Description

ABOUT

This class is designed for anyone interested in obtaining the GA Wastewater Laboratory Analyst certification. This course is a classroom/laboratory and online hybrid where trainees will perform many hands-on exercises. The course provides the required training hours for the GA Wastewater Laboratory Analyst certification (27 hours) meets the WPI Needs-to-Know topics.

COURSE SCHEDULE

In person attendance is required. The class will meet on the TWT campus once a week, on Thursdays, from June 4th through August 6th, from 9am-3pm. Weekly online assignments will be posted on Google Classroom. In-person attendance and completion of weekly virtual assignments are required for attendance. 

MAJOR TOPICS: 

• Plant Operation
• Sampling 
• Process Control vs. Regulatory Reporting 
• Solution Chemistry 
• Laboratory Equipment and Instrumentation
• Calibration 
• QA/QC 
• Safety 
• Hands-on Procedures

WHO CAN ATTEND AND REGISTRATION

This class is for entry level trainees, who are not currently working at a utility. Registration fees are covered by TWT, through a grant. To register, follow the steps below:

1. Visit WaterNeedsYou.org to learn more about course offerings and to complete the Career Navigation resources.
2. Complete the Career Navigation resources, housed on the WaterNeedsYou.org website. 
3. Submit the inquiry form application form (found in the Career Navigation resources).
4. Tour a water or wastewater facility, and then submit a registration document (provided after tour).
5. Attend classes and start your career in water!