@@masterz28 the distribution exam was simple, the treatment exam places more weight on the math. Yea it was in fair oaks, California. I only used Mr Pacheco’s videos but I have a BS in Geology and took a few classes on water related subjects so I already had a fairly solid foundation. Sac State offers online courses in water treatment/distribution as well as wastewater.
So today I took my D1 and passed. These videos were helpful in understanding the math but luckily the test gives you the formulas and conversion charts. Side note how you said “.785 x d x d x h” got stuck in my head lol.
@@trake8195 the d1 was fairly easy considering I probably spent a total of about 20 hrs studying plus a few hours on math. The backflow testing certification wasn’t that bad I’m in Northern California and I went to Mitch’s Certified Classes, great experience. The pay scale for those just depends on where you land the job. $30-55/hr
@@mrfelix9126 damn, I live in socal. I’m going to a community college for my classes. Taking the required classes for a t2, considering a d1/2 as well. Did you study for backflow certification at the same place?
Anyone know if I'll be taking the same test in Tennessee we are a small utility but not small enough to be considered for the other test for grade 1 certification... from what I have heard even though we only have about 3 to 4,000. Customers we have to take the same test as those that have 20,000+ which I think isn't right Imo because we don't use or do an A lot of things the big utility companies do..
This is pretty basic stuff here and on that grade 1 test. It’s worth knowing regardless. Also, if your at a place that only requires grade 1. I would recommend on your own time and dime to go study and take tests for grade 2, both treatment and distribution. We all want more money. We all need more certs.
Where do you go to school Manuel? Most people I have met are guys who have current jobs and take the exam to upgrade their resume. Therefore, instead of taking a class we buy a specific book off of sacramento state's website and self teach. There is a distribution book for the distribution exam and a treatment book for the treatment exam. You can take the d1 or t1 exams without purchasing the books but the books are a pre-requist to the d2 and t2 exams. I would recommend buying a book.
@@trake8195 passed it!! I found a great study guide for California test on Amazon. It’s 300 questions and most of the questions were on the test! Definitely could have studied a bit more math but it was not bad at all! I too just got my cwea collections system operator certification too!!
I took the test while I was employed. So I can’t quite speak to that, but I’ll try and make sure my best friend reply’s because he took the test and was almost immediately hired after passing.
Such a basic question. If you don't know this your not good for a water job Strait UP. This is the easy version. Matter of fact .785 is the lazy mans way. Its Pie-you know the calculator's button divided by 4 times diameter squared. than if you want gallons it is times 7.48 gallons per cubic foot.
Hello Mr. Pacheco,
I used your videos as a study aid for the T1 and the D1, I passed both.
I just want to say thanks!!!
Glad I could help!!!
How was the exam? Was it done in California and what online classes/resources did you use?
@@masterz28 the distribution exam was simple, the treatment exam places more weight on the math.
Yea it was in fair oaks, California.
I only used Mr Pacheco’s videos but I have a BS in Geology and took a few classes on water related subjects so I already had a fairly solid foundation.
Sac State offers online courses in water treatment/distribution as well as wastewater.
what was the t1 like?
@@trake8195a little more math intensive than the D1, it wasn’t terrible.
So today I took my D1 and passed. These videos were helpful in understanding the math but luckily the test gives you the formulas and conversion charts. Side note how you said “.785 x d x d x h” got stuck in my head lol.
Hey felix, did you take your d2?
I have not. I just got a backflow tester certification and now have the hours to take my D2. I plan on taking that in the coming months
@@mrfelix9126 oh that’s cool, how’s the d1 like? Also what’s the process of getting that back flow testing certification, how much does that job pay?
@@trake8195 the d1 was fairly easy considering I probably spent a total of about 20 hrs studying plus a few hours on math. The backflow testing certification wasn’t that bad I’m in Northern California and I went to Mitch’s Certified Classes, great experience. The pay scale for those just depends on where you land the job. $30-55/hr
@@mrfelix9126 damn, I live in socal. I’m going to a community college for my classes. Taking the required classes for a t2, considering a d1/2 as well. Did you study for backflow certification at the same place?
Thanks again. With your teachings, I was able to pass the D2 about 5 months back.
what other questions is there other than math?
@@tpjcomics yea also have the same question as the other guy lol
@Rolland Pacheco can you please send me the link for the exact book that you mentioned . Im studying for my D1 exam.
Well done!
Can you use a calculator in the test?
I am also working in the wastewater field in Vietnam
Anyone know if I'll be taking the same test in Tennessee we are a small utility but not small enough to be considered for the other test for grade 1 certification... from what I have heard even though we only have about 3 to 4,000. Customers we have to take the same test as those that have 20,000+ which I think isn't right Imo because we don't use or do an
A lot of things the big utility companies do..
This is pretty basic stuff here and on that grade 1 test. It’s worth knowing regardless.
Also, if your at a place that only requires grade 1. I would recommend on your own time and dime to go study and take tests for grade 2, both treatment and distribution.
We all want more money. We all need more certs.
What classes for school do I need to take for the water distribution exam?
Where do you go to school Manuel? Most people I have met are guys who have current jobs and take the exam to upgrade their resume. Therefore, instead of taking a class we buy a specific book off of sacramento state's website and self teach. There is a distribution book for the distribution exam and a treatment book for the treatment exam. You can take the d1 or t1 exams without purchasing the books but the books are a pre-requist to the d2 and t2 exams. I would recommend buying a book.
I'm going to Santiago canyon college for my d1 mathamatics water distribution course it starts next week.
@@manueltorres7916 did you pass your exam?
@@sidgas142 unfortunately i didn't get to finish school they closed due to covid months ago. I'm selling cars now.
@rolland pacheco can you please send me the link for the exact book that you mentioned . Im studying for my D1 exam.
Cool content can’t wait for more
O so kind of you, kind Sir. I will make sure to continue to give ye that "more" you speak of :)
I have a question, I got my state test coming up, exactly how many questions are on the test?
Rafael Santiago there are 100 questions.
I love you mr Pacheco lol
Thanks for posting
I got my d2 test next month! Illlet you how it goes 😊
Howd it go?
@@trake8195 passed it!! I found a great study guide for California test on Amazon. It’s 300 questions and most of the questions were on the test! Definitely could have studied a bit more math but it was not bad at all! I too just got my cwea collections system operator certification too!!
@@trake8195 next year on may i qualify for my D3!
after taking the test was it fairly simple for you to get employment ?? or did it take a while
I took the test while I was employed. So I can’t quite speak to that, but I’ll try and make sure my best friend reply’s because he took the test and was almost immediately hired after passing.
Thank you
Great work just found this channel keep it up🤙
Thanks man! Let me know if you have any specific problems i can help you solve!
Thanks man! Let me know if you have any specific problems i can help you solve!
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Wish I could but I’m in a different line of work now and the videos helped the couple of people I wanted to help already. 😄
Such a basic question. If you don't know this your not good for a water job Strait UP. This is the easy version. Matter of fact .785 is the lazy mans way. Its Pie-you know the calculator's button divided by 4 times diameter squared. than if you want gallons it is times 7.48 gallons per cubic foot.