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.

Need Help?

• If you need help accessing or registering for a course, please contact Clemson Online at onlineplus@clemson.edu/
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• Please do not contact CCIT regarding CPE courses. Please reach out to Clemson Online so that we can assist you.