Wisconsin Water Operator Continuing Education
We have the continuing education training that water operators in Wisconsin need to renew a license. We provide high-quality educational courses that are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to satisfy continuing education requirements established by the State. Once you finish your course, we provide an official certificate of completion for your records. Learn more about our state reporting service here.
WI 18-Hour Package for Wastewater Operators
Save with our 18-Hour Package for Wastewater Operators classified as Basic / OIT. This package includes the following approved courses:
- Wastewater Treatment Processes
- Maintaining Wastewater Equipment
- Valve Maintenance and Piping System Protection
- Pump Installation and Maintenance
Wisconsin 18-Hour Package for Grade T/1 Operators
Save with our 18-Hour Package for Operators classified as Grade T or Grade 1. This package includes the following courses:
- Piping Systems Part 1
- Piping Systems Part 2
- Pump Installation and Maintenance
- Introduction to Water Technology
WI Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2024)
Wisconsin water operators can take this course to understand the rules and requirements found in the 2024 NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Lessons explain PPE requirements, GFCI protection, controller equipment maintenance, lockout/tagout protocols, the electrical safety program, and more.
WI 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.
WI 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 for WASTEWATER Operators.
WI 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.
WI 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 for WASTEWATER Operators.
WI 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.
WI 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.
WI 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.
WI 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.
WI Pipelines - 3 Hours
This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
In our Pipelines course, students will discover the many important factors of operating, installing or maintaining a water distribution pipeline system.
WI Coagulation and Flocculation - 3 Hours
This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
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.
WI Sedimentation and Filtration - 3 Hours
This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
Our Sedimentation and Filtration course focuses on the role that particle removal plays in the surface water treatment process and how necessary it is in producing safe drinking water that meets EPA standards.
WI Meters Valves and Hydrants - 3 Hours
This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
Discover how meters, valves and hydrants play vital roles in the delivery of safe drinking water to the public.
WI Basic Electrical Concepts for Water Operators - 2 Hours
This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
This course is intended to provide water operators with information on basic electrical concepts they will need in their career.
WI Advanced Oxidation & UV Disinfection - 2 Hours
This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
Our Advanced Oxidation and UV Disinfection course will introduce water treatment and distribution operators to the operation, uses, and types of advanced oxidation and UV processes including ozonation and ultraviolet treatment.
WI Membrane Processes - 2 Hours
This course will fulfill 2 of your required hours for Wisconsin water operators.
A membrane is a sheet of natural or synthetic material that is partially permeable to substances in solution. Membranes are used in various methods of water treatment. Students who take our Membrane Processes course will learn the uses and types of membrane processes including reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, and electrodialysis reversal.
What are the CE requirements for Wisconsin water operators?
Continuing education requirements are based on the renewal cycle for certifications. Certification must be renewed every three years.
- Most Grade T and Grade 1 operators require 18 hours of continuing education.
- Surface Water Operators with the operator-in-charge designation need 24 hours.
- Basic Level Wastewater Operators require 18 hours of continuing education.
State Of Wisconsin Water Operator License Renewal Deadlines
- Water operator licenses expire on the anniversary of the license issue date, every three years. You can look up your expiration date on the Wisconsin DNR website.