This educational course equips North Carolina water operators with a solid understanding of water distribution systems (WDS). It covers concepts essential for proper installation and maintenance, such as WDS components and their functionalities, design patterns and how to comply with EPA safety regulations.

Among the topics addressed are:

  • Pipelines, pumps, motors, valves, meters and hydrants
  • Organizational layouts
  • Storage system types
  • The role of SCADA systems in complex designs
  • Maintenance and repair protocols
  • Environmental and safety standards

No final exam is needed for course completion, but review questions are included at the end of each section.

Course Format: Text

Credit Type: Drinking Water

Course ID(s): 250039

Approved By: North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality - Water Treatment Facility

  • 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
        • 09. EPA Regulations and Groundwater Rule
        • 10. Maintenance
        • 11. Potential System Problems
        • 12. Distribution System Water Quality Issues
  • Course Completion
    • Certificate of Achievement
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