Rocky Mountain Water and Wastewater Fundamentals School
February 1-5, 2010
The Rocky Mountain Water and Wastewater Fundamentals School is a basic comprehensive overview for water and wastewater operators. The course is divided into two separate classes, one on water and one on wastewater. The course is designed for people who are new to the field. It should be beneficial to those seeking Class “C”, “D” “T”, “SWS (Small Water System)” and “SWWS (Small Waste Water System)” certification. Better than 95 percent of the operators attending the Fundamentals course are either new to the field or are taking the course for the first time.
The goal of the Fundamentals School is to provide education for operators so they possess a better understanding of the water and wastewater fields. The courses are designed to furnish operators with basic concepts of how treatment processes work and the requirements of government regulations. The Fundamentals School curriculum also provides opportunities to prepare for either the water or wastewater certification exams. However, operators should not use the courses as their only study guide for certifications exams.
The Fundamentals School is NOT affiliated with the Colorado Operator Certification Program Office (OCPO). Exam applications must be submitted directly to OCPO. The school registration does not include the exam.
“A” and “B” operators are encouraged to participate in the Intermediate and Advanced School in March which offers courses geared for experienced treatment plant operators.
| Fundamentals School | |
| Course Director: | Paul Kottenstette, City of Aurora, retired |
| Course Supervisors: | Joy Barrett, RCAP Bill Hogrewe, RCAC Leah O’Connor, City of Aurora |