Water and Wastewater

To obtain current class dates, times, and fees go to www.jjc.edu/pro_students/class_schd. You will need the class number (located in parenthesis after the class title) to locate the information. To register for a class go to eresources.jjc.edu. If you have any questions, email jjcietinfo@jjc.edu.

Water/Wastewater:
Operator licensing exam review classes.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Review Class 3 & 4 (WTR 882)
Study for the Class 3 and Class 4 wastewater operator’s license examinations, which are administered by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. To be eligible to test at the conclusion of class, you need three years of experience for Class 3, and one year for Class 4. Contact IEPA to about test eligibility requirements or changes.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Review Class 1 & 2 (WTR 883)
Study for the Class 1 and Class 2 wastewater operator’s license examinations, which are administered by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. To be eligible to test at the conclusion of class, you need eight years of experience for Class 1, and six years for Class 2. Contact IEPA about test eligibility requirements or changes.

Water Treatment Operator Review Class C & D (WTR 885)
Study for the Class C and Class D water operator’s license examinations, which are administered by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. To be eligible to test at the conclusion of class, you need one year of experience for Class C, and six months for Class D. Contact IEPA about test eligibility requirements or changes.

Water Treatment Operator Review Class A & B (WTR 886)
Study for the Class A and Class B water operator’s license examinations, which are administered by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. To be eligible to test at the conclusion of class, you need three years of experience for Class A or B. Contact IEPA about test eligibility requirements or changes.

Class K Industrial Wastewater Treatment Exam Prep (WTR 888)
T1 08:00A-11:00A S MAIN
Quick training over 5 weekends allows companies to meet regulations requiring Class K-permitted staff. Send up to 4 people at the company rate.

For Water Operator’s:
Classes approved by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to earn Renewal Training Credits (RTCs).

Water Mapping and Planning (WTR 896)
The main focus of this class will be integrating new community growth into your existing system efficiently and cost effectively. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

New System Inspection (WTR 897)
This class covers new system construction, general construction methods and procedures, new construction inspecting procedures and record keeping, testing and reporting, and pre-construction meetings.(3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Corrosion Control for Distribution Systems (WTR 904)
This class identifies the corrosion process and proven measures to reduce its negative impact on metallic piping and associated fittings. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Operating Reports & Applied Math (WTR 898)
This class covers all aspects of IEPA record keeping, reporting, required frequency and procedures, and more. Mathematics for chemical calculations and well pumping will also be demonstrated. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Routine Chemical Addition (WTR 899)
This class covers chemical addition and testing of potable water (procedures for well water only). All types of disinfections methods including fluoridation and phosphate addition will be discussed. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Municipal Fire Hydrants (WTR 900)
This class provides an in-depth look at fire hydrants, including hydrant maintenance and repair, hydrant flushing programs, and fire system testing. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Leak Detection for Distribution Systems (WTR 901)
This class covers fundamentals on leak detection and leak location techniques using electronic equipment. Additional topics include line location for water main and service connections. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Water Storage Tank Maintenance (WTR 902)
This class covers the basics of water storage tank inspection, and discusses the best methods to assess conditions, specify needed repairs, applicability of cathodic protection systems for interior corrosion prevention and more.. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

SCADA Systems (WTR 903)
This course explains SCADA systems, demonstrating how to evaluate benefits and limitations in relation to your own water system (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

Meter Maintenance/Automated Reading (WTR 905)
This class reviews basic maintenance, automated meter reading systems such as touch reading and radio frequency reading systems; causes of wear and tear, technology solutions, and much more. (3 Renewal Training Credits through the Illinois EPA)

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