Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems Mapping
Training Outline
Accurate mapping is essential for operating, maintaining, and improving water and wastewater systems. This course introduces the types of maps used in the field, how to read and interpret them, and how GIS tools support asset management and real-time updates. Learn how to avoid common mapping errors and use field data to keep your system information accurate.
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Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems Mapping
- Importance of Mapping in Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems
- Geographic North, Scale, and Elevation
- Types of Maps Used in Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems
- How to Read Drinking Water Distribution System Maps
- How to Read Wastewater Collection System Maps
- Profile Drawing
- Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Field Data Collection and Mapping Updates
- Common Mapping Errors and Troubleshooting
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Learning outcomes
- Explain the importance of mapping in drinking water and wastewater systems
- Identify the different types of maps used in drinking water and wastewater systems
- Describe the role of Geographic Information Systems
Level
Beginner
Prerequisities
None
Target audience
Professional certified drinking water and wastewater operators class I to IV, maintenance technicians
Learning material and method
Video clips with placement test, practice exercises and handout
Learning assessment method
Chapter tests (MCQs) with a minimum score of 70%
Test your knowledge, validate your skills
Engage with interactive quizzes designed to boost retention and track your learning along the way. Once you've completed the training, a final validation step confirms your progress and helps demonstrate your skills with confidence—making it easy to showcase what you’ve learned.
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