ISC Course Calendar

This course is designed to assist field staff troubleshoot and repair water and sewer pumps. Hydraulics are introduced to assist with getting the best efficiency for the utility. At the end of the two day session the Pump Station Operator will have a better understanding of the importance of pump maintenance as it related to the operating expenses of the utility. The operator will also have the confidence to troubleshoot and tear down water and sewer pumps to perform basic repairs.

1.       Water Pump Fundamentals - Including wear rings and Impeller height settings

2.       Pump Cavitation and NPSH - Cavitation costs, modifying system parameters to resolve / minimize damage

3.       Pump Curves and Hydraulics - Includes affinity laws to begin the discussion on Variable frequency drives

4.       Sewer Pump Fundamentals including wire to water efficiency - Discuss true long term cost of ownership of various types of sewage pumps

5.       Pump rebuilding, bearing installation and troubleshooting - How to identify thrust direction and identify causes of bearing failure

6.       Pump alignment and next steps to increased efficiency - Alignment fundamentals, soft foot, base grouting, effects of piping strain

The Small Water Systems course provides a working knowledge of water distribution and water treatment practices, focusing on the basic aspects of system construction, operations, and maintenance. This 3 day course will be of value to all operators of water distribution and/or water treatment systems, particularly those that serve a population of less than 500

• Regulations & Responsibilities - Understand the operator requirements and the regulatory requirements 

• Watersheds, Sources & Wells - Identify the water sources for a small water system

• Treatment - Acknowledge the requirements and methods for treatment

• Storage & Math - Comprehend the math formulas used for volume, dosage and cleaning

• Disinfection - Understand disinfection principles and the application, of hypo chlorination

• Distribution Systems - Recognize the purpose of maintaining and troubleshooting a distribution system

• Water Quality & Sampling - Understand and define water quality along with the proper techniques for sampling

• Safety - Re-enforce the necessity and requirements of Safety

MTS will coordinate with EOCP for an examination session to follow this course.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

The Small Water Systems course provides a working knowledge of water distribution and water treatment practices, focusing on the basic aspects of system construction, operations, and maintenance. This 3 day course will be of value to all operators of water distribution and/or water treatment systems, particularly those that serve a population of less than 500

• Regulations & Responsibilities - Understand the operator requirements and the regulatory requirements 

• Watersheds, Sources & Wells - Identify the water sources for a small water system

• Treatment - Acknowledge the requirements and methods for treatment

• Storage & Math - Comprehend the math formulas used for volume, dosage and cleaning

• Disinfection - Understand disinfection principles and the application, of hypo chlorination

• Distribution Systems - Recognize the purpose of maintaining and troubleshooting a distribution system

• Water Quality & Sampling - Understand and define water quality along with the proper techniques for sampling

• Safety - Re-enforce the necessity and requirements of Safety

MTS will coordinate with EOCP for an examination session to follow this course.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

This course combines the basic requirements of a water distribution system with advanced practical aspects of system construction, operation and maintenance. Recommended for operators who maintain a facility classified as WD-I / II.

The course is followed by an EOCP examination for catagories such as Water Distribution OIT, Level 1 or 2.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

This course combines the basic requirements of a water distribution system with advanced practical aspects of system construction, operation and maintenance. Recommended for operators who maintain a facility classified as WD-I / II.

The course is followed by an EOCP examination for catagories such as Water Distribution OIT, Level 1 or 2.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

Over the course of 2 days this curriculum is aimed at developing a Wastewater Operator’s understanding of the operations of wastewater stabilization ponds, reviewing the purpose, function, components, microbiology of, sampling, monitoring, and analyzing, including lab techniques and procedures. Also, a great prep course for higher level WWTP Operators

This 3 day course provides basic knowledge and information needed to operate Small Wastewater Collections and Treatment systems.  Suitable for operators and/or custodians operating Small Wastewater Systems with up to 500 population on a part time or full time, and needing to acquire knowledge and information to operate said systems efficiently and economically.

Instruction topics include:

This course will prepare operators to write a Small Wastewater System Certification Exam. MTS will coordinate with EOCP for an examination session to follow this course.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

This program is designed for Water / Wastewater Operators and others who work with control valves. Over the two days of the course you will cover both theory and hands on components for the operations and maintenance necessary in maintaining the service life of the valves. You will also review the basic hydraulic functions and how it affects control valve set up, operations and effectiveness.

Confined Space Awareness

This 1 day program is designed for utility operators required to work in and around confined spaces. The session provides a review of confined space entry programs & procedures as listed in the WCB Regulations, as well as a demonstration of equipment and personal protective equipment. Agenda items include:

•         Definitions - To Comprehend CS terminology
•         General Requirements & Responsibilities - Understanding the basic requirements & responsibilities of a CS Program
•         CS Identification & Hazard Assessments - How to inventory CS & procedures for hazard assessments
•         Lockout & Isolation - Requirements & application of lockout & isolation procedures
•         Verification, Testing & Isolation - How to properly monitor, record & reduce atmospheric hazards
•         Standby Personnel & Rescue - Understanding standby responsibilities & Rescue procedures
•         Fall Protection & Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) - Requirements for and use of equipment and PPE
•         CS Program Implementation & Manual - How to implement or update a CS Program

Confined Space Entry Level II

(Prerequisite: Confined Space Awareness)

This (1) day course provides proper procedures & practical exercise’s for students to safely enter a confined space using standard CS entry techniques & equipment with an additional component utilizing specialized techniques for simultaneous multiple worker entries. Topics Include:

•          Regulations & Responsibilities - a review of OHS regulations & responsibilities,
•          Hazards & Precautions - understanding hazards and learning precautions to eliminate,
•          Inspection and Review of Equipment and PPE - reviewing function and operation of confined space entry equipment
•          Knots, Rope and Specialized Equipment - Learn and demonstrate constructing a rope system for multiple worker entry
•          Pre-Plan (Workers and Task)-  to Develop and organize a task plan
•          Preparing Personnel for Entry / Inspection - understanding procedures and how to inspect equipment prior to use
•          Preparing the Space for Entry - Learn how to set up equipment and prepare the space / area for entry
•          Entry into a Confined Space - learning and demonstrating safe enter of a confined space
•          Exiting a Confined Space - learn and demonstrate safe exit of a confined space
•    .   Man-down Non-Entry Rescue Procedure - learn non-entry extraction techniques
•        Post Entry Procedures

The course also provides a non-entry rescue exercise.

This 4.5 day certification course provides the basic knowledge of water treatment practices, focusing on the practical aspects of the operation, maintenance and monitoring for these processes. Utilizing a hands-on facility combined with theoretical studies provides operators with a dynamic learning environment. Recommended for operators who maintain a facility classified as WT Level I. Course topics include:

·         Regulations & Responsibilities

·         Water Sources, Storage, & Intakes

·         Math

·         Coagulation & Flocculation

·         Sedimentation & Filtration

·         Additional Treatment Processes

·         Disinfection

·         Electrical & Mechanical Equipment

·         Water Quality, Monitoring & Lab Procedures

·         General Safety

This course is followed by an EOCP examination session.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

This 4.5 day certification course provides the basic knowledge of water treatment practices, focusing on the practical aspects of the operation, maintenance and monitoring for these processes. Utilizing a hands-on facility combined with theoretical studies provides operators with a dynamic learning environment. Recommended for operators who maintain a facility classified as WT Level I. Course topics include:

·         Regulations & Responsibilities

·         Water Sources, Storage, & Intakes

·         Math

·         Coagulation & Flocculation

·         Sedimentation & Filtration

·         Additional Treatment Processes

·         Disinfection

·         Electrical & Mechanical Equipment

·         Water Quality, Monitoring & Lab Procedures

·         General Safety

This course is followed by an EOCP examination session.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

Over the course of 2 days this curriculum is aimed at developing a Wastewater Operator’s understanding of the operations of wastewater stabilization ponds, reviewing the purpose, function, components, microbiology of, sampling, monitoring, and analyzing, including lab techniques and procedures. Also, a great prep course for higher level WWTP Operators

This 3 day course provides basic knowledge and information needed to operate Small Wastewater Collections and Treatment systems.  Suitable for operators and/or custodians operating Small Wastewater Systems with up to 500 population on a part time or full time, and needing to acquire knowledge and information to operate said systems efficiently and economically.

Instruction topics include:

This course will prepare operators to write a Small Wastewater System Certification Exam. MTS will coordinate with EOCP for an examination session to follow this course.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.

The Small Water Systems course provides a working knowledge of water distribution and water treatment practices, focusing on the basic aspects of system construction, operations, and maintenance. This 3 day course will be of value to all operators of water distribution and/or water treatment systems, particularly those that serve a population of less than 500

• Regulations & Responsibilities - Understand the operator requirements and the regulatory requirements 

• Watersheds, Sources & Wells - Identify the water sources for a small water system

• Treatment - Acknowledge the requirements and methods for treatment

• Storage & Math - Comprehend the math formulas used for volume, dosage and cleaning

• Disinfection - Understand disinfection principles and the application, of hypo chlorination

• Distribution Systems - Recognize the purpose of maintaining and troubleshooting a distribution system

• Water Quality & Sampling - Understand and define water quality along with the proper techniques for sampling

• Safety - Re-enforce the necessity and requirements of Safety

MTS will coordinate with EOCP for an examination session to follow this course.

** Note: Environmental Operator Certification Program Certification Exams require separate application online and are to be completed through the EOCP Customer Relationship Management System at https://crm.eocp.ca/  and to be submitted no later than 16 business days prior to the posted date of the scheduled exam.