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SUMMARY:Class 4 Water Treatment Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates \nWednesday\, September 4\nTuesday\, September 17 – on Zoom\nFriday\, October 4\nMonday\, October 7\nTuesday\, October 8\nThursday\, October 17\nTuesday\, October 22\nThursday\, October 24\n8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day \nDescription\nThis multi-week course is designed for those training to become a Class 4 water treatment operator. All aspects of water operations are covered to prepare you to take the certification exams. You are expected to attend all class sessions. \nTextbooks \nThe following books are required for all students:\nWater Treatment Plant Operation\, Volume 1 (Office of Water Programs\, Sacramento State) – $100\nWater System Operations Water Treatment\, Grade 2 (American Water Works Association) – $86\n \nThis book is recommended:\nWater Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) – $106 \nBooks can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class. \nCredit\n48 TCH (Water) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nExam \nFind information about the Class 4 Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams \nAdditional Classes \nThe following classes are recommended for all students:\nBasic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: Friday\, October 11 in Essex or Friday\, October 18 in Rutland\nClass 4 Exam Preparation: Tuesday\, October 29 in White River Junction
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/class-4-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Hartford Area Career and Technical Center\, 1 Gifford Rd\, White River Junction\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T153000
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SUMMARY:Water Distribution Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates \nThursday\, September 5\nTuesday\, September 17 – on Zoom\nThursday\, September 19\nThursday\, October 10\nWednesday\, October 16\nWednesday\, October 23\n8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day \nDescription\nThis 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. \nTextbooks \nThe following books are required for all students:\nWater Distribution System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs\, Sacramento State) – $100\nWater System Operations Water Distribution\, Grades 1 & 2 (American Water Works Association) – $96 \nThis book is recommended:\nWater Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) – $106 \nBooks can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class. \nCredit\n36 TCH (Water) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nExam \nFind information about the Distribution Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams \nAdditional Classes \nThe following classes are recommended for all students:\nBasic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: Friday\, October 11 in Essex or Friday\, October 18 in Rutland\nDistribution Exam Preparation: Wednesday\, October 30 in Essex
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/distribution-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Vermont Rural Water Association\, 20 Susie Wilson Rd\, Essex Junction\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042609
CREATED:20240718T190558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T145020Z
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SUMMARY:Water Treatment: Chlorination
DESCRIPTION:Description\nBoth continuous chlorination and shock chlorination are integral parts of water treatment. Water systems operators should understand both of these concepts to ensure that public health is protected. This class will cover the following topics: \n\nChlorine chemistry\nBreakpoint chlorination and how to achieve it\nSodium hypochlorite feed equipment and how to avoid feed pump malfunctions\nContamination events that warrant shock chlorination\nProper shock chlorination procedures\nShock chlorination of water storage tanks and distribution piping\nProper dechlorination methods and equipment\n\nCredit\n3 TCH (Water) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/chlorination-9-6/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042609
CREATED:20240612T173347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T231655Z
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SUMMARY:Funding and Financing for Infrastructure Projects
DESCRIPTION:Description\nSecuring funding and financing for infrastructure projects is a necessary part of running a utility\, but where do you start? This session will outline the “Step 0” tasks that are necessary to prepare for applying for the three most common sources of capital in Vermont to make infrastructure investments—the State Revolving Funds\, USDA-RD\, and the Vermont Bond Bank. In addition\, we will discuss budgeting\, rate setting\, asset management\, and capital improvement planning. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water & Wastewater) \nInstructor\nAshley Lucht (Quantified Ventures) \nProctor\nAllison Smith (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/funding-financing-9-11/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wastewater Credit,Water Credit,Zoom Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042609
CREATED:20240524T182145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T190229Z
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SUMMARY:Class 3 Water Treatment Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates \nTuesday\, September 17 – on Zoom\nFriday\, October 4\nMonday\, October 7\nTuesday\, October 8\nThursday\, October 17\nTuesday\, October 22\n8:30 am to 3:30 pm each day \nDescription\nThis multi-week course is designed for those training to become a Class 3 water treatment operator. All aspects of water operations are covered to prepare you to take the certification exam. You are expected to attend all class sessions. \nTextbooks \nThe following books are required for all students:\nSmall Water System Operation and Maintenance (Office of Water Programs\, Sacramento State) – $100\nWater System Operations Water Treatment\, Grade 2 (American Water Works Association) – $86\n \nThis book is recommended:\nWater Operator Certification Exam Prep (American Water Works Association) – $106 \nBooks can be purchased along with your registration and will be distributed on the first day of class. \nCredit\n36 TCH (Water) \nInstructor\nPaula Jackson (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nExam \nFind information about the Class 3 Certification Exam at https://dec.vermont.gov/water/drinking-water/public-water-system-operator-certification/public-water-system-operator-exams \nAdditional Classes \nThe following classes are recommended for all students:\nBasic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators: Friday\, October 11 in Essex or Friday\, October 18 in Rutland\nClass 3 Exam Preparation: Monday\, October 28 in White River Junction
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/class-3-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Hartford Area Career and Technical Center\, 1 Gifford Rd\, White River Junction\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042609
CREATED:20240524T193025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T144237Z
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SUMMARY:Hydrants\, Valves\, Taps\, and Meters
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course will begin with a hands-on overview of hydrant and valve maintenance. The class will also discuss taps and meters\, as well as maintenance\, installation\, and new technologies in the industry. The class is located at EJP’s Barre office and will utilize actual equipment and components to give participants an opportunity to practice disassembling and assembling hydrants and their components. \nCredit\n3 TCH (Water) \nInstructors\nBrian Burns and Mike Ganeun (EJP) \nProctor\nAllison Smith (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/hydrants-9-24/
LOCATION:EJP Office\, 2318 Airport Rd\, Barre\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Water Credit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042609
CREATED:20240813T195346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T175855Z
UID:16178-1727337600-1730905200@vtruralwater.org
SUMMARY:Basic Wastewater Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates\nThursday\, September 26\nTuesday\, October 1 – on Zoom (beginning at 9 am)\nThursday\, October 3\nThursday\, October 10\nThursday\, October 17\nThursday\, October 24\nThursday\, October 31\nWednesday\, November 6\n8 am to 3 pm each day (except October 1) \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 for this class. \nCredit\n47 TCH – Wastewater \nCost\n$745 (with textbook)\n$645 (no textbook) \nMath Class \nStudents are encouraged to attend Basic Math for Water and Wastewater Operators. It will be offered on Friday\, October 11 in Essex and Friday\, October 18 in Rutland. \nRegister early! The maximum class size is 20.
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/basic-wastewater-course-fall-2024/
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:20240926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260526T042609
CREATED:20240524T193844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T135737Z
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SUMMARY:Developing and Updating Your Source Protection Plan
DESCRIPTION:Class Description \nJoin staff from the Vermont Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division (DWGPD) and the Vermont Rural Water Association to learn about new tools in the world of source water protection planning. This training will focus on the key components of a source protection plan. Attendees will be introduced to DWGPD’s new online tools\, including a template and guidance document that you can use to develop your water system’s source protection plan (SPP) and/or source protection plan update (SPPU). There will be an interactive demonstration of the template and guidance document\, as well as a review of the new ANR Online Source Protection Plan Submission Form. These tools can streamline the process of creating and updating a water system’s source protection plan and help water systems stay in compliance with State of Vermont regulations. \nThe class itself will be 9 am to 12:30 pm. Starting at 1 pm there will be an optional work session that does not provide credit hours. \nClass Credit\n3 TCH (Water) \nOptional Work Session \nStay after class and work on your water system’s Source Protection Plan. Brad and Laura will be available to provide technical assistance and answer questions. No TCHs will be provided for the work session. \nAttendees are strongly encouraged to bring a laptop\, power cord\, their current Source Protection Plan\, and any pertinent water system documents. Power and Wi-Fi will be available. Links to various databases and resources will be provided for use during the work session. \nInstructors\nLaura Ranker (VT Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division)\nBrad Roy (Vermont Rural Water Association) \nProctor\nTim Russo (Vermont Rural Water Association)
URL:https://vtruralwater.org/event/source-protection-plan-9-26/
LOCATION:DEC St Johnsbury Regional Office\, 374 Emerson Falls Rd\, Suite 4\, St Johnsbury\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cancelled
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