Oregon Water Distribution Systems

This online course is designed to provide participants with critical insights into the components, design and operation of water distribution systems (WDS). Oregon water operators will learn about WDS part functionalities, design patterns and how to comply with EPA safety regulations.

Core topics include:

Pipelines, meters, pumps, valves, hydrants and motors
Organizational structures
Storage solutions
SCADA systems in advanced WDS designs
Maintenance and repair procedures
Environmental and safety guidelines

Although no final exam is required to pass the course, participants will be prompted to complete a knowledge-based review question at the end of each module.

Course ID(s): 6450

Approved By: Oregon Environmental Services Advisory Council (OESAC)

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-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.