COURSE OVERVIEW:

The infrastructure supporting water distribution relies on the seamless integration of sprawling networks and high-capacity pumping stations. This course examines the hydraulic principles governing water flow, pressure management, and the mechanical reliability of the assets required to transport water from source to consumer. Participants will explore the architectural design of modern distribution grids, including the placement of reservoirs, booster stations, and the configuration of loop and branch systems.

The scope of this training encompasses the technical management of large-scale pumping stations, focusing on the selection and operation of centrifugal and vertical turbine pumps. We will investigate the impact of water hammer, surge phenomena, and transient pressures on pipeline integrity, alongside the diagnostic tools used to detect leaks and blockages. The curriculum covers the essential role of automated control systems, such as SCADA and PLC interfaces, in maintaining system balance and responding to fluctuating demand patterns in real-time.

Coverage also includes the rigorous maintenance protocols required for valves, flow meters, and backflow preventers within the network. By focusing on energy efficiency and the prevention of non-revenue water (NRW), the course provides a holistic approach to sustainable utility management. Through this detailed study, attendants will gain the expertise necessary to troubleshoot hydraulic instabilities, oversee complex repair activities, and ensure the continuous delivery of safe, pressurized water to the community.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Identify the primary components and layout configurations of a water distribution network.
2. Explain the hydraulic principles of flow, head, and friction loss in large-diameter piping.
3. Manage the start-up and shutdown sequences of high-capacity centrifugal pumps.
4. Analyze pump performance curves and system head curves to identify operating points.
5. Utilize surge protection devices to mitigate the effects of water hammer.
6. Diagnose and repair common malfunctions in air release and vacuum valves.
7. Implement leak detection programs using acoustic sensors and flow monitoring.
8. Evaluate the performance of variable frequency drives (VFDs) in pressure regulation.
9. Execute preventive maintenance schedules for valves and pumping skid auxiliaries.
10. Monitor water quality parameters within the network to ensure potable standards.
11. Troubleshoot SCADA communication errors and instrumentation failures.
12. Manage the maintenance of chlorination and chemical dosing systems at booster stations.
13. Coordinate emergency repair activities for pipe bursts and major equipment failures.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is designed for Water Utility Operators, Pumping Station Supervisors, Maintenance Engineers, and Network Technicians.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.