Ohio Water Distribution Systems - At Your Pace Online

Ohio water operators can expand their water distribution systems (WDS) knowledge through this comprehensive online training course. The program provides an overview of WDS designs, operation techniques, methods for preserving water quality and EPA safety requirements.

Participants will learn about:

WDS components like pipelines, pumps, motors, valves, hydrants and meters
Organizational patterns
Types of storage
SCADA system roles in advanced WDS setups
Repair and maintenance practices
Environmental and safety standards

The course is divided into modules, each ending in a brief review question. There is no final exam.

Course ID(s): OEPA-B881047383-OM

Approved By: Environmental Protection Agency - Operator Certification

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
- Guaranteed Next Business Day Reporting

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.