Level Sensors in Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems
Training Outline
This course gives water and wastewater operators a solid understanding of how level sensors work and how to use them effectively in the field. Learn the differences between float sensors, conductive probes, submersible and non-contact sensors, along with how to install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot them. Includes key concepts like the 4–20 mA signal and PLC integration.
- 1
Different Types of Level Sensors
- Where to Find Level Sensors
- Different Types of Level Sensors
Chapter test - 2
Basic Level Sensors
- Using Float Sensors
- Using Conductive Probes
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting for Basic Level Sensors
Chapter test - 3
Working Principle of Level Sensors
- Test your knowledge, validate your skillsWorking Principle of Sensors
- Measuring Chain and 4-20 mA
- How Submersible Sensors Work
- Water Level Measurement Using a Non-Contact Sensor
- How to Calibrate a Sensor
- Sensor Faults
- Installation Precautions
- Sensors and Programmable Logic Controllers
Chapter test - 4Chapter test
- 5Chapter test
- 6Chapter test
- 7Chapter test
- 8Chapter test
Learning outcomes
- Explain and identify the different types of level sensors
- Explain how level sensors work
Level
Intermediate
Prerequisities
- Basic knowledge of drinking water and wastewater systems
- Basic knowledge in electricity
- Basic knowledge in hydraulics
Target audience
This course is designed for professional certified water distribution and water treatment operators class I to IV, maintenance technicians
Learning material and method
Video clips with a placement test, practice exercises and a 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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