Laboratory Equipment and Procedures
Training Outline
From sampling to analysis, this course covers the essentials of working safely and accurately in a water or wastewater lab. Learn how to use key equipment, follow best practices for sampling and storage, perform basic procedures like dilutions and titrations, and avoid common lab errors. Ideal for operators, technicians, and anyone involved in water quality testing.
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Laboratory Equipment and Procedures
- Overview of Lab Equipment
- Safety Protocols in the Lab
- Sampling Purposes in Wastewater and Drinking Water
- Compatible Storage
- Lab Units
- Making a Dilution
- Performing a Titration
- Interpreting Lab Results
- Common Sources of Error and How to Avoid Them
- Troubleshooting Lab Procedures
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Learning outcomes
- Identify key laboratory equipment, sampling tools, and safety protocols used in water analysis
- Describe correct sampling, storage, and handling procedures for drinking water and wastewater
Level
Beginner
Prerequisities
None
Target audience
Professional certified water and wastewater operators class I to IV, laboratory analysts, 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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