CEU Classes

Whether it's preparing for a certification or building your skills, DMACC offers a variety continuing education classes and workshops for water and wastewater treatment operators.

Requirements for Online Classes: Computer or Tablet or Smart Phone, Internet Connection, Camera/Webcam, Microphone, and speakers

April

Water Treatment Math: 4/4/2023 - 4/18/2023

Date: 4/4/2023 - 4/18/2023
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Location: Ankeny-Bldg 20, Rm 8
Days: Tuesday

15 Hr Wastewater Collection Math: 4/6/2023 - 4/20/2023

Date: 4/6/2022 - 4/20/2022
Time: 09:00AM - 03:00PM
Location: Ankeny-Bldg 20, Rm 10
Days: Thursday

Description: This 15 hour course will help Wastewater Operators overcome any math challenges, and improve their wastewater math skills. This course is for entry-level and current grade I or II operators. It covers the ABC Formula/Conversion Table, math basics, units, conversions, solving word problems, calculations, and much more. This course will prepare the student for the certification exam.

30 Hr Water Distribution Basic: 4/11/2023 - 4/26/2023

Date: 4/11/2023 - 4/11/2023
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Location: Online
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday

Description: This 30-hour (3 CEUs) training course provides a solid foundation and builds on knowledge about water sources and characteristics, math, hydraulics, pumping stations, flow measurement, preliminary treatment, primary treatment, secondary treatment, disinfection, sampling and lab, safety, administration, laws and regulations. This course satisfies DNR Grade I Water Distribution eligibility requirement and is for entry-level and current grade I or II operators. This class, along with 6 months experience will satisfy the eligibility requirement for the Iowa DNR Water Distribution Systems Grade I and is a good review for anyone planning to take the Water Distribution Systems Grade II or III exams.

May

30 Hr Wastewater Treatment Basics: 5/10/2023 - 5/18/2023

Date: 5/10/2023 - 5/18/2023
Time: 08:00AM - 04:30PM
Location: Ankeny-Bldg 20, Rm 8
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday

Description: This course covers the basics of wastewater sources, characteristics, operations and regulations as well as biological treatment principles, wastewater math. Participants will have an overview of the operation of preliminary, primary and secondary treatment operations. This course & 6 months experience satisfies the requirements to take the State Grade 1 Exam. This is a good review for the Grade II exam. Class meets in person. Text books and class material provided.

June

30 Hr Water Treatment Basics: 6/6/2023 - 6/12/2023

Date: 6/6/2023 - 6/6/2023
Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Location: Online
Days: Tuesday, Thursday

Description: This 30-hour training course provides a foundation and builds on knowledge about water sources and characteristics. This class & 6 months experience satisfies DNR Grade I Water Treatment eligibility. This class is for entry-level and current grade I or II operators. Class meets virtually via Blackboard. A link with instructions will be sent 2-3 days before the class starts.

30 Hr Grade 3 & 4 Wastewater Treatment Exam Prep: 6/13/2023 - 6/21/2023

Date: 6/13/2023 - 6/21/2023
Time: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: Location TBD
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday

Description: This course is designed for Wastewater operators preparing for the Grade 3 or Grade 4 certification exam. Prerequisite: Grade 2 Wastewater operator's license. Must be competent in basic math and WW treatment processes. Topics Include: Treatment Process Monitoring, Evaluation, & Adjustment; Equipment Operation, Maintenance, & Evaluation; Laboratory Analysis; Security, Safety, & Administrative Procedures.