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Course Description

This course provides a knowledge of the operation of wastewater treatment systems. Students will learn about mechanical and maintenance requirements, activated sludge, solids disposal, lab procedures, wastewater plant security, health & safety, budget & finance, public relations, laws & regulations, etc. This course prepares students for the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC) examination.

Learner Outcomes

At the end of the 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 System Operator Grade 3 and/or 4.
  • Be knowledgeable in the practices of NCDEQ and DWR to include disinfection and disposal of sludge, sampling, industrial pretreatment, health and safety, public relations, wastewater plant security, etc.
  • Be eligible to sit for NCDEQ’s WPCSOCC examination.

Prerequisites

Wastewater Operator II and a working knowledge of algebra and geometry

Credential Information

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Section Title
Wastewater Operator III/IV
Section ID
100888
Type
Discussion
Days
T, Th
Time
8:30AM to 4:30PM
Dates
May 06, 2025 to May 29, 2025
Location and Schedule
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Contact Hours
56.0
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Delivery Options
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Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee >50 Hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
Insurance Fee $1.00 Mandatory
Campus Access Parking and Security Fee $2.00 Mandatory
CE Technology Fee $3.00 Mandatory
CEUs
5.6 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
May 01, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
May 01, 2025
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