Academic Catalog

Environmental & Applied Technology

Water Distribution Operations Certificate of Specialization

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Water Distribution System Operations-3
    • Identify drinking water public health hazards and water quality standards common to the industry.
  • Water Distribution System Operations-4
    • Using calculations and conversions, determine water flow, pressure, volume, velocity and force, and chemical dosage used in water distribution systems.
  • Water Distribution System Operations-6
    • Explain principles of pump operation for the types of pumps used in water distribution systems including common problems, necessary adjustments, and typical packing gland problems.

Certificate Requirements

CWS-106Electrical & Instrumentation Processes3
CWS-130Water Distribution Systems3
CWS-134Pumps, Motors & Valves3
Total Units9

Certificate of Specialization

Students who complete the requirements above qualify for a certificate in that area of emphasis. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.