This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Maine water operators.

This course will provide an overview of corrosion control. Students who take this course will learn about:

  • The public health effects of copper and lead contamination - Learn about the the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule and how high levels of these two contaminants can lead to serious health issues.
  • Sample levels - Be informed of safe levels of various contaminants caused by corrosion.
  • Corrosion control through chemical addition - Discover what chemicals may be safely added to a water supply to limit corrosion.
  • Cathodic protection - Explore how electrical current can be used to neutralize corrosion of metal exposed to water.

Course ID(s): 232-WT6O-AYP

Approved By: Department of Health And Human Services - Drinking Water

  • Corrosion Control Class [6 Activities]
    • 01. Corrosion Introduction Video
    • 02. Lead & Copper Rule - Causes of Corrosion
    • 03. Effects of Corrosion video
    • 04. Corrosion Control through chemical addition
    • 05. Cathodic Protection video
    • 06. Cathodic Protection
  • Course Completion
  • Mandatory Questionnaire
  • Certificate of Achievement
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Instructor Bio

Tony Goff

Tony Goff, holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Law and has over twenty years of experience in the water industry. Tony holds an upper management position with a large water district in Southern California. Tony is a Subject Matter Expert in the field of drinking water distribution and holds a treatment 5 certificate and a distribution 5 certificate.