Full course description
Course Description:
This six-week online course will teach South Carolina dam owners the basics of dam design, inspection and maintenance techniques, and how to develop a dam repair plan. The Dam Ownership in South Carolina class is designed for both unregulated dams and dams regulated by the Dams and. Reservoir Safety Program
Course Topics:
- Introduction to Dams and Their Function
- Parts of Dam
- Law and Regulation
- Assessment of Dams
- Dam Operation, Maintenance, and Repair
- Significant and High Hazard Dams: Emergency Action Plans
Course Requirements:
Participants can submit a knowledge check quiz at the end of each module; however, this is not required.
Technical Requirements:
To Participate fully in this course, you will need:
- An active email address for the individual participating in the course.
- A desktop computer or laptop (recommended): Canvas is available on mobile devices, but some content may appear differently
- Access to a high-speed internet connection.
- A web browser compatible with Canvas: Chrome and Firefox are recommended.
- Headphones or speakers (closed captioning also available)
- Computer skills including Internet browsing, using email, typing, downloading files, and basic troubleshooting.
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