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Basic Chemistry for Water and Wastewater Operators

Basic Chemistry for Water and Wastewater Operators

this 12-week course in preparation for the F1 or F2 exam.

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 to Wednesday, April 30, 2025

* Registration open until 2/12/25 at 8:00 AM (EST)

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Basic Chemistry for Water and Wastewater Operators

12-Week Chemistry Course for Water Operators

Instructed By: Gary Wozniak, PE, Water Distribution Engineer, Lansing BWL

Registration Cost
Early-Bird Price (through January 12th)  - $445
*Regular Price (after January 12th) - $495

Earn Credits While Advancing Your Career!

  • 3.0 Science SHEs
  • DW/WW Tech CECs (Amount Pending)
  • PDHs

This comprehensive course is perfect for professionals in the water industry seeking to build or refresh their chemistry knowledge. Topics include:

  • Atoms and the elements
  • Chemical bonds and compounds
  • Solutions, acids, and bases
  • Chlorination, alkalinity, and more

The course features a combination of engaging lectures and in-lab experiments, providing both theoretical and practical knowledge. Instruction is led by an expert with extensive experience in drinking water and wastewater systems, ensuring you receive relevant, industry-focused education. A basic chemistry book is included with the course fee.

Who Should Attend?

  • Operators needing college-level credits (3.0 Science SHEs)
  • Drinking water professionals preparing for the EGLE F1 or F2 Exam
  • Wastewater professionals preparing for the EGLE A or B Exam
  • Chemists and lab technicians seeking targeted training in water-based chemistry
  • Anyone looking to advance their knowledge or refresh their understanding of chemistry

Take the next step in your professional development. Enroll today!

*Students must attend all 12 class sessions to receive 3.0 SHE credits. NO partial SHE credits will be issued.
*Students must attend all 12 class sessions to receive 3.0 CEC credits. NO partial CEC credits will be issued.

For More Information:

Dan Wood
Michigan Water Environment Association (517)641-7377
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IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL

Every WEDNESDAY from 1:00-3:45 pm EST for 12 weeks
*In the case of inclement weather, the class will be held virtually.
2025 Course Schedule
Wk 1  Course Information
 Chapter 1 - Introduction		 February 12
Wk 2  Chapter 2 - Atoms and Elements February 19
Wk 3  Chapter 3 - Chemical Bonding and Compounds February 26
Wk 4  Chapter 4 - Chemical Stoichiometry March 5
Wk 5  Chapter 5 - States of Matter: Gasses March 12
Wk 6  Chapter 6 - States of Matter: Liquids March 19
Wk 7  Chapter 7 - Solutions March 26
Wk 8  Chapter 8 - Acids and Bases April 2
Wk 9  Chapter 9 - Chlorination April 9
Wk 10  Chapter 10 - Alkalinity
 Chapter 11 - Coagulation and Flocculation		 April 16
Wk 11  Chapter 12 - Water Softening April 23
Wk 12  Chapter 13 - Phosphorous and Nitrogen Removal April 30