IRR 205 - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations

Credits: 5
Provides training in the multiple stages of operations, equipment, and maintenance at a typical wastewater treatment plant. Reviews the science and flow of individual processes and their purpose to manage solids, improve water quality, and/or perform disinfection. Course available to students new to the field and incumbent workers in need of continuing education units. Prepares students for passing the Level I Wastewater Treatment Operator exam. Includes requirements to participate in one wastewater treatment plant tour and shadow wastewater treatment plant operators on at least one eight (8) hour shift. Formerly: WTM 205.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in EST 202, EST 106, IRR 190, and IRR 215, or instructor permission.
Corequisite(s): IRR 221 and/or previous or current work experience in the wastewater industry.