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Maryland Water Operator Continuing Education

If you are a water operator in the State of Maryland who is looking for continuing education training in order to renew a certificate, you have come to the right place. Here at AYPOTech we offer online courses to help you renew your water operator certificate(s). All courses are approved by the Maryland Department of the Environment.

You can find us on the Maryland Board of Waterworks Training Programs list. You'll see that all of our course offerings are approved and ready for you to begin completing your online training today!

$299 TOP SELLER

MD 30-Hour Package for Water Treatment 3 and 4 Operators

clock hour icon 30h course

Save with our 30-hour package for Treatment Grade 3 and 4 Operators. Approved courses include:

  • Introduction to Water Technology
  • Pumps Part 1
  • Pumps Part 2
  • Piping Systems Part 1
  • Piping Systems Part 2
  • Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
  • Fluid Mechanics
$100

MD 16-Hour Package for Water Distribution/Treatment 1 and 2 Operators

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Save with our 16-hour package for Distribution Operators and Treatment Grade 1 and 2 Operators. Approved courses include:

  • Introduction to Water Technology
  • Pumps Part 1
  • Pumps Part 2
  • Fluid Mechanics
$59

MD Introduction to Water Technology

clock hour icon 5h course

This course introduces operators to the hydrologic cycle and its effects on the structure and functions of water and wastewater systems. From there, we discuss water collection, treatment, and distribution, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6894-20-12-O

$59

MD Wastewater Treatment Processes

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This course provides an overview of wastewater treatment, including the physical separation of solids, chemical treatment processes, biological processes, and solids treatment and disposal.

Approved for: WW OPERS Course Code: 6895-20-12-O

$59

MD Maintaining Wastewater Equipment

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This course provides details on a variety of wastewater equipment, including pumping stations, screening equipment, grinding equipment, grit removal systems, sludge and scum collection apparatus, and flow measurement devices. For each piece of equipment, we will cover major parts, start-up, operation, shutdown, maintenance, and safety.

Approved for: WW & C OPERS Course Code: 6896-20-12-O

$59

MD Piping Systems: Part 1

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This course introduces operators to piping systems and familiarizes them with the larger components that make piping systems function, including metallic and nonmetallic piping, tubing, and hoses.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6892-20-12-O

$59

MD Piping Systems: Part 2

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This course dives further into piping systems by discussing the smaller components that make piping systems function, including fittings, common and special valves, strainers, filters, traps, and accessories. Preventative and repair maintenance for these components are also discussed.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6893-20-12-O

$59

MD Pumps: Part 1

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This course introduces operators to pumping systems, hydraulics, basic pumping terminology, and pump curves. We will also look at a number of pump types, including end-suction centrifugal pumps, propeller pumps, turbine pumps, and rotary pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6890-20-12-O

$59

MD Pumps: Part 2

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This course continues looking at additional pump types, including reciprocating pumps, metering pumps, and special purpose pumps. For each pump type, we will discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. We also discuss sealing devices, including packing and mechanical seals, bearings, lubrication, and installation.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6891-20-12-O

$49

MD Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)

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This course equips electricians and other workers exposed to electrical hazards with knowledge needed to apply safety requirements from the NFPA 70E. We start by detailing the arrangement, scope, and purpose of the document, as well as define common terms. Then, we discuss securing an electrically safe work condition, lockout/tagout, energized work, grounding electrical equipment, arc flash and more. In summary, we clarify NFPA 70E safety practices used in the electrical industry. This course has no prerequisites.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 7071-21-9

$30

MD Water Distribution System Operation Overview - 4.5 Units

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This course will provide an overview of water distribution system operation. You will learn the basics of the entire water distribution system as we cover topics such as pipeline operations, pumps and motors, meters, valves and hydrants, SCADA systems, and much more.

Approved for: ALL WT; WD OPERS Course Code: 5953-16-07

4.8 21 Reviews
$20

MD Advanced Oxidation & UV Disinfection WT - 3 Units

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Our Advanced Oxidation and UV Disinfection course will introduce water treatment and distribution operators to the operation, uses, and types of advanced oxidation and UV processes including ozonation and ultraviolet treatment.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 5248-12-09

4.5 20 Reviews
$19

MD Fluid Mechanics

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This course explains how fluids behave, especially under pressure and in motion. This lesson is divided into two major parts. The first concerns fluids at rest and describes the properties fluids have when they are standing still. The second half treats the subject of fluids in motion.

Approved for: ALL OPERS Course Code: 6889-20-12-O

$15

MD Basic Electrical Concepts For Water Operators - 2 Units

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This course is intended to provide water operators with information on basic electrical concepts they will need in their career.

Approved for: WD OPERS Course Code: 5958-16-07

4.4 14 Reviews

What are the requirements to renew a Maryland water operator certificate?

To renew a Maryland water operator certificate you must complete the required amount of training units for the type of certificate being renewed.

  • Water Distribution - 24 units for a Temporary Certificate, 16 units for an Operator Certificate
  • Water Treatment 1 - 24 units for a Temporary Certificate, 16 units for an Operator Certificate
  • Water Treatment 2 - 24 units for a Temporary Certificate, 16 units for an Operator Certificate
  • Water Treatment 3 - 45 units for a Temporary Certificate, 30 units for an Operator Certificate
  • Water Treatment 4 - 45 units for a Temporary Certificate, 30 Units for an Operator Certificate
  • Water Treatment 5 - requirements are determined by the board directly
  • See Table 8 from Maryland for additional information.
  • At least 50% of hours must be process related (except for Water Class 1, 2, G, Distribution, and Wastewater Collection)

State Of Maryland Water Operator License Renewal Deadlines

  • Your water operator license must be renewed by the license expiration date, every three years. You can find your expiration date on the Maryland state website.
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