Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Introduction to Cooling and Water Systems Management

• Understand the role of cooling and water systems in industrial and commercial applications.
• Identify types of cooling systems, including:
• Open-loop and closed-loop cooling systems.
• Once-through cooling vs. recirculating cooling.
• Air-cooled vs. water-cooled systems.
• Learn about critical components (cooling towers, heat exchangers, pumps, piping, and control systems).

2. Water Chemistry and Treatment in Cooling Systems

• Understand water quality parameters affecting cooling system performance.
• Learn about corrosion, scaling, and microbial growth in cooling systems.
• Implement chemical treatment programs, including:
• Corrosion inhibitors.
• Scale inhibitors.
• Biocides and dispersants.
• Optimize pH control, alkalinity, and dissolved solids management.

3. Cooling Tower Operation and Maintenance

• Learn how cooling towers function in heat rejection.
• Understand blowdown, cycles of concentration, and drift control.
• Implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies for:
• Fan and motor systems.
• Fill media and distribution systems.
• Water distribution and air handling.

4. Heat Exchangers and Chilled Water Systems

• Understand types of heat exchangers (plate, shell-and-tube, finned coil).
• Learn how to maintain and optimize chiller performance.
• Implement fouling prevention and thermal efficiency improvement strategies.

5. Legionella Risk Management and Microbiological Control

• Learn about Legionella bacteria risks in cooling towers and water systems.
• Implement water safety plans and Legionella prevention programs.
• Apply regulatory and industry best practices (ASHRAE 188, CDC guidelines, ISO standards).

6. Water Conservation and Sustainability Strategies

• Optimize water usage and efficiency in cooling systems.
• Learn about alternative cooling technologies (hybrid cooling, dry cooling).
• Implement wastewater recycling and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) strategies.

7. Monitoring, Control, and Automation in Cooling Systems

• Learn about sensor-based real-time monitoring of cooling water parameters.
• Implement IoT and AI-driven predictive maintenance for cooling systems.
• Utilize automated dosing and control systems for efficient water treatment.

8. Troubleshooting and Case Studies

• Analyze real-world failures in cooling and water systems.
• Learn problem-solving techniques for poor heat transfer, corrosion, biofouling, and water loss.
• Apply best practices for improving cooling system reliability and efficiency.

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals involved in cooling system management, water treatment, and industrial maintenance, including:

1. Operations & Facility Management Teams

• Cooling System Operators
• HVAC Engineers
• Power Plant Operators

2. Water Treatment & Maintenance Teams

• Water Quality Specialists
• Chemical Treatment Technicians
• Maintenance Engineers