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WATER QUALITY TECHNOLOGY TRAINING

For more information on the Water Quality Technology Degree Program, please contact Bill Mixer at 800-442-2963, ext 2670 or 307-268-2670.
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WWQ & PCA Don Hudson Memorial Scholarship
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This scholarship, valued at $350, is available to students/operators who wish to take a credit class at Casper College that is listed in the Water Quality Technology curriculum. Applicants mush be residents of Wyoming and a currently certified Wyoming operator to be considered. Applications for this fall are due by August 22, 2008 and will be awarded for the upcoming Fall 2008 semester. Two scholarships may be granted. The scholarships will be awarded after the student registers for the class. For an application call Mixer at 1-800-442-2963 x2670 or email him at wmixer@caspercollege.edu.

Don Hudson was the first executive director of the Wyoming Water Quality (WWQ) and Pollution Control Association (PCA). Don was a strong proponent of operator education. He obtained his college education by working during the days and going to school at night. It was because of his belief in education and operator training that the WWQ/PCA honored Don by naming this award for him upon his passing.
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WATER QUALITY CEU COURSES 

  • ASSE Cross Connection Tester Certification
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    This class is designed to prepare students for the American Society of Sanitary Engineers (ASSE) backflow tester’s certification test. Topics covered include an overview of cross connection programs, hydraulic principles, test gauges, parts and terminology, applications and installations, ASSE test procedures for all devices, troubleshooting, and test failures and causes. The instructor is ASSE certified and the certification exam will be offered on the last day of class (there are 14 exam openings). The ASSE tester application will be sent to you after you register. Students must document five years of experience in the plumbing or drinking water industry on the ASSE application to be eligible for the ASSE tester exam. Fees include the textbooks, ASSE exam proctor, and ASSE exam ($100 value). This course is subject to a minimum enrollment. This course is funded by a grant from Region VII Office of Drinking Water.
    Registration deadline is October 17.
    All Licenses. 
    • Course # CEU 0851 80 
    • 4.0 CEU
    • Mon.-Fri., November 3-7, 2008
    • 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
    • Location: EI 107 
    • Instructor: Fred Spengler
    • Cost: $125

  • ASSE Cross Connection Re-Certification 
    | Registration Form |
    Completing this re-certification class will renew your ASSE Tester License for three years. You must re-certify within six months of your tester license expiration date. Your tester license will not be valid after its expiration date and you have six-months to recertify. After six-month you will need to recertify. This class consists of at least three hours of lecture and review. Students are required to take and pass a 25 questions exam and perform a proctored hands-on exam on a double check (ASSE 1015) and reduced pressure assembly (ASSE1013). The course includes the $50 ASSE recertification fee.
    Registration deadline is November 24.
    All Licenses.
    • Course # CEU 0855 80  
    • .7 CEU
    • Mon and Tue, December 8 and 9, 2008
    • 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.  
    • Location: CS 142
    • Instructor: Fred Spengler 
    • Cost: $215 
  • Surveying for Operators
    | Registration Form |
    This hands-on basic surveying class includes measuring angles with a theodolite, electronic distance measurement, leveling, elevation, and a review of basic trigonometry, with a focus on utility construction applications. Please bring a scientific calculator to class. This course is subject to a minimum enrollment. This course is subject to a minimum enrollment of 6 students.
    Registration deadline is October 1.
    All Licenses.
    • Course # CEU 0871 70  
    • 1.4 CEU
    • Wed. – Thu, Oct 8-9
    • 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  
    • Location: CS 142
    • Instructor: Ardell Knudson
    • Cost: $125
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WWQ & PCA Don Hudson Memorial Scholarship
| Application |

This scholarship, valued at $350, is available to students/operators who wish to take a credit class at Casper College that is listed in the Water Quality Technology curriculum. Applicants mush be residents of Wyoming and a currently certified Wyoming operator to be considered. Applications for this fall are due by August 22, 2008 and will be awarded for the upcoming Fall 2008 semester. Two scholarships may be granted. The scholarships will be awarded after the student registers for the class. For an application call Mixer at 1-800-442-2963 x2670 or email him at wmixer@caspercollege.edu.

Don Hudson was the first executive director of the Wyoming Water Quality (WWQ) and Pollution Control Association (PCA). Don was a strong proponent of operator education. He obtained his college education by working during the days and going to school at night. It was because of his belief in education and operator training that the WWQ/PCA honored Don by naming this award for him upon his passing.

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WATER QUALITY TECHNOLOGY DEGREE CLASSES

  • Applied Math for Operators
    | Registration Form |
    In this class, participants will learn practical and realistic applications of mathematical formulas and problems related to the operations of water and wastewater treatment plants and collection and distribution systems.  Students must attend BOTH sessions.
    Registration deadline is August 20.
    All Licenses
    • Course # ENVT 1500 60
    • 2 credits
    • Wed. and Thurs., August 27-28 and September 3-4
    • 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 
    • Student must attend both sessions.
    • Location: EI 107
    • Instructor: Bill Mixer
    • Cost: $146 + books


  • Safety in Water Quality Systems
    | Registration Form |
    This class is an introduction to safety issues that affect water quality system operators. General safety issues and specific Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations will be reviewed. Topics covered include hazard communication, blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, respiratory protection, lockout-tag out, and general safety practices.  Registration deadline is October 10.
    All Licenses
    • Course # ENVT 1550 60
    • 2 credits
    • Tue., Oct 14 - Thu., Oct., 16 and Thu, Nov., 13
    • Location: EI 107
    • Instructor: Clyde Young
    • Cost: $146.00  + books

  • Distribution Systems
    | Registration Form |
    Internet section. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670.
    This class is an introduction to the basics of distribution system operation and maintenance and key system components. Topics covered include storage, cross connections, water quality, regulations, chlorination, piping, meter, pumps, hydrants, and safety. Course costs include a $50 online provider fee.
    Registration deadline is August 18.
    Distribution Licenses
    • Course # ENVT 1510 N1
    • 3 credits
    • August 25 - December 18
    • Location: NET
    • Instructor: Bill Mixer 
    • Cost: $269 + books

  • Water Treatment Plant Operation I
    | Registration Form |
    Internet section. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670.
    This course is an introduction to the basics of water treatment plant operation and key system components. Includes water sources, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, Safe Drinking Water Act rules and regulations, fluoridation and iron and manganese removal. Course costs include a $50 online provider fee.
    Registration deadline is August 18.
    Water Treatment Licenses
    • Course # ENVT 1560 N1
    • 3 credits
    • August 25 - December 18, 2008
    • Location: NET
    • Instructor: Bill Mixer 
    • Cost: $269 + books

  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation II
    | Registration Form |
    Builds on the concepts presented. This class builds on the concepts presented in Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation I and introduces advanced treatment concepts such as nutrient removal, digestion and sludge handling. A field trip will be included in the class. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670. $50.00 course fee required; payable at time of registration;
    Registration deadline August 18.
    Wastewater Licenses Only
    • Course # ENVT 2535 N1
    • 3 credits
    • August 25 – December 18
    • Location: Internet Section
    • Instructor: Bill Mixer
    • Cost: $269.00+ books

  • Collection System Operation/Maintenance
    | Registration Form |
     Introduction to the basics of collection system operation and maintenance and key system components. Topics to be covered include inspecting and testing, cleaning methods, lift stations, safety and administration. For information and upon registration, email wmixer@caspercollege.edu or call 307-268-2670. $50.00 course fee required; payable at time of registration; Registration deadline August 18.
    Wastewater Licenses Only
    • Course # ENVT 1520 N1
    • 3 credits
    • August 25 – December 18
    • Location: Internet Section
    • Instructor: Bill Mixer
    • Cost: $269.00 + books

  • Waste Stabilization Ponds/Lagoons Operation and Maintenance
    | Registration Form |
    This two day course will cover wastewater composition, lagoon types, facultative and aerated lagoon operational theory, dissolved oxygen and Ph measurement, calculating hydraulic and organic loading, detention time, geometric mean, average flow and percent removal and NPDES permits. Course will also include a field trip. Registration deadline is September 15th . A block of rooms is being held at the Holiday Inn @ 307-864-3131.
    Wastewater Licenses Only
    • Course # ENVT 1650 80
    • 1 credit
    • Wed., September 24 and Thu., September 25
    • Location: Holiday Inn – Thermopolis, WY
    • Instructor: Bill Mixer
    • Cost: $73.00

  • Special Topics – Activated Sludge
    | Registration Form |
     This two day Activated Sludge Process Control course will be held as a pre-conference workshop at the WWQ/PCA annual conference to be held at the Parkway Plaza 10/27-31. This course will cover the basics of activated sludge process control and be taught by Mr. Ron Schulyer. Ron is widely recognized as one of the top trainers in the wastewater industry on this topic and his classes are always very informative. We will be focusing this class on entry level personnel but it will serve as a great review for anyone who operates a activated sludge system. Please contact WWQ for registration information by calling 1-307-268-4726
    Wastewater Licenses Only
    • Course # ENVT 2990 01
    • 1 credit
    • Mon., October 27 and Tue., October 28
    • Location:  Parkway Plaza – Casper, WY
    • Instructor: R. Schulyer
    • Cost: $73.00 
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Bill Mixer                                     307-268-2670 
800-442-2963 x 2670                         or                                                Ann Dalton                                   307-268-2085

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Last Updated 7/9/08