Pipes and Water Distribution Networks

Industry-Specific
Digital Skills

Engineering, Construction, and Infrastructure

Duration

40 hours

PRESENTATION

The course Pipes and Water Distribution Networks offers you a unique opportunity to delve into the world of water supply systems, a sector experiencing significant growth and demand. As urbanisation and population growth continue to escalate, the need for efficient and reliable water distribution becomes ever more critical. This course equips you with essential skills to understand networks and service connections, explore the components of supply systems, and master the design and protection techniques vital for modern infrastructure. You’ll also gain insights into structural considerations and quality management, ensuring the sustainability and resilience of water networks. By joining this course, you position yourself at the forefront of an industry essential to public health and urban development, enhancing your career prospects in a field where skilled professionals are in high demand.

Objectives

– To understand the basic principles of water distribution networks and service connections.

– To identify key components of the water supply system and their functions.

– To design effective water distribution systems considering essential safety measures.

– To apply strategies for the protection of water supply systems against potential hazards.

– To analyse structural considerations in the design of water distribution networks.

– To implement quality management practices within water distribution systems.

– To evaluate the efficiency and sustainability of existing water supply networks.

Syllabus

UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKS AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS General conditions Components of the water main connection (I) Components of the water main connection (II) Components of the water main connection (III) Dimensioning and installation of the wáter main connection UNIT 2. COMPONENTS OF THE SUPPLY SYSTEM General considerations. Pipes (I) General considerations. Pipes (II) General considerations. Pipes (III) Joints and fittings Operation and control elements UNIT 3. DESIGN AND PROTECTION OF THE SUPPLY SYSTEM Design and layout criteria Hydraulic dimensioning of pipelines Calculation of cathodic protection Pipe protection and cleaning Practical exercises on pipe networks UNIT 4. STRUCTURAL CONSIDERATIONS AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT Structural considerations Underground trench installations (I) Underground trench installations (II) Quality management (I) Quality management (II)
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