MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

WWM132  1996 Fall – 2010 Fall

Wastewater Collection Systems Administration

1.

Determine the location of lift stations. (I)

2.

Describe the requirements and components of lift stations. (I)

3.

Explain procedures for startup, operation, and maintenance of a lift station. (I)

4.

Compare and contrast the different types of controllers. (I)

5.

Explain the safety hazards when working with electrical equipment. (II)

6.

Describe the use and maintenance of different types of pumps. (II)

7.

Develop an equipment lubrication program. (II)

8.

Explain methods for evaluating the condition of a sewer. (III)

9.

Explain procedures for sewer rehabilitation. (III)

10.

Identify potential hazards in a collection system environment. (IV)

11.

Develop a safety program. (IV)

12.

Explain the need for effective administration. (V)

13.

Develop the goals, tasks, and procedures for an operational plan. (V)

14.

Explain the importance of and need for maps. (V)

15.

Identify functions and activities of essential units within a wastewater collection agency. (V)

16.

Explain methods for evaluating the performance of a collection system. (V)

MCCCD Official Course Outline:

WWM132  1996 Fall – 2010 Fall

Wastewater Collection Systems Administration

I. Lift Stations

A. Terms

B. Purpose

1. Location

2. Requirements

3. Types

C. Components

1. Wet Wells

2. Bar Racks

3. Dry Wells

4. Electrical Systems

5. Motors

6. Pumps

7. Valves

8. Ventilation

9. Controllers

D. New Construction

1. Examination of Prints

2. Reading Specifications

3. Inspection

4. Pump Station Calibration

E. Operation

1. Purpose of Visits

2. Frequency of Visits

3. Tasks

F. Maintenance

1. Schedule

2. Recordkeeping II Equipment Maintenance

A. Terms

B. Electrical Equipment

1. Volts, Amps, Watts

2. Tools, Meters, Testers

C. Motors

1. Types

2. Causes of Failure

3. Insulation

4. Starters

5. Safety

D. Pumps

1. Types

2. Testing

3. Components

E. Compressors

F. Lubrication

III. Sewer Rehabilitation

A. Terms

B. Evaluation of Conditions

1. Purpose

2. System Problems

3. Hydraulic Aspects

4. Structural Aspects

C. Methods

1. Excavate and Replace

2. Chemical Grouting

3. Trenchless Technology

4. Insituform

5. Pipe Linings

6. Service Connections

7. Manholes

D. Rehabilitation Program

1. Data Collection

2. Cost Analysis

3. Priorities

IV. Safety

A. Terms

B. Purpose

C. Hazards

1. Infection and Infectious Diseases

2. Falls

3. Explosions

4. Poisonous or Toxic Gases

5. Oxygen-Deficient Atmospheres

6. Traffic

7. Bites

8. Excavations

9. Drowning

10. Fires

11. Electrical Shock

12. Noise

C. Program

1. Benefits

2. Responsibilities

3. Policies

4. Meetings

5. Committee

6. Records

V. Administration

A. Need

B. Operating Plan

C. Personnel

D. Equipment and Tools

E. Facilities

F. Mapping

G. Computers

H. Report Writing

I. Public Relations

J. Evaluation