Course Section 1 Content Section 1 Content Left Section 1 Content Right Credit Type: Course ACE ID: TEEX-0308 Version: 1 Organization's ID: WWW500 Organization: Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Location: Classroom-based Length: 40 hours Minimum Passing Score: 70 ACE Credit Recommendation Period: 11/1/2023 - 10/31/2026 Credit Recommendation & Competencies Section 2 Content Section 2 Content Left Section 2 Content Right Level Credits (SH) Subject Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Introduction to Backflow Prevention Description Section 3 Content Section 3 Content Left Section 3 Content Right Objective: Upon the successful completion of this course, participants will be able to test four types of backflow prevention assemblies and determine repair needs based on test results. Learning Outcomes: Participants will be able to discuss the need for backflow prevention. Participants will be able to discuss the theory of backflow and cross-connections. Participants will be able to test the mechanical equipment for cross-connection control. Participants will be able to identify state requirements for backflow prevention. General Topics: Module 1: Introduction to Backflow Prevention Module 2: Theory of Backflow and Cross-Connections Module 3: Mechanical Equipment for Cross-Connection Control Module 4: Codes, Regulations, and Laws Instruction & Assessment Section 4 Content Section 4 Content Left Section 4 Content Right Instructional Strategies: Audio Visual Materials Classroom Exercise Discussion Lectures Practical Exercises Methods of Assessment: Examinations Supplemental Materials Section 5 Content Section 5 Content Left Section 5 Content Right Equivalencies Section 6 Content Section 6 Content Left Section 6 Content Right Button Content Rail Content 1 Other offerings from Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service View All Courses College Credit Opportunities Page Content