WETT1514

Students will study the treatment and development of both ground and surface water sources. Areas studied will include: well construction and development, pump types and applications, ground and surface water protection, pretreatment of surface water, and water filtration.Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify the three basic types of centrifugal pumps, their applications, and methods of selection.
• Identify the three categories of positive displacement pumps, their applications, and methods of selection.
• Determine, by calculation, pumps sizing and pump selections.
• Understand the importance of meeting well construction codes and preventive maintenance procedures for a public water supply.
• Explain the process of designing a wellhead protection program.
• Describe the steps to be followed in conducting a sanitary survey of a water supply.
• Explain the importance of reservoir and watershed management.
• Understand the operation and maintenance processes related to gravity and pressure filtration systems.