Public Works Academy
Courses are offered in-person only. Click on your class type below for session dates and registration.
Details
Course Hours: 20 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Ginger Laird
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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January 6-8, 2026 (Registration closes Dec. 15)
Cost
$310
TEEX manual, Day 1 lunch, and Day 2 lunch included
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The objective of this course is to review the water cycle, wastewater characteristics, collection systems, lift (pumping) stations, preliminary treatment and flow measurement, sedimentation and the activated sludge process.
Accreditation:
This course is required for the D Wastewater License and meets the requirements established by TCEQ for licensing in the Wastewater Industry in the State of Texas.
Topics:
Details
Course Hours: 20 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Mark Rich, Hydrotex Training Services
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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August 26-28, 2025 (Registration closes Aug. 11)
April 7-9, 2026 (Registration closes Mar. 23)
Cost
$310
TEEX manual, Day 1 lunch, and Day 2 lunch included
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The objective of this course is to review water works operations, public relations, origin and characteristics of water, well and surface supplies, disinfection, storage/distribution, and safety.
Accreditation:
This course is required for the D Water License and meets the requirements established by TCEQ for licensing in the Water Industry in the State of Texas. The provider for the course is TCEQ-approved Hydrotex Training Services.
Topics:
- Water Utilities Operators
- Public Relations
- Water Quality
- Groundwater Production
- Surface Water Production
- Disinfection
- Distribution
- Safety
- Calculations
Details
Course Hours: 20 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Mark Rich, Hydrotex Training Services
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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October 21-23, 2025 (Registration closes Oct. 6)
Cost
$310
TEEX manual, Day 1 lunch, and Day 2 lunch included
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The objective of this course is to review wastewater operator certification, collection system design, construction, lift stations, sewer maintenance and operation, industrial waste monitoring and collection system management.
Accreditation:
This course is required for the D Water License and meets the requirements established by TCEQ for licensing in the Water Industry in the State of Texas. The provider for the course is TCEQ-approved Hydrotex Training Services.
Topics:
- Introduction to Wastewater Collection
- State Requirements
- Collection System Design
- Construction
- Lift Stations
- Maintenance and Operation
- Collection System Safety
- Industrial Waste Monitoring
- Collection System Management
- Calculations
Details
Course Hours: 20 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Mark Rich, Hydrotex Training Services
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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September 23-25, 2025 (Registration closes Sep. 8)
September 15-17, 2026 (Registration opens Sep. 26, 2026)
Cost
$310
TEEX manual, Day 1 lunch, and Day 2 lunch included
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The objective of this course is to review sources and characteristics of water, public health, distribution system hydraulics, water mains and services, valves and hydrants, pumps and motors and meters and services.
Accreditation:
This course is required for the D Water License and meets the requirements established by TCEQ for licensing in the Water Industry in the State of Texas. The provider for the course is TCEQ-approved Hydrotex Training Services.
Topics:
- Water Distribution System
- Water Mains
- Service Lines
- Valves
- Fire Hydrants
- Water Storage
- Pumps and Motors
- Water Meters
- Construction
- Operation of the Distribution System
- Calculations
Details
Course Hours: 20 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Ginger Laird
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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September 16-18, 2025 (Registration closes Aug. 29)
March 17-19, 2026 (Registration closes Mar. 2)
Cost
$310
TEEX manual, Day 1 lunch, and Day 2 lunch included
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The Water Utilities Safety course provides students with important information specific to confined spaces, proper personal protective equipment, and biological and chemical safety issues. Additionally, participants are guided through proper procedures associated with excavating and trenching, electrical safety, work site protection, safe vehicle operation, first aid safety tips, and best practices associated with a successful safety program.
Accreditation:
This course meets the requirements established by TCEQ for licensing in the Water/Wastewater Industry in the State of Texas.
Topics:
- Safety Awareness
- Personal Protective Equipment
- First Aid
- Chemical Safety
- Laboratory Safety
- Infectious Diseases and Infection
- Emergency Situations
- Electrical Safety
- Excavation, Trenching, and Machinery Safety
- Confined Space Safety
- Work Zone Traffic Control
Details
Course Hours: 4 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Lee Stimpson
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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August 19, 2025
November 13, 2025
February 4, 2026
June 3, 2026
August 18, 2026
Cost
$80
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The objective of this course is for participants to be able to read, interpret and effectively review construction site erosion and sediment control plans and Stormwater Pollution Control Plans (SW3Ps), explain the deficiencies of SW3Ps to property developers, designers and contractors and to understand the State requirements for TPDES construction general permits.
Target Audience:
Municipal plan reviewers, designers, engineers, property developers and other personnel involved with the responsibility of preparing or reviewing plans for preventing stormwater pollution during construction
Details
Course Hours: 4 hours
Instruction Type: In-Person
Instructor: Lee Stimpson
Location: NCTCOG Offices, 616 Six Flags Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for these courses.
Dates
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August 20, 2025
November 14, 2025
February 5, 2026
June 4, 2026
August 19, 2026
Cost
$80
100% refund for withdrawal 14 days prior to session start date
50% refund for withdrawal 5 days prior to session start date
No refund for no-shows or withdrawals within 4 days of the class date
Objectives
The objective of this course is for participants to understand how construction site temporary Best Management Practices (BMPs) operate, recognize deficiencies in erosion and sedimentation control plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SW3Ps), understand how to perform an efficient and effective site inspection for erosion and sediment control plans and SW3Ps, and recognize an improperly installed or maintained temporary BMP.
Target Audience:
Municipal and private inspectors, contractors, engineers and other personnel involved with the responsibility installing, inspecting or maintaining BMPs to prevent stormwater pollution during construction