Collection System Operator Diploma
Level 4 Diploma | No Hidden Costs | QLS Endorsed Certificate Included
South London College
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Overview
Diploma in Collection System Operator - Level 4
This Diploma in Collection System operator – level 4 has been developed to help you operate collection systems effectively to ensure its smooth performance. This esteemed certification will open up various employment and progression opportunities within the collection system operation industry and hence, is aimed at any individual aspiring to progress onto a collection system operator job position. All you need to enroll in this course is a recognized qualification at level 3 or above, and watch how this course equips you with the necessary knowledge and skills needed to get into the industry.
This course will provide insights into wastewater collection by educating you on gravity sanitary sewers, flow monitoring, flow capacity, flow infiltration and inflow and dye testing. You will get to learn about low pressure system and its operation, followed by modules that will adequately cover the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit programme. The wastewater collection rules and regulations and the summary of clean water act will also be duly discussed through this course to enlighten you on the legal aspects of the collection system.
This course is a great opportunity for you to get your hands on the CMOM program, along with its elements and audits. This course will also provide you with the opportunity to learn about the confined space entry programme, permit and its duties and responsibilities. By the end of this course, you will have a great grip on collection system operation to make significant progress within the industry.
The course has been endorsed under the Awards Quality Licence Scheme. The completion of this course alone does not lead to a regulated qualification* but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills gained. The Learner Unit Summary may be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this subject. To this end the learning outcomes of the course have been benchmarked at Level 4 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.
The course itself has been designed by Imperial Learning Limited* to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications. The Quality Licence Scheme endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.
Please Note: This Course is Based on USA Standards
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Description
What Will I Learn?
- Gain insight into wastewater collection by learning about gravity sanitary sewers, flow monitoring, flow capacity, flow infiltration and inflow and dye testing.
- Learn about the low pressure system description and operation.
- Understand the hydraulic principles, general pumping fundamentals and pump categories.
- Have a thorough understanding of wastewater collection rules and regulations.
- Learn about the CMOM programme.
- Understand what confined space entry programme, permit, duties and responsibilities are.
- Learn about the NPDES programme and its permit.
COURSE CURRICULUM
★ MODULE 01 : Wastewater Collection System Introduction
- Types of Sewer Systems
- Glossary of Commonly Used Acronyms and Terms
★ MODULE 02 : Wastewater Collection Rules And Regulations
- Rule to Protect Communities from Overflowing Sewers
- Clean Water Act (Rule) Summary
- CMOM -"Capacity, Management, Operation and Maintenance
- What are Sanitary Sewer Overflows
- The Elements of a Proper CMOM Program
- National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit
- Pretreatment Roles and Responsibilities
- What Types of Businesses are Subject to Pretreatment Regulations
- Prohibited Discharge Standards
★ MODULE 03 : Wastewater Collection
- Understanding Gravity Sanitary Sewers
- Flow Monitoring
- Sewer Cleaning
- Infiltration and Inflow
- Dye Testing
- Manhole Section
- Camera Inspection
- Tree Roots vs. Sanitary Sewer Lines
- Smoking out Sewer Leaks
- More on Manholes Question
- Low Pressure System Description and Operation
- Sewer Line Mapping
- Collection Systems O&M Summary
- Technology Uses and Applications
- Advantages and Disadvantages Question
- Sewer Cleaning Method Limitation Question
★ MODULE 04 : Grease
- Grease Interceptors
★ MODULE 05 : Pumps And Lift Stations
- Lift Stations
- Common Hydraulic Terms
- Collection Systems, Lift Stations O&M Section
- Wastewater Pumps
- Operation and Maintenance
- Hydraulic Principles Section
- Standard Atmospheric Pressure
- General Pumping Fundamentals
- Pump Definitions
- Pump Basics
- Pump Categories
- Key Pump Words
- Centrifugal Pump
★ MODULE 06 : Motor Section
- Moisture
- Motor Lubrication
- Slip Ring
- Linear Motors
- Coupling Section
- Maintenance of Centrifugal Pumps
- Alignment of Flexible and Rigid Couplings
- Packing Seals
- Mechanical Seals
- Pumping and Lift Station Chapter Highlights
- Pump Station Checklist
★ MODULE 07 : Hydrogen Sulfide
- Hydrogen Sulfide Gas
- Hazard Information Bulletin
- Hydrogen Sulfide Highlights
★ MODULE 08 : Safety
- A Confined Space Entry Program
- Confined Space Hazards
- Unusual Conditions
- Permitted Confined Space Entry Program
- Confined Space Entry
- Confined Space Duties & Responsibilities
- Procedures for Entering a Confined Space
- Duties of the Person Authorizing or in Charge of the Entry
- Permit Required Confined Space Entry General Rules
- Confined Space Training Section
★ MODULE 09 : Other Hazards
- Atmospheric Testing Policy
- Procedures for Atmospheric Testing
- Irritant (Corrosive) Atmospheres
- Required Confined Space Equipment Policy
- Respiratory Protection Chapter
- Who Cannot Wear a Respirator
- OSHA Overview
- Example of RP Employee Responsibilities
- RP Recordkeeping
- Fit Testing Hands-On Respirator Training
- Excavation and Trenching Section
- Excavation Facts
- Personnel Protective Systems
- Excavation Protection Systems
- Excavation &Trenching Guidelines
- Excavation Safety Plan
- Soil Classification and Identification
- Inspections
- One-call Center or Bluestakes
- One Call Program
- One-Call Center, Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Safety
★ MODULE 10 : Lockout - Tagout Training
- Preparation for Shutdown
- Ladder Safety Section
- SAFETY SECTION GLOSSARY
Access Duration
The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course. The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.
Method of Assessment
In order to complete the Diploma in Collection System Operator - Level 4 successfully, all students are required to complete a series of assignments. The completed assignments must be submitted via the online portal. Your instructor will review and evaluate your work and provide your feedback based on how well you have completed your assignments.
Certification
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).
Course Code: QLS-04876
Awarding Body (Accreditation)
The Quality Licence Scheme has long-established reputations for providing high quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. The Quality Licence Scheme combines over 180 years of expertise combined with a responsive, flexible and innovative approach to the needs of our customers.
Renowned for excellent customer service, and quality standards, The Quality Licence Scheme also offer regulated qualifications for all ages and abilities post-14; all are developed with the support of relevant stakeholders to ensure that they meet the needs and standards of employers across the UK.
Who is this course for?
- Students
- Job seekers
- Collection System Operators
Requirements
- This course requires no formal prerequisites and this certification is open to everyone
Career path
- Collection System Manager
- Senior Collection System Operator
- Collection System Director
- Wastewater Operations Manager
- Collection System Maintenance Manager
- Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technician
- Wastewater Treatment Specialist
- Water Treatment Operator - £23,153 per annum
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