Training
Distribution Certification Exam Preparation Course
Distribution Certification Exam Preparation Course
Dates & Locations
Tuesday, September 8 – Vermont Rural Water Association (20 Susie Wilson Rd, Suite B, Essex Junction)
Tuesday, September 22 – F.W. Webb (3091 Cold River Rd, Rutland)
Tuesday, September 29 – Hartford Town Office (171 Bridge St, White River Junction)
Tuesday, October 6 – Vermont Rural Water Association (20 Susie Wilson Rd, Suite B, Essex Junction)
Tuesday, October 13 – F.W. Webb (3091 Cold River Rd, Rutland)
Tuesday, October 20 – Vermont Rural Water Association (20 Susie Wilson Rd, Suite B, Essex Junction)
Time
8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day
Description
This multi-week course is designed for those preparing to take the Distribution (Class D) Certification Exam. Topics will include all aspects of distribution systems, as well as hydraulics, water chemistry, water mathematics, and sampling procedures. You are expected to attend all class sessions.
Textbooks
The following books are required for all students:
Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs, Sacramento State) – $100
Water System Operations Water Distribution, Grades 1 & 2 (American Water Works Association) – $101
This book is recommended:
Water Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) – $111
Click the links above to purchase each book. The deadline to purchase books is August 24. Books will be shipped on August 25.
Credit
36 TCH (Water)
Treatment Category 1 & 2, Distribution Category 1 & 2 | Learn more
Instructor
Paula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
Exam
Find information about the Distribution Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams
Additional Classes
Students are encouraged to take Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators on September 25. Register here.
Please note: you must select a quantity before clicking “Register.”

