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SUMMARY:Basic Wastewater Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nWednesday\, March 26\nWednesday\, April 2\nWednesday\, April 9\nWednesday\, April 16\nWednesday\, April 23\nWednesday\, April 30\nWednesday\, May 7\nTuesday\, May 13\n8 am to 3 pm each day \nDescription\nThis eight-session course will prepare attendees to take the Grades 1\, 2\, or 3 Domestic Wastewater certification exams\, and is a great primer for those taking higher grade exams. Attendees will learn the basic concepts of wastewater treatment from collection system to final disposal of effluents and solids. \nThe course will be taught by Elijah Lemieux and Wayne Graham from the Vermont Rural Water Association\, along with guest presenters to provide expertise on specific topics. \nTextbook\nThe course is based on Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants (Volume 1\, 8th edition) by the Office of Water Programs. All students are required to have a copy of this book. You can purchase it for $100 when you register. \nCredit\n48 TCH – Wastewater \nCost\n$760 (with textbook)\n$660 (no textbook) \nRegister early! The maximum class size is 20.
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/basic-ww-course-spring-2025/
LOCATION:Chester Public Safety Building\, 130 Pleasant St\, Chester\, VT\, 05143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Wastewater Credit
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SUMMARY:Wastewater Operator’s Guide to NPDES Permits and Facility Inspections
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis class will cover frequently asked questions about permits\, how to review your renewed permit and fact sheet\, a brief summary of permit changes based on EPA’s 2021 review of the program and the Vermont Water Quality Standards updated in 2022\, and common questions/issues with the nForm. We will also go over the state process for inspecting wastewater treatment facilities\, pump stations\, and collection systems. Learn how to be prepared for an inspection\, including paperwork that you will need to have available. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Wastewater) \nInstructor\nWastewater Management Program staff \nProctor\nElijah Lemieux (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/npdes-permits-5-6/
LOCATION:National Life Complex\, Dewey Building\, 1 National Life Drive\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T080000
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SUMMARY:2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Vermont Rural Water’s 2025 Conference will include a trade show\, luncheon\, and trainings. Click here to view the full schedule. \nCost\n$85 Member\n$130 Non-member \nTraining Classes \nEarn 3.5 TCH (water/wastewater) if you attend a class during each session. The first classes begin at 8:30 am. Class descriptions can be found in the conference schedule here. \nClass Topics: \n\n\n\nSCADA Overview\, Troubleshooting\, & Resiliency (Tom Allen\, LCS Controls)\nPeristaltic Pumps 101 (Kevin Moran\, Stenner Pumps)\nIce Pigging: Advanced Pipe Cleaning Technology (Paul Treloar\, American Pipeline Solutions and Dean Rheume\, Town of Middlebury)\nSecurity and Resilience: Champlain Water District’s Partnership with CISA (Joe Duncan\, Champlain Water District)\nDrinking Water Regulatory Updates (Ben Montross\, DWGPD)\nWastewater Regulatory Updates (Heather Collins\, Michelle Kolb\, and Garrett Walsh\, Wastewater Management Program)\n\n\n\nAdditional Activities \nVermont Drinking Water Week will be hosting the 2025 Water Taste Test during the conference. To participate\, submit an entry form by May 1 and deliver one gallon of water to the Taste Test table in the lobby by 9 am on May 15.\n     Taste Test Rules\n     Entry Form (PDF)\n     Entry Form (Word doc) \nThere will be a Golf Tournament on Wednesday\, May 14. Learn more and register here. \nTo exhibit in the Trade Show\, click here. \nTo Sponsor the conference\, click here. \nSponsored by:
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/2025-conference/
LOCATION:Lake Morey Resort\, 82 Clubhouse Rd\, Fairlee\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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SUMMARY:Pump School
DESCRIPTION:This course is being organized and offered by Champlin Associates for FREE. Lunch is also generously being provided for participants. \nDescription\nThis three-part class will introduce submersible pump components\, pump curves\, and diagnosing pump failures using a systems approach. Topics include: \n\nBasics of pumps and systems\nPump curves—how to read them and why you would want to\nOptimizing pump selection\nSystems-oriented approaches to failure analysis\n\nCredit\n6 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nInstructor\nNick Terranova (HOMA Pump Technology) \nProctor\nAllison Smith (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/pump-school-5-20/
LOCATION:Franklin Event Center\, 1 Scale Ave\, Suite 92\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T123000
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SUMMARY:Personal Protective Equipment\, Ladder\, and Electrical Safety
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis class will cover several safety considerations for water and wastewater personnel. First\, we will look at new and improved personal protective equipment (PPE). Falls are the second highest cause of workplace fatality across the nation\, so we will discuss ladder safety at home and in the workplace. Water and wastewater operators work on and around electrical equipment at their facilities. This class focuses on the electrical safety measures that should be in place at your facility. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nCost\n$24 Member\n$48 Non-member \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/ppe-5-27/
LOCATION:National Life Complex\, Dewey Building\, 1 National Life Drive\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waitlist,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T090000
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SUMMARY:Advanced WW Series: Real Control of the Activated Sludge Process
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis class will discuss the science and math behind the three principles guiding the control of the activated sludge process: (1) give the mixed liquor just the air it needs\, where it needs it\, when it needs it; (2) identify and maintain the minimum SRT TARGET that meets the effluent ammonia requirement and gives the best sludge quality; and (3) maintain the lowest RAS flow possible without overloading the secondary clarifier. \nCredit\n5 TCH (Wastewater) \nInstructor\nEric Wahlberg (Wastewater Technology Trainers) \nProctor\nWayne Graham (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nAdvanced Wastewater Treatment Series \nThis class is part of the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Series. Classes in this series are intended for experienced wastewater operators. It is recommended that you have attended the Basic Wastewater Course\, passed a wastewater certification exam\, and/or worked a number of years at a wastewater treatment facility before taking these advanced classes. \nThese classes are designed for operators who are looking to enhance their understanding of wastewater treatment; preparing for a Grade 3\, 4\, or 5 wastewater exam; or seeking a management position at a wastewater treatment facility. There is no formal enrollment in the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Series—just sign up for each class you want to take. These classes will have “Advanced WW Series” in the title. Find more information here.
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/activated-sludge-5-29/
LOCATION:National Life Complex\, Dewey Building\, 1 National Life Drive\, Montpelier\, VT\, 05602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit
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SUMMARY:Lake Champlain Live
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nJoin us aboard the University of Vermont’s new state-of-the-art research vessel the R/V Marcelle Melosira for a hands-on glimpse into the science of Lake Champlain. This training will engage attendees in learning about the current condition of our state’s largest receiving water\, as well as how our work in the water and wastewater industry impacts aquatic ecosystems. While aboard the research vessel\, attendees will be guided by Watershed Educators as they learn about the unique properties of the lake and gather data that assists researchers in understanding the dynamic nature of the lake. We will learn about ongoing research\, gain experience with science on the lake\, and deepen our understanding of the interaction between the many physical\, biological\, chemical\, and cultural variables that contribute to the health of the lake and its watershed. \nClass Credit\n2 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nLocation\nThe Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory is located on the back side of the ECHO Center on the waterfront. Attendees will be responsible for finding their own parking in Burlington. Paid parking is available at the city-owned parking lot across from the ECHO Center on a first-come-first-served basis. \nImportant Notes\nThis training takes place on the water and will be subject to cancellation if weather conditions are deemed unsafe. In the event of a cancellation up to the time of departure\, we will contact you via the phone number and e-mail address you registered with. \nPlease wear close-toed shoes and appropriate clothing to be away from shore for the duration of the training. Closed-toed shoes are required to board the vessel. Bring sunscreen\, water\, and anything else you may need for the trip. The R/V Marcelle Melosira does have a bathroom and sheltered cabin. \nInstructors\nLake Champlain Sea Grant Watershed Instructors \nProctor\nBrad Roy (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/lake-champlain-live-5-29/
LOCATION:Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory\, 3 College Street\, Burlington\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Wastewater Credit,Water Credit
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