Introduction to Pumping Technology

INTENDED AUDIENCE

This course covers the very basics of Pumping Technology and is aimed at those who are new to pumps, to all the ancillary staff working alongside sales and technical colleagues. Such as those who may be involved in admin, accounts, reception etc and who would benefit from an understanding of the language used of pump types and their uses.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course follows the format of a PowerPoint type presentation and is broken down into chapters each with a short test at the end of a chapter for students to monitor their progress and understanding. On completion of the course is a final test, this is a selection of randomised questions will give a final score and determines if the student has achieved a pass, credit or distinction that will be shown on their certificate from the BPMA.

A pass rate of 60% must be obtained to gain NOCN certification.

A pass rate of 60% must be obtained to gain NOCN certification.

Study in your own time and at your own pace. Working in this way you can gain a recognised qualification.

COURSE PROGRAMME

f Introduction f What is a Pump? f Units & Dimensions f The Pump Family f Rotodynamic pumps f Rotary Positive

Displacement f Reciprocating PD Pumps f Pumping Issues f Pumping Systems f Legal Issues f The Pump Industry f Dictionary of Terms f Conversion Factors f Suggested Reading f Final Test Instructions

IN DETAIL INTRODUCTION TO PUMPING TECHNOLOGY

This course is aimed directly at those new to the industry or those who need a basic understanding of pump technology. This course is suitable for all personnel who need a grounding or refresher in the basics of pumping. These may be the staff manning your reception desk, newcomers to your organisation, less experienced staff or even non-engineering management. The course has been set at a basic level but will still test the participant to ensure they have fully understood its contents. The first chapters of the course outline some of the physical properties used in pumping and look at the units and dimensions commonly used and subsequently explain in more detail how and when they are used. Later chapters cover the basics of selecting the different types, also where and when each type is appropriate and chapter 10 discusses the significance of a pumping system and the complexity of the principal components. The final chapter covers the legal issues surrounding the pump industry and why they are so important. The course covers 16 separate chapters. Chapters 2 to 11 each have individual tests, drawn at random from a pool of questions, to ensure the participant has fully understood the contents.

A final test is taken from the large pool of questions covered in the course content.