470386 - Introduction to Backflow Prevention - Online

Course Description

Course coordinator: Marta Keilhauer mkeilhauer@treeo.ufl.edu 
Phone: (352) 392-9570 or )352) 294-3878

Introduction to Backflow provides the participant with a broad and basic understanding of various backflow devices. Time is spent discussing what is necessary for a functioning well maintained and managed backflow program. This course is the first day of the Backflow Prevention Tester Training and Certification. This is an Introduction only. You have 30 days to complete the course.

For assistance with this online course, please contact questions@ad.ufl.edu.

If you are eligible for CEUs for this course: You will be responsible for providing your license information at the completion of your course. We will provide confirmation once your information has been submitted. 

Learner Outcomes

Modules will discuss what is necessary for a functioning, well maintained and managed backflow program. A Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester is needed by administrative authorities around the country to assure the backflow prevention assemblies installed continue to protect the drinking water. Upon successful completion of the course, students are awarded a certificate of completion. Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:

• Explain the applicable regulations relative to backflow prevention and cross connection control
• Describe responsibilities of water purveyors, plumbing inspectors, health officials, plumbing trades’ contractors and the water customer
• Describe the hazards associated with cross connections
• Define cross connection and list some common cross connections
• Explain the basic hydraulics of a backflow condition and the differences between backflow due to backpressure and backsiphonage
• Describe the different types of backflow prevention assemblies and what backflow conditions they protect against

Notes

ADDITIONAL (STATE) EXAM INFORMATION

• UF/TREEO only issues certificates of completion. The TREEO Center does NOT issue backflow licenses.
• Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers must check with their local water purveyor to find out what other requirements are necessary. Some water districts may require the backflow tester to also be a State licensed plumbing contractor, while other water suppliers may require the backflow tester to be a licensed plumber and certified repair technician.

COURSE POLICIES

PARTICIPATION POLICY

Unlike a traditional classroom-based course, you do not need to show up to class at a specific time every day in an asynchronous online course. Instead, you need to complete the readings, activities, quizzes, and view the videos within 30 days from registration. Although some of the activities will be ungraded, it is still required that you complete all activities within this online course. GRADING POLICY Complete the quiz at the end of each module and complete the online final exam.

FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION

For successful completion you should complete all of the following requirements:

• Complete all readings
• Watch all videos
• Score at least 70% on each quiz/exam
• Earn an overall course grade of at least 70%
• Complete the course in 30 days

ADDITIONAL POLICIES

POLICY ON ACCOMMODATING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students requesting accommodation for disabilities must contact the UF TREEO Center (kadymorris@treeo.ufl.edu). Accommodations are not retroactive. Therefore, students should contact the office before registering for the course.

TECHNICAL HELP

For non-content related issues with your online course, please contact:

 UF TREEO: 352-294-3874 | train@treeo.ufl.edu

UF Computing Help Desk: 352-392-4357 option 1 | helpdesk@ufl.edu

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