Exam Prep
Course Pack: Exam Prep
ABC Exam Prep: Wastewater
Course Description
ABC Exam Wastewater Preparation Course is designed to help wastewater treatment professionals prepare for the Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) certification exam. This course provides a focused review of essential wastewater concepts, treatment processes, and operational principles required for certification success.
Learners will study key topics including wastewater collection systems, preliminary and primary treatment, biological processes, secondary clarification, sludge handling, disinfection, process control, laboratory analysis, and troubleshooting. The course also emphasizes safety practices, regulatory compliance, and mathematical calculations commonly found in ABC exam questions.
Through structured lessons, practice questions, and exam strategies, participants will strengthen their technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. By the end of the course, learners will be fully prepared to confidently attempt the ABC Wastewater Operator Certification Exam.
Learning Objectives
1) Review core wastewater process topics
2) Strengthen exam math & formula recall
3) Practice ABC-format questions
4) Identify personal knowledge gaps
5) Apply test-taking strategies
Agenda
1) Exam structure, format, and expectation overview
2) Review of primary treatment through solids handling
3) Math practice, conversions, and applied process calculations
4) Key regulatory topics relevant to certification
5) Sample problem walkthroughs and study planning guidance
Target audience
All
Level
II, III
Learning material and method
Online on-demand
Assessment
Knowledge check and quiz (80% correct and above)
Instructor
Mike Harrington