This course introduces the core duties of a public water system operator. Students learn the basics of water sources, treatment, storage, distribution, sampling, regulations, safety, and operator responsibilities. It is designed for new operators, entry-level staff, and anyone preparing to build a strong foundation in drinking water operations. 20-Hr
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Participants must provide information for all required fields, including their U.S. citizenship/permanent resident status, and meet all attendance and course completion requirements. If this information is not provided, the participant may be considered incomplete and may not receive a certificate of completion.
Simple calculator with square root function.
Photo identification on the first day of class. See the “Policy” page of the websitefor approved forms of identification and additional guidelines.
Course materials, notebook, and writing utensils as directed by the instructor.
Class attendance is an essential part of the education process. Participants are expected to attend all class sessions, activities, discussions, and required exercises. This course requires participants to attend a minimum of 100% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, the instructor will review any additional attendance or participation requirements.
Prior water utility experience is helpful but not required. This course is recommended for entry-level water operators, utility employees, and individuals preparing to begin the TCEQ water operator licensing pathway.
Explain the basic responsibilities of a public water system operator.
Identify major components of water treatment and distribution systems.
Describe basic water quality, disinfection, safety, and regulatory concepts.
Recognize common operational terms, equipment, and procedures used in drinking water operations.
Apply basic operator knowledge to support safe and compliant utility operations.
This course introduces the core duties of a public water system operator. Students learn the basics of water sources, treatment, storage, distribution, sampling, regulations, safety, and operator responsibilities. It is designed for new operators, entry-level staff, and anyone preparing to build a strong foundation in drinking water operations. 20-Hr
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Participants must provide information for all required fields, including their U.S. citizenship/permanent resident status, and meet all attendance and course completion requirements. If this information is not provided, the participant may be considered incomplete and may not receive a certificate of completion.
Simple calculator with square root function.
Photo identification on the first day of class. See the “Policy” page of the websitefor approved forms of identification and additional guidelines.
Course materials, notebook, and writing utensils as directed by the instructor.
Class attendance is an essential part of the education process. Participants are expected to attend all class sessions, activities, discussions, and required exercises. This course requires participants to attend a minimum of 100% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, the instructor will review any additional attendance or participation requirements.
Prior water utility experience is helpful but not required. This course is recommended for entry-level water operators, utility employees, and individuals preparing to begin the TCEQ water operator licensing pathway.
Explain the basic responsibilities of a public water system operator.
Identify major components of water treatment and distribution systems.
Describe basic water quality, disinfection, safety, and regulatory concepts.
Recognize common operational terms, equipment, and procedures used in drinking water operations.
Apply basic operator knowledge to support safe and compliant utility operations.