing, formatting, formulas, working with multiple worksheets, using functions, visual elements, file management and integration of Excel and Word. Participants will be able to design a basic spreadsheet for system data collection and analysis. This class is sponsored by Casper College and funded by Region VIII EPA Office of Drinking water and is being offered as a pre-conference workshop at WWQ/PCA annual conference. The class instructor is Jan Burnett a long time instructor on this software at Casper College. Class size is limited so please sign up soon.
Please contact WWQ/PCA for registration information 307-268- 4726 or check their website for conference information.
Contact WWQ/PCA for registration deadline.
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Course # ENVT 1990 80
1 credit
Mon. and Tues., October 29 and 30
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: BU 122
Instructor: Jan Burnett
Cost: $69.50 + books
Advanced Math for Wastewater Operators
Practical and realistic applications of mathematical formulas and problems related to the operations of a water treatment plant and distribution system.
Prerequisite: ENVT 1500, or permission of the instructor.
Registration deadline October 31.
Course # ENVT 2510 80
2 credits
Tues. and Wed., November 13, 14 AND November 27, 28
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: EI 107
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $139 + books
Special Topics - Wastewater Lab Quality Assurance and Quality Control
This class will cover the testing and Quality Assurance /Quality Control basics for a wastewater treatment plant lab and will be a good class if you report your lab results as part of an NPDES program. Class will cover the following tests: Biochemical oxygen demand, pH, total suspended solids, total colifom and E-coli and ammonia. Class will be taught by Energy Labs Staff and is being offered as a pre-conference workshop at WWQ/PCA annual conference.
Please contact WWQ/PCA for registration information 307-268- 4726 or check their website for conference information.
Contact WWQ/PCA for registration deadline.
Water Licenses
Course # ENVT 2990 80
1 credit
Mon. and Tues., October 29 and 30
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Off Campus
Instructor: Staff
Cost: $69.50 + books
WATER QUALITY TECHNOLOGY CONTINUING EDUCATION
Package Plant Operation and Maintenance
This two day hands-on class has been developed to provide you with the basic knowledge to operate and maintain a package activated sludge wastewater treatment system. The class will cover wastewater composition, plant nomenclature, basic process control utilizing sludge quality concepts based on the use of sludge settling curves and settleometers. We will also cover use of COD meters, dissolved oxygen meters, pH meters, oxidation reduction proves as well as core sampler. We will discuss in detail return and waste flow control and microbiology. We will review NPDES permits as well. This class will be a combination of classroom lecture and field trips to local package plants. This class will be taught by Bill Mixer and Rich Weigand of West Virginia Environmental Training Center.
Registration deadline for this class is August 31.
Course # CEU 0861 60
Wed. - Thurs., September 19 and 20
1.5 CEUs
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Sheridan Wyoming - Sheridan Community College, Mountain View Room
Instructor: Bill Mixer/Rich Weigand
Cost: $160
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Basic Training
Designed to introduce the participant to the basic regulatory concepts of the Hazardous Waster Manager. Topics to be covered are waster determination, waster storage, record-keeping, disposal practices, and waster reduction techniques. An introductory program focused for anyone who deals with hazardous waster or materials.
Registration deadline for this class is October 25.
Course # CEU 0862 70
.6 CEUs
Thurs., November 1
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: EI 106
Instructor: Bob Breuer
Cost: $50
Water Treatment & Jar Testing
This class will focus on conventional water treatment. Topics covered include filtration technology, jar testing, and the math used to calculate dosage and chemical application, and a visit to several local treatment systems. The class is subject to a minimum enrollment and is funded by a grant from Region VII EPA Office of Drinking Water.
Registration deadline is September 19.
Water License.
Course # CEU 0859 60
2.1 CEUs
Tues.-Thurs., October 2, 3, and 4
8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: EI 106
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $30
ASSE Cross Connection Tester Certification
This class is designed to prepare participants for the American Society of Sanitary Engineers (ASSE) backflow tester’s certification test. Topics covered include an overview of cross connection programs, hydraulic principles, test gauges, parts and terminology, applications and installations, ASSE test procedures for all devices, troubleshooting, and test failures and causes. The instructor is ASSE certified and the certification exam will be offered on the last day of class (there are 14 exam openings). The ASSE tester application will be sent to you after you register. Participants must document five years of experience in the plumbing or drinking water industry on the ASSE application to be eligible for the ASSE tester exam. Fees include the textbooks, ASSE exam proctor, and ASSE exam ($100 value). This class is funded by a grant from Region VIII EPA Office of Drinking Water and is subject to a minimum enrollment.
Registration deadline is October 24.
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Course # CEU 0851 70
.7 CEUs
Mon.-Fri., November 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: EI 106
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $135
ASSE Cross Connection Re-Certification
Completing this re-certification class will renew your ASSE Tester License for three years. ASSE has instituted new requirements for recertification as of January 2004. You must re-certify within six months of your tester license expiration date. Your tester license will not be valid after its expiration date and you have six-months to recertify. After six-month you will need to recertify. This class consists of at least three hours of lecture and review. Participants are required to take and pass a 25 questions exam and perform a proctored hands-on exam on a double check (ASSE 1015) and reduced pressure assembly (ASSE1013). The class includes the $50 ASSE recertification fee.
Registration deadline is November 14.
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Course # CEU 0855 80
1.6 CEUs
Thurs.-Fri., November 29 and 30
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: EI 106
Instructor: Bill Mixer
Cost: $210