Water Operator
Quick Program Facts
- Continuing Education Certificate: 404 certificate hours
- CEUs: 40.4
- Number of courses: 8
- Types of instruction: classroom, lab & internship
- Accreditation: Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
- Financial aid: Tuition Assistance
- Campus: Northwest
Program Description
Water operators identify operating deficiencies in water systems, services, and meters. They also protect the public and the environment from contamination.
Water operators work on:
- Water mains
- Wells
- Meters and services
- Pumps and motors
- Storage and distribution
- Disinfection processes
They must monitor these systems frequently.
Water and Wastewater Licensed Operators perform a vital role in maintaining the quality of both the human population and the natural environment.
Our Water/Wastewater Treatment Program is designed to teach you the technical knowledge to competently perform in the water and wastewater utility industry.
Credentials in Detail
After completing this program, you will receive a certificate of completion and 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
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
Water Utility Safety
- Dates: February 5–7
Basic Water Works Operations
- Dates: February 28–March 1
Water Utility Calculations
- Dates: March 18–20
Water Distribution
- Dates: April 22–24
Ground Water Production
- Dates: TBN
24-hour Courses
Surface Water Production I
- Dates: March 20–22
- Tuition: $225
Water Laboratory
Includes student hands-on component
- Dates: April 10–24
- Tuition: $280
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.
Are you a current operator?
Current operators may take individual courses as in-service training or on-site at a facility.
Contact
Northwest Campus
Ali Williamson
Program Coordinator
Call 817-515-7136
Email aline.williamson@tccd.edu
Please call or email me to make an appointment.
Northwest Campus
Cade Hart
Career Advisor—Public Services Division
Call 817-515-7289
Email cade.hart@tccd.edu
Please call or email me to make an appointment.
Updated April 26, 2024