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Course Description

This course provides a general knowledge of the operation of wastewater treatment systems. Students will learn about general mechanical and maintenance requirements, activated sludge, solids disposal, and lab procedures. This course prepares students for the NC Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission Examination.

Learner Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be:

  • Prepared to demonstrate understanding of various treatments, laws and regulations by the NC Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) and the Division of Water Resources (DWR) to serve as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade 3.
  • Knowledgeable in the practices of NCDEQ and DWR to include disinfection and disposal of sludge, sampling, industrial pretreatment, health and safety, public relations and wastewater plant security.
  • Eligible to set for the NCDEQ examination.

Prerequisites

Students must have successfully completed Wastewater Operator II, WAT-3100W3 and have a working knowledge of algebra and geometry.
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Section Title
Wastewater Operator III
Section ID
100447
Section Schedule
Apr 07, 2025 to Apr 11, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
M, T, W, Th
Time
8:30AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Apr 07, 2025 to Apr 10, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
F
Time
8:30AM to 2:00PM
Dates
Apr 11, 2025
Location and Schedule
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Contact Hours
35.0
Location
Delivery Options
CLASS  
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee 25-50 Hours non-credit $125.00
Additional Fee(s)
Insurance Fee $1.00 Mandatory
Campus Access Parking and Security Fee $2.00 Mandatory
CE Technology Fee $3.00 Mandatory
CEUs
3.5 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 02, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 02, 2025
Section Notes

Prerequisite

Wastewater Operator II and a working knowledge of algebra and geometry

 

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