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INSTRUCTOR:
Mark Peterson, P.E.
Purpose and Background
Small water systems present several unique challenges. Small systems can serve not only small communities but also small areas of larger systems. Especially in large systems, small pressure zones are very different than the rest of the larger system and design requirements can be much different. Many small water systems have limited storage provided by pressure tanks rather than large ground storage or elevated tanks. This webinar will cover appropriate storage tank sizing, pipe sizing and pump sizing for small water systems, while still meeting typical regulatory standards.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
Benefits
- Learn how to calculate available storage in a pressure tank
- Examine the impact of different pressure settings on storage capacity in a pressure tank
- Learn how a jockey pump is different from a standard water system pump
- Learn why fire pumps may not be the best solution in small systems
- Learn how to properly size pipelines in a small water system
- Examine the differences between a large water system and a smaller system
- Learn how large storage tanks can be a poor option for small systems
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain how pressure tanks store water and how to calculate the available capacity
- Explain the purpose of a jockey pump and how it is different from a typical water pump
- Explain the value and challenges of fire pumps
- Recognize how pipeline sizing is different for small water systems
- Explain how large tanks can negatively impact water age in small systems
These learning outcomes focus on practical skills and knowledge to enhance participants' ability to manage BIM coordination challenges.
Assessment of Learning Outcomes
Achievement of the learning outcomes by attendees will be assessed through short quizzes and a final exam.
Who Should Attend?
Engineers responsible for:
- Design of small water distribution systems
- Operation of small distribution systems
- Review of small water systems
Outline
- Pressure tanks and storage capacity
- Jockey pumps
- Fire pumps
- Pipeline sizing
- Large storage tanks
How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs
This course is worth .2 CEUs / 2 PDHs. To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short on-line post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 30 days of the course.
How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?
1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]