Wastewater Operator

Program Description

Our program curriculum provides you with the technical skills and knowledge to operate and maintain wastewater treatment plants effectively and safely.

You will learn how to:

• Produce high quality, clean, safe treated water for discharge to the environment or for reuse
• Prevent public health hazards from water-borne pathogens
• Manage receiving water watershed environmental quality
• Monitor wastewater treatment processes using sampling and laboratory techniques efficiently

The program courses are intended for:

• Entry-level employees
• Experienced operators who want to enhance their knowledge
• Experienced operators who seek training hours toward license renewal

Credentials in Detail

After completing this program, you will receive a certificate of completion, and you will be eligible to apply and test for the appropriate TCEQ licensing exam provided all other TCEQ requirements are met.

See TCEQ registration information for licensing.

Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508

This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.

For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements

Course List

• Wastewater Operator

Spring 2024 Class Schedule

All courses are approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and are taught on TCC Northwest Campus.

20-hour Courses: $215

Basic Wastewater Operations

• Dates: January 29–31

Water Utility Safety

• Dates: February 5–7

Wastewater Collection

• Dates: February 19–21

Wastewater Treatment

• Dates: March 4–6

Water Utility Calculations

• Dates: March 18–20

24-hour Course: $280

Wastewater Laboratory

Includes student hands-on component

• Dates: April 3–5

Ready to take your exams?

The Northwest Campus Professional Certification Testing Center offers TCEQ computer-based test (CBT) exams. For a complete list of TCEQ exams or to schedule an appointment to test, email ProfessionalTesting@tccd.edu.

Register & Pay for Classes

Register and pay online for upcoming classes through MyTCCTrack's Instant Enrollment.

For help, follow instructions for how to register for continuing education classes.

Current operators have the option of taking individual courses that can provide in-service training or on-site training.