New Mexico Water Distribution Systems

This online training program offers New Mexico water operators a detailed look at the vital aspects of water distribution systems (WDS). The course provides an overview of WDS organization, operations, water quality preservation and EPA safety standards.

Key areas covered include:

WDS components: pipelines, valves, motors, meters, hydrants and pumps
Organizational approaches
Storage options
SCADA system applications in complex designs
Maintenance and repair tasks
Environmental and safety guidelines

While no final exam is required to pass the course, the material is split up into modules of content. A review question will be asked at the end of each one.

Approved By: Environment Department - Drinking Water Bureau

Water Distribution Systems
- Water Distribution Systems [12 Activities]
  - 01. Introduction
  - 02. Topologies
  - 03. Pipeline Operation
  - 04. Meters, Valves, and Hydrants
  - 05. Pumps and Motors
  - 06. Storage Tanks & Facilities
  - 07. Fire Protection
  - 08. SCADA Systems
  - View Additional Activities
    - 09. EPA Regulations and Groundwater Rule
    - 10. Maintenance
    - 11. Potential System Problems
    - 12. Distribution System Water Quality Issues
Course Completion
- Mandatory Questionnaire
- Certificate of Achievement

Instructor Bio

Ralph Stevens

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.