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Key Facts: UT Water/Wastewater Operator Exam
Grade I-IV
Certification Levels
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70%
Minimum Passing Score
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$156
Total Exam Cost ($50 + $106)
Utah DEQ
3 Years
Renewal Cycle
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100 Questions
Exam Length (3 hours)
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About the UT Water/Wastewater Operator Exam
The Utah water/wastewater operator certification exam tests knowledge of UAC R309-300 (drinking water) and R317-10 (wastewater), water treatment operations, wastewater treatment processes, distribution and collection systems, and laboratory testing. Grades I-IV available with standardized WPI exams for wastewater.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$50 application + $106 testing (Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ))
UT Water/Wastewater Operator Exam Content Outline
State Laws & Regulations
UAC R309-300 and R317-10, Grade I-IV levels, restricted vs. unrestricted status, and 3-year renewal cycle
Water Treatment
Disinfection, coagulation, filtration, CT calculations, and SDWA compliance
Wastewater Treatment
Activated sludge, sludge handling, NPDES permits, biological treatment, and safety
Distribution & Collection
Cross-connection control, backflow prevention, pump operations, and hydraulics
Laboratory & Math
Water quality testing, sampling, math calculations, record-keeping, and reporting
How to Pass the UT Water/Wastewater Operator Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam fee: $50 application + $106 testing
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
UT Water/Wastewater Operator Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
What certification grades does Utah offer?
Utah offers Grades I through IV for both drinking water and wastewater operators. Wastewater also includes treatment, collection, restricted versions, and Small Lagoon System Operator (Grade I).
Are Utah operator exams sequential?
No, exams are not sequential. You can take any grade level desired. However, certifications are restricted until you gain required experience for unrestricted status.
What is the exam format and cost in Utah?
100 multiple-choice questions, 3-hour time limit, 70% to pass. Application fee is $50 to DEQ plus $106 testing fee to PSI. 30-day wait between retakes.
What is the certification renewal cycle?
Certifications renew every 3 years on December 31. CEUs are required during the 3-year cycle beginning January 1 after passing the exam.
Who produces Utah's wastewater exams?
Utah uses standardized exams produced by Water Professionals International (WPI), developed to evaluate 'need-to-know' criteria for wastewater operators.