This course starts with a broad overview of the different levels of government, their inter-relationships and influence on local city operations. Weekly sessions then provide broad information on roads, drainage, sanitary sewers, water distribution, and solid waste collection, with emphasis on public works operations. The course will conclude with concepts of asset and maintenance management of municipal infrastructure. On completion, students will be eligible to continue with additional courses in wastewater collection, water distribution, stormwater management or roadworks maintenance.

The course provides basic knowledge of water distribution practices and focuses on the practical aspects of water system planning, construction, operation and maintenance. The course includes water disinfection, safety, backflow control systems and record management. This course is designed to assist candidates wishing to write the Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) Level 1 exam. EOCP examination time and fee information will be made available to all qualified students. Prerequisites: PUBW 1001* (* may be taken concurrently)

Provides an advanced knowledge of water distribution practices and focuses on the practical aspects of construction, operation and maintenance of water distribution systems. Prepares students for the Environmental Operators's Certification Program (EOCP) Level 2 exam. EOCP examination time and fee information will be made available to all qualified students. Prerequisites: PUBW 1114