WATR 150: INTRODUCTION TO WATER SYSTEMS

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1 WATR 150: Introduction to Water Systems 1 WATR 150: INTRODUCTION TO WATER SYSTEMS Discipline WATR - Water Technology Course Number 150 Course Title Introduction to Water Systems Catalog Course Description A basic course in water distribution and treatment covering water quality control practices, water sources, public health aspects of water regulations, supply, water treatment arithmetic, chemical treatment, filtration, corrosion, disinfection, tastes and odors in water, water system operation and maintenance, valves, pipes, pumps, and meters. The material covered in this course will be helpful to those preparing for the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) D-1 and D-2 Water Distribution Operator's Certificate examinations and the T-1 Water Treatment Operator's Certificate examination. 54 lecture hours. Course Purpose Degree Applicable Instruction Type(s) Lecture Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree and six years of related experience or Bachelor's Degree and two years of related experience or Master's Degree in related field. General Education/Degree/Transfer Course Transferable to UC CSU GE Areas CSU GE Areas IGETC Areas IGETC Areas Course Units/Hours Credits 3 Lecture Hours 54 For every hour of lecture, student is expected to spend two hours of study outside of class. Lab Hours 0 Hours Arranged 0 Is this course repeatable?

2 WATR 150: Introduction to Water Systems 2 Grading Method Standard Letter, Pass/ Pass Fee Information Materials Fee Student Learning Outcomes Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to: Competencies Computation Creative, Critical, and Analytical Thinking Discipline/Subject Area Specific Content Material Outcome Considering public drinking water regulatory issues, diagram and explain the fundamentals of a water distribution system including SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition), maintenance, pumps, hydraulics, and valves to the degree expected of a California State Water Resources Control Board D1 Water Distribution Operator. Assessment Practice exams and group assignments Competencies Computation Creative, Critical, and Analytical Thinking Discipline/Subject Area Specific Content Material Outcome Within the parameters of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and public drinking water regulations, identify the water contaminants, recommend the best treatment, administer the treatment and then verify the contaminants are below allowable safety thresholds to the degree expected of a California State Water Resources Control Board T1 Water Treatment Operator. Assessment Practice exams and group assignments Course Objectives Course Objectives Objective 1 Calculate pipe and vessel volumes and hydraulic measurements used in the water supply industry 2 Identify corrosive factors within the water piping systems and recommend corrective action. 3 Articulate the disinfection and water testing processes and regulatory controls. 4 Discern and apply State and Federal regulations related to the public water supply and treatment industry. 5 Describe the use of the various valves and meters used within water distribution systems. 6 Explain the basic factors of pump operations necessary in the water industry 7 Describe the methods used for treating domestic water supplies in order to be compliant with current standards in the water treatment industry

3 WATR 150: Introduction to Water Systems 3 Course Content Major Course Content 1. Development of Water Quality Control a. Public water supplies b. Early purification c. Early distribution systems 2. Water Sources a. Hydrologic cycle b. Surface water sources c. Groundwater sources d. Water source selection factors 3. Public Health Aspects of Water Supply a. State and federal regulations b. Fundamental concepts c. Common water-borne disease d. Sources of contamination e. Examples of sanitary defects 4. Water Chemistry a. Hydrogen ion concentration b. Alkalinity c. "Hard" water 5. Water Treatment Arithmetic a. Conversion factors b. Applications c. Problems 6. Chemical Treatment a. Three conditions of solids in liquids b. Coagulation c. Flocculation d. Sedimentation e. Chemical feeders 7. Filtration a. Need for filtration b. Types of filters c. Parts of a rapid sand filter plant d. Operating precautions 8. Softening a. Nature of hardness b. Reason for softening water c. Softening by lime and soda ash d. Softening by base exchange 9. Corrosion a. Corrosion vs. erosion b. Corrosion of metals in water c. Factors influencing corrosion reactions d. Control of corrosion 10. Disinfection a. Purpose of disinfection b. Methods of disinfection of water c. Forms of chlorine d. Nature of elementary chlorine e. Hypochlorinators f. Test for chlorination control 11. Tastes and Odors in Water

4 WATR 150: Introduction to Water Systems 4 a. Sources of tastes and odors b. Prevention of tastes and odors c. Removal of tastes and odors 12. Bacterial Tests for Water Quality a. Necessity for tests b. Laboratory tests for disease organisms c. Coliform group of intestinal organisms d. Plate count e. Precautions on bacterial testing f. Industry standard for treated water 13. Pump Operation and Maintenance a. Mechanics of pumping b. Details of the centrifugal pump c. Pump operation and maintenance d. Pump curve and pump selection 14. Valves a. Types of valves b. Flow regulating valves c. Pressure regulating valves d. Backflow prevention valves e. Air and vacuum relief valves f. Valve operation g. Valve maintenance 15. Meters a. Need for meters b. Types of meters c. Flow recording devices d. Accuracy of meters e. Maintenance of meters 16. Safety a. Trench shoring b. Confined space c. Energy isolation d. Work area traffic safety 17. Public Relations a. Community contact b. Public perception c. Emergency notification Requisites & Entrance Skills Strongly Recommended ENGL 101. Methods of Assessment Multiple measures may include, but are not limited to, the following typical classroom assessment techniques/required assignments: Class Work Competency based written and practical tests which demonstrate the students' ability to apply skills and concepts learned to minimum standards established by the instructor Exams/Tests Home Work Papers Quizzes Additional assessment information Short answer quizzes Exams Written assignments

5 WATR 150: Introduction to Water Systems 5 A course grade may not be based solely on attendance. Methods of Instruction Methods of Instruction Demonstrations Group Discussions Lecture Other (Specify) Other Methods Field trips Self directed computer lab Course Textbooks/Resources Resource Type Book Formatting Style MLA Required or Supplemental Required Description Lauer, W..Water Distribution Operator Training Handbook, 4th ed. -: American Waterworks Association, Print. Course Assignments Suggested reading other than required textbook: American Water Works Association website: awwa.org Environmental Protection Agency website: epa.gov California Department of Public Health website: cdph.ca.gov Employment Development Department website: edd.ca.gov Examples of Outside Assignments: Research various Labor Market Information (LMI) sources for the water distribution and treatment industry and submit a summary. Examples of Required Writing Assignments: Write a short paper on the administrative and governmental oversight of California's drinking water supply.