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Pumps & Motors (WD-02e)


Description
The focus of this class is on the theory and operation of kinetic energy centrifugal pumps. It is an intensive introduction and practical application review on the basic operation of a centrifugal pumps and their application in the water industry. During the course of the presentation, the student will learn the centrifugal pump types, centrifugal pump components, fundamentals of pump hydraulics, pump NPSH and cavitation, pump curves, safety, and troubleshooting.
Content
  • Chapter 1 Introduction to Centrifugal Pumps
  • Chapter 1 Quiz
  • Chapter 2 Centrifugal Pump Types
  • Chapter 2 Quiz
  • Chapter 3 Centrifugal Pump Components
  • Chapter 3 Quiz
  • Chapter 4 Fundamentals of Pump Hydraulics
  • Chapter 4 Quiz
  • Chapter 5 Pump NPSH and Cavitation
  • Chapter 5 Quiz
  • Chapter 6 Building Pump Curves
  • Chapter 6 Quiz
  • Chapter 7 Pump Safety
  • Chapter 7 Quiz
  • Chapter 8 Pump Troubleshooting
  • Chapter 8 Quiz
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: 1 year