Illinois faces unique water infrastructure challenges, from aging pipelines in major cities to seasonal strain in agricultural regions. This course connects safety standards to the real-world environmental and public health issues that professionals in Illinois encounter daily - like lead abatement, flood risk and cold-weather resilience.

Learners will also gain insight into the roles of local utilities and federal agencies in protecting water quality. Maintenance is explored through hands-on examples that reflect typical fieldwork throughout the state.

Interactive knowledge checks are included to support comprehension and prepare students for practical application or certification - no final exam is required.

Course Format: Text

Credit Type: Drinking Water

Course ID(s): 22445

Approved By: Environmenal Protection Agency - Drinking Water Division

  • Pipelines
    • Pipelines [12 Activities]
      • 01. Introduction
      • 02. Pipeline Composition
      • 03. Installation
      • 04. Joining
      • 05. General Operations
      • 06. General Regulations, Overview
      • 07. Pressure
      • 08. Monitoring and Management
      • View Additional Activities
        • 09. Maintenance
        • 10. Safety
        • 11. Environmental Concerns
        • 12. Conclusion
  • Course Completion
    • Mandatory Questionnaire
    • Certificate of Achievement