Fundamentals of Reliable Pump Operation      
(Instructor-Led, Course Code ILOFRPO)

Course Description
Fundamentals of Reliable Pump Operation is an introductory course that focuses on how a pump system works and explains how optimization practices can increase a pump system’s efficiency and reliability. Participants get extensive hands-on experience using a state-of-the-art Pump System Simulator. Designed for the training environment, our Pump System Simulator uses transparent piping to ensure that participants can actually see the flow patterns they configure. This reinforces the concepts and skills learned in the course.

Participants
This course is designed for operators, maintenance technicians, or anyone interested in learning about reliable centrifugal pump operation.

Course Topics:

• Pump Fundamentals &  Basic Hydraulics Review
• Life Cycle Costs             
  
• System Approach                 
  
• Factors of Pump Reliability
  
• Pump Operation Safety
  
• Procedures for Pump Operation
  
• Normal Operations
  
• Other Modes of Operation
  
• Coupling Considerations
  
• Caring for Pump Shaft Seals
  
• Bearing Design and Application
  
• Pump Considerations
  
• Troubleshooting              
  
• Fundamentals of Condition Monitoring and Root Cause Analysis

Duration
2 days

Continuing Education Units:
1.5 CEUs

Prerequisites (e-Learning courses or equivalent experience)

• Pump Fundamentals
• Basic Hydraulics for Centrifugal Pump Systems

Cost
Open Sessions $900 (US) per person, Private Sessions: Available Upon Request