Applied Math and Basic Science for Waterworks
Applied Math and Basic Science for Waterworks Operators
June 1-5, 2026 - Roanoke, Virginia
Registration deadline: May 22, 2026
Course Fees
$150 per person with lodging
$100 commuter
Continuing Education Units
3.5 CEU
35 contact hours
This course covers the math and science of real-world, water treatment applications. It is an intensive course that builds from introductory, basic skills to the application of many important principles. Topics may include the calculation of chemical feed rates, interpreting pump curves, interpreting water quality data, selecting the best coagulant dosage, calculating filter rates, interpreting water treatment regulations, and much more.
Participants will receive 3.5 CEUs (35 contact hours) for successful completion of this course. A digital certificate will be awarded approximately 14 days after the end of the course.
Course fee includes all course materials, daily breakfast and lunch, and one networking dinner.
- Math (Chapter 2)
- Networking Dinner
- Water Chemistry (Chapter 3)
- Hydraulics (Chapter 4)
- Hydraulics (Chapter 4) - continued
- Chemical Feeders (Chapter 5)
- Coagulation and Flocculation (Chapter 6)
- Sedimentation (Chapter 7)
- Sedimentation (Chapter 7) - continued
- Filtration (Chapter 8)
- Disinfection (Chapter 9)
- Comprehensive Problem
Schedule may change; registrants should watch their emails for any important updates.
More Information
Questions about the course:
Contact Lucas Kintz, Program Specialist, Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education, at lkintz@vt.edu.
Information about registration:
Please contact Continuing and Professional Education by email: cpeinfo@vt.edu or phone: 540-231-5182.