Illinois Water Distribution Systems
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2 Hour Course
- $20.00
This online training program covers important topics related to water distribution systems (WDS). The course provides Illinois water operators with a thorough overview of WDS designs, operational strategies, water quality standards and EPA safety requirements.
Key areas covered include:
- WDS components, such as pipelines, meters, hydrants, valves, motors and pumps
- Organizational models
- Types of storage commonly used
- The role of SCADA systems in intricate WDS designs
- Maintenance and repair practices
- Environmental and safety procedures
The training is divided into content modules, with a review question offered at the end of each section. No final exam is needed to complete the course.
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- Course ID(s): 21969
- Approved By: Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Instructor Bio
Ralph Stevens is a water Subject Matter Expert, licensed in California, Nevada and Arizona as a Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Ralph has worked in wastewater for almost 50 years, starting as an operator in a wastewater treatment plant and serving most recently as the Maintenance Reliability Supervisor for the Clark County Water Reclamation District. He is a certified Class Trainer for the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) and has served as the Operations and Maintenance Chairperson for the same organization. He has won a number of awards for his work, including CWEA Electrical and Instrumentation Person of the Year (2015), Safety Plant of the Year (2017), and the WEF Burke Safety Award (2019). Ralph goes out of his way to help and protect staff and the environment.