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Electrical Basics and Tips For Water Systems


Estimated contact time: 1 hour

Credits:
  • NGWA: 0.1 CEU (1 CEU = 10 hours)
  • Per state: Varies, see specific state recognition in description
  • Continuing Education FAQs
Program description:
Attendees will learn about the basics of electricity as it relates to the Water Systems industry including the hydraulic analogy, supply, nameplate information, surge protection, cable selection and use of meters. Knowledge of electrical basics is critical for personal safety as well as proper installations and troubleshooting. Understanding how meters work, proper use and care are critical skills necessary for efficient and effective troubleshooting.



State-specific CEU recognition:
  • Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation — 1 CEU
  • Florida Water Well Contractors Continuing Education Program — 1 S/B CEC (expires 9/29/2025)
  • Georgia Environmental Protection Division — 1 hour
  • Idaho Ground Water Association – 1 CEC approval pending
  • Indiana Department of Natural Resources — 1 hour approval pending
  • Iowa Department of Natural Resources — 1 CEU
  • Kansas Ground Water Association – 1 CEU
  • Louisiana Department of Natural Resources — 1 credit hour approval pending
  • Maryland State Board of Well Drillers — 1 credit hour
  • Minnesota Department of Health — 1 contact hour
  • Montana Board of Water Well Contractors —1 CE
  • Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services — 1 CEU
  • New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services — approval pending
  • New Jersey Division of Water Supply & Geoscience — 1 CEP
  • North Dakota State Water Commission — 1 CEC
  • Ohio Department of Health – 1 CE
  • Oklahoma Water Resources Board — 1 CEU
  • Oregon Water Resources Department — 1 CEC
  • Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board – 1 Hour approval pending
  • South Dakota Water Rights Program — 1 CEC
  • Tennessee Division of Water Resources — 1 CEU
  • Washington Department of Ecology — 1 CEU
  • West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources – 1 CEH approval pending
  • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – 1 CEC PIP; WDP/WDRO; HEDI/HEDRO (expires 1/24/2027)
  • Wyoming State Engineer’s Office – 1 CPC