Build a strong technical foundation in pumping and piping systems by understanding flow, pressure, head, hydraulic power, pump types, performance characteristics, operating points and essential hydraulic calculations.
Understand the construction and mechanical components of industrial pumps and their associated drive systems, including seals, bearings, couplings, alignment, motors and variable frequency drives.
Learn how suction and discharge conditions affect pump performance and reliability, with practical focus on priming, air ingress, NPSH, cavitation, pressure surge and hydraulic protection.
Develop practical knowledge of industrial piping systems by understanding material selection, pipe sizing, velocity, friction loss, pressure drop, layout, supports, expansion and piping integrity.
Understand the functions and applications of industrial valves and control systems, including actuators, positioners, fail action, throttling, bypass systems and energy-efficient flow control.
Learn the essential practices for pump installation, piping connection, alignment, pre-commissioning, performance testing and safe routine operation of industrial pumping systems
Develop practical knowledge of pump and piping monitoring and automation through pressure, flow, temperature, level and vibration measurement, together with PLC, HMI, VFD and automatic control systems.
Learn how to establish an effective pump and piping maintenance program using routine inspection, preventive and predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, overhauling and equipment reliability practices.
Develop systematic troubleshooting skills for pump performance, suction, vibration, mechanical, electrical, control and piping problems while applying Root Cause Analysis to prevent recurring failures.
Learn how to improve pumping system efficiency and reduce operating costs through performance analysis, energy auditing, VFD application, impeller optimization, pressure control and lifecycle cost management.
Build professional skills for safe and effective pump and piping management through pressure and electrical safety, LOTO, maintenance planning, documentation, KPI monitoring, spare-parts management and reporting.