SUMMARY:

This course covers all ABC Needs-to-Know topics for not only GA Class II operator, but also GA Class 1. This provides half of the required advanced training hours for the GA Class II Drinking Water Operator exam & pairs with its counterpart Water Laboratory Analyst. The student will receive a copy of the latest WSO AWWA/ABC water treatment Grade 2, 3 & 4 manual. Upon completion, the student will have an understanding of plant treatment troubleshooting, management & system optimization.

MAJOR TOPICS:

• Preliminary Treatment Chemicals & Water Shed management
• Water supply management to mitigate/reduce DBP production and TOC reduction
• Advanced T&O control
• Jar Testing for dosage of Coagulate
• Filter Optimization including green sand, ion exchange, membranes & PAC/GAC
• Disinfection including UV & Ozone
• Asset management including Pump & Motor troubleshooting
• Water Plant Safety/Security
• Advanced operator math