Massachusetts Water Operator Continuing Education
The continuing education courses for water operators in Massachusetts that are presented here on AYPO Tech are designed by experts to provide training that is practical, comprehensive, and insightful. Each course is approved by the state of Massachusetts, and qualifies as continuing education hours (TCHs) that can be used to fulfil your continuing education requirements.
Drinking Water
MA 20-Hour Package for Grade 4 Operators
Save on our 20-hour package for Grade 4 Operators in Massachusetts. Courses include:
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Piping Systems: Part 1
- Piping Systems: Part 2
- Pipelines
- Pump Installation and Maintenance
This package is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
15-Hour Package for Grade 3 Operators
Save with our 15-Hour Package for Grade 3 Operators. This package includes the following courses:
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Pumps Part 1
- Pumps Part 2
This package is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA 10-Hour Package for Grade 1 and 2 Operators
Save on our 10-hour package for Grade 1 and 2 Operators in Massachusetts. Courses include:
- Piping Systems: Part 1
- Piping Systems: Part 2
- Pipelines
This package is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Water Utility Management
This course is intended to enhance the student's ability to apply enlightened and effective management techniques, prepare and implement a risk management plan; identify workplace hazards; respond to workplace injuries and illnesses, and to foster a culture of safety able to identify and mitigate hazards at water/wastewater treatment plants.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Introduction to Water Technology
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Piping Systems: Part 2
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Piping Systems: Part 1
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pumps: Part 1
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pumps: Part 2
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pump Installation and Maintenance
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’ll discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. This course has no prerequisites.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
Covers maintenance and operation of gate, globe, ball, plug, check, and special-purpose valves. Details actuators and various accessories. Explains valve selection based on application. Describes methods of protecting piping systems. This course has no prerequisites.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Source Water Issues and Pre-Treatment
Whether your water comes from a lake, stream or groundwater basin, understanding your source is the first step in providing safe drinking water. This course outlines the various source water types and the important role they play.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Groundwater Wells
Our Groundwater Wells course is designed to introduce and cover the basic components and operation of groundwater wells along with the fundamentals of maintaining safe drinking water from this types of water source.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Water Distribution System Operation Overview
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Surface Water Treatment Plant Operations
This course will provide an overview of surface water treatment plant operations. You will learn about surface water treatment regulations, and the basics of treatment processes, coagulation and flocculation, filtration, disinfection, corrosion control, and much more.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pipelines
In our Pipelines course, students will discover the many important factors of operating, installing or maintaining a water distribution pipeline system.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pumps and Motors
Pumps and Motors is a course that details the types, components of and the proper maintenance steps for water pumps and the motors that drive them.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Meters Valves and Hydrants
Discover how meters, valves and hydrants play vital roles in the delivery of safe drinking water to the public.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Distribution System Water Quality Issues
AYPO's Distribution System Water Quality Issues course will introduce to water operators the many issues that must be present in order to achieve and maintain a safe and high-quality water supply in a distribution system.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Coagulation and Flocculation
Coagulation refers to the process of using chemicals that collect contaminants in water, creating larger particles that are easier to remove. Flocculation is the process of mixing these chemicals in the water to ensure higher rate of contact between coagulants and contaminates. In this course, we'll delve into the details of this fascinating water treatment process.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Fluid Mechanics
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.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
MA Corrosion Control
In our Corrosion Control course you will learn about the effects of corrosion on a water distribution system, the effects of contamination due to corrosion, and corrosion mitigation techniques.
This course is approved for DRINKING WATER OPERATORS only.
Wastewater
20-Hour Package for Wastewater Operators
Save with our 20-Hour Package for Wastewater Operators. This package includes the following courses:
- Wastewater Treatment Processes
- Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
- Introduction to Water Technology
- Pumps Part 1
This package is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Introduction to Water Technology
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021)
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Piping Systems: Part 1
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pumps: Part 2
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Wastewater Treatment Processes
This course provides an overview of wastewater treatment, including the physical separation of solids, chemical treatment processes, biological processes, and solids treatment and disposal.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Piping Systems: Part 2
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pumps: Part 1
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
Covers maintenance and operation of gate, globe, ball, plug, check, and special-purpose valves. Details actuators and various accessories. Explains valve selection based on application. Describes methods of protecting piping systems. This course has no prerequisites.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Pump Installation and Maintenance
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’ll discuss internal parts, construction, and operation. This course has no prerequisites.
This package is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
MA Fluid Mechanics
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.
This course is approved for WASTEWATER OPERATORS only.
What are the CE requirements for Massachusetts water operators?
DRINKING WATER
Drinking water operators in Massachusetts are required to complete 5-20 training contact hours (TCHs), depending on license type, every two years in order to renew their license.
The deadline for renewal is December 31st, every odd-numbered year.
- VSS and VND Operators = 5 hours
- Grade 1 and Grade 2 Operators = 10 hours
- Grade 3 Operators = 15 hours
- Grade 4 Operators = 20 hours
- No more than 50% of required hours can be dedicated to safety-related topics.
Courses approved by the Board of Certification of Operators of Drinking Water Supply Facilities.
WASTEWATER
Massachusetts Wastewater Operators are required to complete 20 continuing education hours (TCHs) every two years for renewal.
License Renewal Deadline: December 31st, every odd year.
Licensees can take a maximum of 10 hours on safety related topics.
Courses accepted by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission.