CEU TYPE: Dual Credit Technical (DCT)

Water Training Classification: SCADA
Wastewater Training Classification: SCADA
IEPA#: 15674

TOPIC:  A general overview of SCADA systems and their use and how they can help operators and managers.

CHECK-IN & HOURS:  Check-in begins at 7:30 am. The training will start at 8:00 am and will conclude by 12:00 pm. Earn up to 4 dual credit technical hours for water or wastewater operators or 4 PDH’s for engineers.

PRESENTER: Brent Studnicka, Strand Associates

TOPIC:  The class offers a clear, practical approach to strengthening fire protection systems. This class breaks down how to perform hydrant main capacity, streamline ISO maintenance requirements, and implement effective repair strategies that boost system reliability  

PRESENTERS: Bill Hunt, ME Simpson Co, Inc.
 

TOPIC: This seminar will discuss issues related to designing, operating and maintaining pumps and pumping equipment at water and wastewater pump stations. Topics will include: VFD's and proper application; how VFD's benefit a water or sewer system, inverter design and head curve review. Pump Station Energy Efficiency considerations including; pump design and pump curves, HP calculations, power consumption calculations and determining practical and efficient pumping scenarios. Pump Station Preventive Maintenance including light hands-on pump disassembly and control troubleshooting

PRESENTERS: Anthony Jarvis, Joe Masterson & Jerry Szofer, Grundfos

TOPIC:  This seminar will cover the definition of corrosion and how to determine if corrosive water is present in the distribution system. Factors that influence corrosion will be discussed including pH, alkalinity, carbonate systems and other water quality parameters. The selection of chemicals, such as lime, caustic soda and phosphates to prevent corrosion in the distribution system will be detailed along with case studies. Finally, the current lead and copper rule will be detailed along with methods to monitor your corrosion control success.

PRESENTERS: Darin Skutt, Carus Chemical

TOPIC:  This class will teach participants how to properly set-up a hydrant flushing program.  Uni-directional flushing will be discussed. The class will also give participants an opportunity for hands-on participation for effectively maintaining and operating their systems fire hydrants.

PRESENTERS: Randy Lusk, M.E. Simpson Co.

CHECK-IN & HOURS: Check-in begins at 7:30am. The training will start at 8:00am and will conclude by 12:00 pm. Earn up to 4 Professional Development Hours (PDH's) for engineers or Renewal Training Credit (RTC) hours for water operators.

COST:

10-week Night Class, TUESDAY Nights Only, September8th - November 10th 

CEU TYPE: Drinking Water Technical (DWT)
Water Training Classification:  Distribution Systems

TOPIC:  This course is designed to train operators in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining water distribution systems, emphasizing safe practices and procedures. Topics include the role and duties of water distribution system operators, procedures for operating and maintaining clear wells and storage tanks, components and characteristics of distribution system facilities, operating and maintaining distribution systems, maintaining water quality in the system, disinfecting new and repaired facilities as well as water delivered to consumers, and techniques for recognizing hazards and developing safe procedures and programs. Operators learn to analyze and solve problems when they occur and perform mathematical calculations commonly associated with operating a distribution system.

CONTENTS:
The Water Distribution System Operator
Storage Facilities
Distribution System Facilities
Water Quality Considerations in Distribution Systems
Distribution System Operation and Maintenance
Disinfection
Safety
Distribution System Administration

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK (must be purchased separately):
WSO Water Distribution Grades 1&2 Textbook ($85)
WSO Supplemental Workbook ($41)

INSTRUCTOR: Randy Lusk, ME Simpson and Mark Siefert, Baxter & Woodman

CHECK-IN & HOURS:

Check-in begins at 4:30pm. The training will start at 5:00pm and will conclude by 8:00pm each week. Earn up to 30 technical hours for water operators or 30 PDH’s for engineers.  Please bring your own snacks and beverages. Books will be provided on the first day of class. 

RENEWAL TRAINING CREDIT HOURS FOR WATER and WASTEWATER OPERATORS AND ENGINEERS - 4 TOTAL HOURS
TYPE: Dual Credit Technical (DCT)
Water Training Classification: SCADA
Wastewater Training Classification: SCADA
IEPA#: 14576

TOPIC: This course will delve deep into instrumentation and devices used in the water and wastewater industry to measure and control common processes.  We will start with terminology and common symbols, move on to process measurement devices for flow, level, temperature, pressure, and analytical elements, and finish up with process control devices such as valves, gates, and pumps.  We will discuss installation requirements for the devices as well as installation best practices.  We will also discuss maintenance of the devices as well as maintenance best practices.

PRESENTER(S):  Brent Studnicka, Strand Associates

CHECK-IN & HOURS: Check-in begins at 7:30am. The training will start at 8:00am and will conclude by 12:00pm. Earn up to 4 Professional Development Hours (PDH's) for engineers or Renewal Training Credit (RTC) hours for water operators.

Seminar Pricing – 4 hours

CEU TYPE: Drinking Water Technical

AGENDA:

8:45 – 9:00 AM – Registration

9:00 – 10:00 PM –City of Freeport: Tapping New Source Water

10:00 – 12:00 PM – Tour

Summary: Discover Freeport's narrative on discovery, rate structure, uncontaminated source water, and the construction and operation of new treatment plants.

CONTROL VALVES O&M

TYPE: Drinking Water Technical (DWT)
Water Training Classification: Distribution System

TOPIC: Training will be on diaphragm valves involving the main valve; basic/common applications, troubleshooting and maintenance.

PRESENTERS: Andy Caselli, Cla-Val Company

TOPIC: This 3-day Course provides training to utility personnel who want to learn basic operations of Class C & D water systems. We will cover laboratory testing, IEPA rules regulations, chemical treatment, water storage, water distribution, chlorination, fluoridation, wells and pumps, operational reports and finally MATH. 1)  Water Storage, Water Distribution, Class *D* Math and Pumps and Hydraulics; 2) Water Sampling, EPA Rules and Regulations and Chlorination; 3) Fluoridation and Class *C* Math and Final Questions.  

PRESENTER: Melissa Olenick, CLCJAWA

CHECK-IN & HOURS: Check-in begins at 7:45am. The training will start at 8:00am and will conclude by 3:00pm each day. Earn up to 18 Professional Development Hours (PDH's) for engineers or Renewal Training Credit (RTC) hours for water operators. Boxed lunch included. Please bring your own coffee.

COST:

PRESENTERS: Randy Patchett, Burns & McDonnell

CHECK-IN & HOURS:  Check-in begins at 7:50 am. The training will start at 8:00 am and will conclude by 12:00pm. Earn up to 4 technical water or wastewater credits or 4 PDH’s for engineers.

IN-PERSON ONLY

Wednesday October 21

CEU TYPE: Drinking Water Technical (DWT)
WATER TRAINING CLASSIFICATION: Water Distribution

Agenda - an agenda will be posted by August.

COST :

Includes lunch for onsite attendees

PRESENTERS: Keith Powell, EEI
 

TOPIC: This VIRTUAL 3-day course provides training to utility personnel who want to learn basic operations of Class C & D water systems. We will cover laboratory testing, IEPA rules regulations, chemical treatment, water storage, water distribution, chlorination, fluoridation, wells and pumps, operational reports and finally MATH. 1)  Water Storage, Water Distribution, Class *D* Math and Pumps and Hydraulics; 2)  Water Sampling, EPA Rules and Regulations and Chlorination; 3)  Fluoridation and Class *C* Math and Final Questions.  This class is fast paced and is for someone who has been studying for the test or has water industry experience.

PRESENTER: Kyla Jacobsen,Retired

CHECK-IN & HOURS: Check-in begins at 7:45am. The training will start at 8:00am and will conclude by 12:00pm each day. Earn up to 12 drinking water technical (DWT) hours for water operators or 12 Professional Development Hours (PDH's) for engineers. 

COST:

By registering for this seminar, I give permission to Illinois Section American Water Works Association (ISAWWA) to use my seminar participation for educational purposes.  My image or course participation (audio and/or chat questions, anonymous poll results, etc.) may be recorded and used for archived training courses available through ISAWWA. 

Hosted by the ISAWWA Technology Committee

CEU TYPE: Dual Credit Technical (DCT)

IEPA#: 22321

TOPIC: In the modern control system, there are a lot of signals that are transmitted via control wires. They are run from field instruments to PLC’s, from PLC’s to relays and many other places in your facility. With all of these control wires going all over the place somethings things go wrong, and wouldn’t it be nice if you knew how to use the right tool to track them down? That is what you will learn in the class, how to use the standard multimeter tool. We will troubleshoot a small pumping system that will demonstrate how and where to use your multimeter for the purpose of trouble shooting.

CHECK-IN & HOURS:  Check-in begins at 7:30 am. The training will start at 8:00 am and will conclude by 10:00 pm. Earn up to 2 dual credit technical hours for water or wastewater operators or 2 PDH’s for engineers.

PRESENTER: Ethan Baughey, RED Automation

MULTIMETERS: It is HIGHLY encouraged that attendees bring a multimeter with them to this class. Below are available options for purchase. 

Lowes:

  Southwire Electrical Multimeter

IDEAL ID 600 Volt Manual Multimeter

  Kobalt Mini Multimeter

Home Depot:

  Klein Tools Manual Ranging Digital Multimeter

  Astro AI-Digital Multimeter

  General Tools- ToolSmart Digital Multimeter

TOPIC: This course will cover SCADA System Telemetry systems including telephone, licensed and unlicensed radio, cellular, satellite, and fiber optic.  We will discuss the role of telemetry systems within SCADA systems as well as the current state of technology for each of the different telemetry systems.  Pros and cons of using each telemetry system will be presented along with case studies for licensed and unlicensed radio, cellular, and fiber optic systems.

PRESENTER(S):  Brent Studnicka, Strand Associates

TOPIC: This seminar will review types of locators and how locators work. Also will cover why locators sometimes do not work properly. Will cover how to operate locators and how to confirm the accuracy of the locates. Different types of locates may require different types of locators with a multitude of different accessories. Field work with include site review, proper hook-ups of locators and what to avoid. Setting up the transmitter and identifying locating frequencies and locating with a receiver. Attendees will also learn about the quality of locates and the accuracy of the field locate. As time allows, will also cover marking faults and using a sonde to help locate.

PRESENTERS: Gordon Eden, Eden Bros.

CEU TYPE: Wastewater Technical (WWT)

Training Classification: Wastewater

Description: This course is designed to train operators in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining wastewater treatment facilities, emphasizing safe practices and procedures. Topics include introduction to wastewater treatment, flow variations, preliminary treatment, screening process, primary treatment, theory of operation, design, physical and chemical requirements for biological treatment, wastewater treatment ponds, purpose and function of fixed-film processes, activated sludge, nutrient removal, disinfection, and more. Operators learn to analyze and solve problems when they occur and perform mathematical calculations commonly associated with operating a wastewater treatment facility.

CONTENTS:
Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
Wastewater Characteristics
Preliminary Treatment of Wastewater
Primary Treatment of Wastewater
Physical and Chemical Requirements for Biological Treatment
Wastewater Treatment Ponds
Purpose and Function of Fixed-Film Processes
Activated Sludge
Nutrient Removal
Disinfection

Required textbook to be purchased with the course: $93.00 Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals 1 - Liquid Treatment

IEPA EXAM OPPORTUNITY IMPORTANT: Each registrant will need to separately apply and receive a Letter of Admission (LOA) from the IEPA to take the proctored exam. Registrants should submit their exam request forms 30 days prior to the exam to ensure that a LOA is processed. If registrants have not submitted their LOA on or before November 16th or received their LOA before December 16, they will NOT be allowed to take the exam. 

Instructor: Kevin Fecske, Village of Barrington, Matt Irsay, Baxter & Woodman, & Coby Forth, TEST Inc. 

CHECK-IN & HOURS:

Check-in begins at 7:30 am. The training will start at 8:00am and will conclude by 2:30pm each day. Earn up to 18 technical hours for wastewater operators or 18 PDH’s for engineers.  Please bring your own snacks and beverages. Lunch is included

COST:

SPACE IN THIS CLASS IS LIMITED.  Due to the popularity of this class, and limited space available, all pre-registered attendees MUST HAVE CLASS FEES PAID ON, OR BEFORE THE START OF THE CLASS.  NO CANCELLATIONS, but substitutions are allowed.  If this class is full, please add your name to the wait list and we will contact you if we have a cancellation or add another class.  Members will receive priority on the wait list.

Course materials are sourced from WEF

CEU TYPE: Drinking Water Technical (DWT)

SUMMARY: This 3-week course will cover the critical area of your Class A/B Operator certification exam.  We will cover laboratory testing, rules & regulations, chemical treatment, MATH (distribution system, chemical feed, filtration, etc.), sampling & operational reporting among others. This class is fast paced and is for someone who has been studying for the test or has water industry experience.

PRESENTER: Kyla Jacobsen - Retired

CHECK-IN & HOURS:
Check-in begins at 7:45 am. The training will start at 8:00 am and will conclude by 12:00 pm. Earn up to 12 Professional Development Hours for engineers PDH’s or technical CEU hours for water operators. Textbook (WSO Water Treatment Grade 2) must be purchased.  You can purchase it by selecting it in the registration page (next) or clicking here to get to it from the AWWA website.  If purchased with your course registration, note that the price includes shipping and handling.   

COST:

By registering for this seminar, I give permission to Illinois Section American Water Works Association (ISAWWA) to use my seminar participation for educational purposes.  My image or course participation (audio and/or chat questions, anonymous poll results, etc.) may be recorded and used for archived training courses available through ISAWWA. 

ISAWWA OPERATOR STUDY GROUP - SAMPLING & BACTERIA/BOIL ORDER

Instructor: Brett Fritzler, Village of Gurnee

ISAWWA OPERATOR STUDY GROUP - Rate & Fill

Ramesh Kanapareddy, NSMJAWA

ISAWWA OPERATOR STUDY GROUP - Pumps & Parts

Joseph Ranieri, Tsurumi Pump

ISAWWA OPERATOR STUDY GROUP - Chlorination

Eddie Ramos, City of West Chicago

ISAWWA OPERATOR STUDY GROUP - Fluoridation

Eddie Ramos, City of West Chicago

LIMITED CAPACITY 

CEU TYPE: Drinking Water Technical
TRAINING CLASSIFICATION:  Laboratory Procedures

TOPIC: If you have little or no experience in a laboratory or would like to learn how to run chlorine, phosphate, pH, turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, fluoride, iron, and conductivity then this class is for you. Join us for a short lecture and then lots of hands-on lab experience.

INSTRUCTOR:  Christina Pierce, City of Highland Park

REGISTRATION & HOURS: Registration begins at 7:30am. The training will start at 8:00am and will conclude by 12:00pm.  Earn up to 4 Professional Development Hours (PDH's) for engineers or Drinking Water Technical (DWT) hours for water operators.

COST:

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