This book was developed and written out of years of tutoring and mentoring numerous people who used this same information, now complied into this book, to successfully take and pass various water treatment examinations. This book helps people who have little to no experience or limited education with math principles and concepts. The process is known as dimensional analysis , which breaks each process down to its simplest form. The author has used his years of operator knowledge coupled with experience passing numerous exams to help detail key elements needed for your success. These elements are explained in simple terms and everyday language that makes it easy to comprehend. The "Tips and Shortcuts" section is packed full of useful information to guide you through the process. This book will give future and existing operators a solid foundation for taking water treatment/ water distribution Grade 1 & 2 exams.