The certificate program will prepare students to take the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grades I, II, III.
Wastewater Treatment
Certificate of Achievement in Wastewater Treatment 2021-2022
(Major #C.8400.CA)
The certificate program in waste water treatment will provide students with skills to be able to; identify the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of typical municipal sewage; interpret federal and state laws and regulations as they relate to wastewater treatment process; evaluate the performance and operation of the various processes involved in wastewater treatment; evaluate problems and provide solutions in the treatment system; and calculate pump requirements. These classes are designed for current employees in the field of waste water treatment.
Complete the following program of study. Requirements (16 units minimum).
| Course | Course Description | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COUN 47 | Learning Strategies | 2 |
| OT 17 | Job Retention and Responsibilities | 1 |
| WTD 106 | Basic Wastewater Treatment and Distribution | 3 |
| WTD 107 | Advanced Wastewater Treatment | 3 |
| WTD 114 | Water Mathematics | 3 |
| Select one option from the following: | ||
| Course | Course Description | Units |
| ENGL 125 and ENGL 126 |
Writing Skills for College and Reading Skills for College |
8 |
| ENGL 1A | Reading and Composition | 4 |
