The Storage Tanks course provides two hours of general training for Georgia water operators.

Each instructional module topic ends with a review question. There is no final exam.

The two modules review the following:

  • An Introduction to Storage Tanks and Their Facilities
    • A General Introduction to Storage Tanks
      • Common types and methods of classification
      • Sizes and common materials
      • Important components and basic operation
    • Water Demand
    • Regulations and Standards
      • Facility and tank construction
      • General use
  • General Maintenance and Safety
    • Required and recommended maintenance
    • Disinfection and proper sanitation
    • Safety
    • Security
    • Inspections

Course Format: Text

Credit Type: Water

Course ID(s): CE-1-W-0825-AYPO-0004

Approved By: Board of Examiners for Certification of Water & Wastewater Treatment

Storage Tanks [14 Activities]

  • 01. An Introduction to Storage Tanks and Their Facilities
  • 02. Common Types and Classification
  • 03. Sizes and Common Materials
  • 04. Storage Tank Components
  • 05. Basic Operation
  • 06. Water Demand
  • 07. Regulations and Standards
  • 08. Regulations and Standards: Facility and Tank Construction
  • 09. General Maintenance
  • 10. Disinfection and Sanitation
  • 11. Safety
  • 12. Security
  • 13. Inspections
  • 14. Conclusion

Course Completion

  • Mandatory Questionnaire
  • Certificate of Achievement