Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems

Take your wastewater operations career to the next level! This 45-hour class will prepare you for a Level 2 or higher NJ “C” wastewater collection system license exam.

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Course Details

Course Name: Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems
Course Code: EO0901WA25
Date of Most Recent Offering: February 18 – May 27, 2025 (Tuesday evenings)

Date: February 18 – May 27, 2025 (Tuesday evenings) UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm EST/EDT UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

Location: Online with 1 or 2 mandatory in-person facility site visits (site visit schedule will be provided in advance) UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING
Format: Live, instructor-led UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

Registration Fee: $795 per person* UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING
Registration Closes: February 14, 2025 at 3:00 pm EST UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

*Textbooks are not included in your registration fee. See below for textbook ordering information.

Paying with a check, money order, or purchase order?
Payments should be made out to: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Checks and money orders should be mailed to: Office of Continuing Professional Education, Attn: Registration Dept., 102 Ryders Ln, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519
Purchase Orders can be mailed to the address above or electronically sent to registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

Course Overview

If you’re planning to sit for a Level 2 or higher New Jersey “C” wastewater collection system license exam, you are required to complete and pass a 45-hour Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems course. This class has been designed to meet the NJDEP requirement and help you prepare for success on your wastewater license exam.

In this course, you’ll learn the theory, science, and practical applications of the most critical wastewater operations. Preparation for wastewater licensing exams will be a primary focus, and you’ll have the opportunity to take a practice exam and discuss the results in class. If you’re planning to take a C3 or C4 exam, this class can also serve as a great refresher!

NOTE: The majority of the class meetings are held online however, there will be one or two mandatory in-person site visits. The scheduling of these visits is dependent on the availability of the facility being visited and may need to be scheduled on a Saturday. Ample advance notice of the dates of these visits will be given and the dates noted on the course agenda. Missing a site visit will count as two (2) absences – no exceptions will be made.

  • NJDEP Rules and Regulations Governing Wastewater Collection Systems
  • Hydraulics and Flow Measurement
  • Inspection Techniques for New and Existing Sewers
  • Math and Calculation Reviews Relating to Wastewater Operations
  • Sewer Cleaning, Repair, and Replacement
  • Grease and Odor Control

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for anyone preparing for a Level 2 or higher New Jersey “C” wastewater licensing exam, including:

  • Engineers
  • Foremen
  • Licensed Wastewater Operators
  • Maintenance Mechanics
  • Pump Station Operators
  • Public Works Superintendents
  • Sewer Maintenance Workers and Foremen
  • Supervisors of Water/Sewer Departments

Meet Your Instructors

Robert M. Genetelli, Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority

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With more than 30 years of experience, Robert Genetelli has vast knowledge in environmental field studies, laboratory sampling and analysis procedures, water and wastewater treatment, managerial oversight, financial management, and industrial wastewater treatment. He is a New Jersey State Licensed Operator for Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities and the Superintendent of Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority.

In addition, Mr. Genetelli serves as a Qualified Purchasing Agent, consultant, and adjunct professor at Rutgers University, certified Sewage Sludge Incinerator operator, Industrial Pretreatment Coordinator, and PACP certified sanitary sewer TV inspector/operator. Eager for students to succeed, Robert is engaging and excellent at simplifying technical concepts.

Nicholas J. Fabbricatore, Sr., Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority

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Nicholas Fabbricatore is the Operations Supervisor for the Northwest Bergen County Utilities Authority and has more than 27 years of operational experience in the water and wastewater field. His early experience in traveling the United States on the private side of the water/wastewater industry starting up new water and wastewater projects ranging from standard municipal plants to miles of well fields to industrial plants such as Ocean Spray is the corner stone of his experience. This rare experience is something he wants to give new operators to build on. Starting from the bottom of the proverbial ladder, he understands the challenges inexperienced operators face. His operational background along with his unique experiences allow him to train upcoming operators with a viewpoint only an operator can give.

Student Reviews

“Detailed material, very informative for test studying.”

– Richard Niziolek, Middlesex Water Company

Most useful part of the course: “In class discussions and practical math problems.”

– Past Participant

“[I learned] Different and new techniques to reline sewer mains.”

– Past Participant

Continuing Education Credits

The most recent offering of Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems was approved for 4.5 Rutgers CEUs (45 contact hours), as well as the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems course is approved for 4.5 Rutgers CEUs (45 contact hours), as well as the following credits from professional organizations.

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NJ Professional Engineers: 45 Continuing Professional Competency (CPC) Credits

NJ Wastewater Operators (C, N, or S) ONLY: 45 TCHs (Approval #01-100301-20)

Course Requirements and Policies

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The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection requires all course registrants to have access to the current versions of the following textbooks published by the Water Program Division of the California State University at Sacramento (https://www.owp.csus.edu/courses/catalog.php):

  1. O & M of Wastewater Collection Systems Volume 1; 8th edition
  2. O & M of Wastewater Collection Systems, Volume 2; 8th edition
  3. Utility Management; 3rd edition

The textbooks are NOT included in the registration fee for the course.
NOTE: Book editions are subject to change.

Instructions to order books:

  1. Go to https://www.owp.csus.edu/
  2. Click on “Operator Training”
  3. Scroll down to “Correspondence Courses and Manuals”
  4. Click on “Wastewater Course”
  5. Select your books (always pick “Manual” when purchasing your books)
  6. Hit “Continue”
  7. Once you have selected all your books, go to your “Shopping Cart”
  8. Hit “Next”
  9. Follow the instructions from there to complete your purchase (you may have to create a new account)

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This online course will be delivered via Rutgers Canvas learning management system and Zoom.

Equipment you will need to access this training:

  • A laptop or desktop computer is required for this class.
  • Speakers and microphone are not necessary as a call-in option is available.

Once you register with OCPE, you will receive an email from “Rutgers University Canvas” saying, “Click here to finish the registration process,” to create your new account in the Canvas Virtual Platform. If you do not see this message in your inbox, please check your junk/spam folder.

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A unique email address is required for each registrant to register and access our courses.

  • If this is your first time registering with us, please provide your own unique email address when registering; do not provide an email address that you share with co-workers.
  • If you have previously taken classes with us and have used an email address that you share with your co-workers or supervisor, your account must be updated with a unique email address. To do this, please send an email to us at registration@njaes.rutgers.edu stating that your email address needs to be changed and include:
    • Your full name
    • The shared email address that needs to be changed
    • Your unique email address
    • A phone number where you can be reached if we have any questions

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Each registrant will be asked provide a photo of him/herself holding their government-issued photo ID. This is required by credit boards so that you may receive credits for participating in this online course.

  • You will receive a reminder email prior to the start of the class with further instructions. Wait to receive these instructions before you attempt to upload your ID.
  • The photo must be clear enough that we can read your name and verify that the person pictured on the ID is in fact the person holding it.
  • After an OCPE staff member reviews the picture and verifies your identity, you will have access to participate in the course when it begins.

x icon with circle around itCancellations and Substitutions

A $75 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

Attention U.S. Veterans

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This course is approved by the New Jersey State Approving Agency for Veterans Training for educational benefits through the GI Bill®. Learn more.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!

If you have any questions about Advanced Wastewater Collection Systems, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Administrative Assistant: Judith Joshua
848-932-7483 
judith.joshua@rutgers.edu

For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.

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Video Inspections of Sanitary Sewers

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