Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, O.C.

Water/Wastewater Operator Training

These programs satisfy the DEP requirement of completion of a course of study in drinking water plant operator and/or wastewater treatment plant operator in order to qualify to take the operator’s certification licensing test.

This license is required by the Department of Environmental Protection for an individual to operate or work in a public drinking water and/or wastewater treatment facility.Students in these programs engage in management of water sources, laboratory analysis of water samples, operation of water/wastewater treatment facilities, maintenance of treatment facility equipment, trouble shooting process problems, inspection of records, and communication of financial support needed to maintain the welfare of the community.

The operator keeps the water/wastewater treatment plant operating. Operators operate the valves, push switches, collect samples, read gauges and record information. They also observe the condition of the plant, make calculations and determine the most efficient way in which the plant should operate.

(405 clock hours) (13.5 occupational credits)

Total: 405 clock hours, 13.50 occupational credits