Water Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Certificate of Proficiency Water Utility Science · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
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Students will be introduced to the operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment associated with the Water and Wastewater industries. Courses in this program will assist students in obtaining related industry certifications from the American Water Works Association and the Water Environment Federation.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Water Equipment Operation and Maintenance, CERT | 11-12 | |
| : Complete at least one of the following rules | 2-5 | |
| WATR 060 | Water Utility Maintenance and Construction | 3 |
| WATR 065 | Backflow Prevention Devices | 2 |
| : Complete all of the following | 9 | |
| WATR 063 | Electrical Wiring and Controls for Operators | 3 |
| WATR 064 | Pumps and Pumping | 3 |
| WATR 083 | Collection Systems | 3 |
Learning Outcomes
- Analyze the performance of a wide variety of equipment items used in the water and wastewater industry.