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WATER TREATMENT & WASTEWATER PROGRAM DEP APPROVED COURSES
Northampton Community College offers DEP approved training courses at our Main Campus in Bethlehem and at our satellite campuses in Monroe County Campus.  The following courses have been approved by the DEP for water and wastewater training and continuing education units:
Wastewater Operations I   Wastewater Operations II   Water Treatment I   Water Treatment II	Basic Math for Operators   Water Distribution Systems   Basic Electricity   Small Water Systems Maintenance and Operations
Main Campus Courses- Spring 2009 Basic Electricity Provides fundamentals of electricity for anyone working with industrial equipment or electrical construction. Covers safety, basic AC and DC circuit operation and analysis, meter usage, schematics, and circuit component operation. Practical applications provided throughout. Scientific calculator recommended. DEP approved course. Text required from College Bookstore. Fee includes all other materials. 60 Hrs. CEUs: 6.0 Course Code: VTSI2017 Section 10: Tues., Thurs., Jan. 22-Apr. 7, 6:30-9:30PM Section 12: Tues., Thurs., Feb. 19-May 7, 6:30-9:30PM Section 13: Tues., Thurs., Feb. 19-May 7, 8:30-11:30AM Fee: $450 Register online! Water Treatment I Introductory preparation of operators of water treatment plants for the state certification exam. Includes water sources, reservoir management, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, corrosion control, plant operation and safety. Course focuses on math review. DEP approved course. Textbook required from College Bookstore. Fee includes all other materials. 36 Hrs. CEUs: 3.6 Weds., Feb. 18-May 13, 6-9PM Course Code: PTRT7004-10 Fee: $400 Register online!   Wastewater Operations II Provides operation and maintenance personnel with an understanding of the preliminary, chemical, and biological components for the plan with emphasis on math and chemistry requirements of the state certification exam. DEP approved course. Textbook required from College Bookstore. Fee includes all other materials. 36 Hrs. CEUs: 3.6 Weds., Feb. 18-May 13, 6-9PM Course Code: PTRT7002-10 Fee:$400 Register online! Monroe Campus- Spring 2009 Basic Math for Operators Provides an introduction to the basic mathematical principals needed in both water and wastewater operations.  Covers basic nomenclature and calculating percentages and ratios and proportions, performing dimensional analysis, understanding and calculating areas, volumes, and by calculating pressure, force, and head. The course is ideal for entry level workers or those looking for an examination review course. DEP approved course. Textbook required from College Bookstore. 20 Hrs. CEUs: 2.0 Mon., Jan. 26-March 9, 6-9PM Course Code: PTRT7026-80 Fee: $250 Register online! Water Distribution Systems Designed to train operators in the safe and effective operation and maintenance of water distribution systems. Covers the responsibilities of an operator for water storage and distribution systems and provides an understanding of the basic operational and maintenance concepts. DEP approved course. Textbook required from College Bookstore. 36 Hrs. CEUs: 3.6 Weds., Mar. 4-May 20, 6-9PM Course Code: PTRT7025-80 Fee: $400 Register online! Wastewater Operations I Introductory course prepares operators and maintenance personnel working in the field for the state certification exam. Covers physical, chemical, and biological treatment along with operation of types of treatment units. DEP approved course. Textbook required from College Bookstore. 36 Hrs. CEUs: 3.6 Thurs., Mar. 5-May 21, 6-9PM Course Code: PTRT7001-80 Fee: $400 Register online!
Registration Information In addition to registering online, participants may also register for classes with a credit card at 1-877-543-0998 or by mail with a registration form.  When registering for courses over the telephone, please reference the course code.  To obtain a mail in registration form, please call 610-861-5080.