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Course Description

  • CEUs: 0.5
  • TREEO FDEP OCP 04251028: CEUs 0.5 DS DW WW
  • FBPE Provider #0004021: 5 CEHs
  • Time: 8:00am-1:00pm
  • Virtual Students: will need both microphone and camera access NO EXCEPTIONS
Course coordinator: Areiole Williams areiole.williams@treeo.ufl.edu
Phone: (352) 392-9570 or 352-294-3877
This course is designed to give the student an overview of how to identify and maintain the pipes and valves commonly found in a water distribution system. Subjects covered include piping dynamics, types of pipes and fittings, pipe joining methods, types of valves, proper valve operation, basic valve maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.

Learner Outcomes

At the end of this course students will be able to:

  • Describe the forces placed on water system piping and valves
  • List the different piping and tubing materials found in a typical water distribution system
  • Identify and describe the various joining methods for pipes and tubing
  • Identify and describe the various valves found in a water system
  • Discuss the proper operation and maintenance of water system valves
  • Explain how to effectively perform emergency water line repairs

Recommendations

Mechanical maintenance personnel, operators, supervisors, and engineers of water and wastewater systems can benefit from this course.

Testimonials

"I liked most the way the handout book is made, simple but complete on information."
"Excellent instructor! Covered a lot of information I did not previously know."
"I liked getting to see how everything actually worked instead of just hearing about it."
"Very informative."
"Well organized!"
"I liked most how Glynn presented and involved the class."
"Clear explanation of topic."
"Liked how Glynn goes in detail about gate valves."
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Section Title
Water Distribution System Pipes and Valves
Type
Discussion
Days
F
Time
8:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Jul 12, 2024
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
5.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $199.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 07, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 07, 2024
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