COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to give the student an overview of how to identify and maintain the pipes and valves commonly found in a water distribution system.  Subjects covered include piping dynamics, types of pipes and fittings, pipe joining methods, types of valves, proper valve operation, basic valve maintenance and troubleshooting techniques. Subjects covered include :

• Piping dynamics types of pipes and fittings
• Pipe joining methods
• Types of valves
• Proper valve operation
• Basic valve maintenance techniques
• Performing main line emergency repairs

AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE COURSE

1. Describe the forces placed on water system piping and valves
2. List the different piping and tubing materials found in a typical water distribution system
3. Identify and describe the various joining methods for pipes and tubing
4. Identify and describe the various valves found in a water system
5. Discuss the proper operation and maintenance of water system valves
6. Explain how to effectively perform emergency water line repairs

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

"I liked most the way the handout book is made, simple but complete on information."

"Excellent instructor!  Covered a lot of information I did not previously know."

"I liked getting to see how everything actually worked instead of just hearing about it."

"Very informative."

"Well organized!"

"I liked most how Glynn presented and involved the class."

"Clear explanation of topic."

"Liked how Glynn goes in detail about gate valves."

INSTRUCTOR'S BIOGRAPHY

Glynn Stoffel, CET

Mr. Stoffel is a certified environmental trainer and consultant with extensive experience in maintaining and managing underground utility systems.  As a training consultant, he has delivered thousands of hours of training throughout the country on the safe operation, maintenance and construction of water, sewer and storm drain systems. His consulting services include distribution and collection system O&M program development and CMOM program management.  In addition to his work with the TREEO center, he conducts training for the Maryland Center for Environmental Training at the College of Southern Maryland and the Technology Transfer (T2) Center at the University of Maryland.  He has an AA in Civil Engineering Technology and a BS in Business Administration (Management) from the University of Baltimore.  The Board of Certified Safety Professionals recognizes him as a Certified Environmental Safety and Health Trainer (CET). He is also a Master instructor with NESHTA.

Phil Brown

Phil has been employed with the City of Jacksonville Beach for 26 years. He started with the city as a Lift Station Mechanic, was promoted to Plant Mechanic and is now the Water/Wastewater Superintendent. When Phil obtained his Wastewater C license he fell in love with the industry and continued his education until he received his Wastewater A license. Phillip also has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Leadership with a minor in Business. Phillip is happily married with five kids and five grandchildren. “When you love your job it’s no longer work anymore.”

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