Course designed to build capacity for Yukon water operators

The Water Distribution System Operations course is a new course that has been designed for and by Yukoners. This course will provide customized training based on the existing municipal infrastructure. Students will receive relevant and practical training that will contribute to enhancing the water safety needs of the north.

The City of Whitehorse helped to create this educational opportunity by providing the expertise and input on the practical side of this course. “With two-thirds of the course spent on practical application, students gain the hands on experience that is needed in the field,” says Yukon College Vice President Education & Training, Karen Barnes. “We are proud to provide Yukon specific courses that are relevant and practical for our northern needs”, says Barnes.

This course is one of many that are offered through the Water and Wastewater Operator Program at Yukon College. These courses have been created with funds and support from the Yukon Government. “We are seeing increased operator knowledge since the water quality courses have been offered at Yukon College”, says Pat Brooks, Environmental Health Services, Yukon Government. Twenty different courses are offered throughout the year by over 8 instructors from within the water quality industry. These courses are aimed at preparing operators to write their certification exams, as well as take specialty courses within the industry.

Media are welcome to view the training sessions from Tuesday, February 15 to Thursday, February 17. Please contact Robert Rondeau at 668-8798 to ensure your visit is received at the best time for both you and the students.