Pump Systems Assessment Professional (PSAP) Exam Preparation On-Demand

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Pump Systems Assessment Professional (PSAP) Exam Preparation On-Demand

Professional Development Hours: 7.0

Overview

Designed to prepare participants for the Pump Systems Assessment Professional (PSAP) Certification Exam, this exam prep course guides participants through PSAP application requirements, exam scheduling, exam platform and what to expect on exam day. It includes a comprehensive review of the domains, tasks and knowledge requirements to achieve PSAP Certification. Participants will complete a representative sample exam followed by a detailed instructor-led explanation of each question. Following the sample exam review, the instructor presents additional exam type questions that are reviewed and discussed in a group learning environment.  

Learning Path:

  • Recommended following completion of the Intermediate Pump & System Training and the Pump System Optimization & Assessment (PSOA) Training. 
  • Intended for individuals who have already developed foundational and intermediate knowledge of pumps and pumping systems or possess equivalent experience. 

Click here for the full PSAP Certification training and preparation recommendations. 

Learning Level - Advanced:

This level of training is designed for individuals with a strong foundational knowledge and experience who seek to enhance their broad skills and knowledge. Advanced training delves into complex concepts, analysis, design, optimization, and problem-solving. Participants refine their expertise, broaden their skill set, and deepen their understanding, achieving a higher level of proficiency without necessarily specializing in a specific area.

Audience:

  • Technical professionals with approximately 5+ years of experience with pump systems seeking PSAP Certification.   
  • Technical sales, sales reps, and engineers focusing on pump system design, control, operation, reliability, energy efficiency, technical services and aftermarket solutions, and optimization through pump system assessment.  

Core Capability:

Upon completing this course, participants know the PSAP certification process, exam requirements, and key topics in the PSAP body of knowledge (BoK). They have a representative understanding of exam type questions aligned with the PSAP BoK, how to approach them, and can confidently apply relevant concepts and strategies.  

SKU: OD-PSAP-101A

Participants will be able to: 

  •  Review PSAP certification application requirements, domains, tasks, and the Body of Knowledge as defined by the Hydraulic Institute. 
  •  Review examination scheduling procedures and test taking requirements. 
  •  Complete a sample exam designed to provide a realistic test taking experience. 
  •  Participate in an instructor-led review of each sample exam question in detail following the allotted time for completion. 
  •  Work through additional sample questions with instructor-led discussion and detailed explanation of each answer.

Outline:

  •  An overview of the PSAP certification eligibility requirements, application process, and exam scheduling procedures.
  •  A walkthrough of the virtual exam platform, test-taking requirements, and what to expect on the day of the exam. 
  •  Guidance on the certification exam structure and representative question formats across all knowledge areas.
  •  A live, realistic practice exam delivered through the same electronic testing platform. 
  •  Instructor-led review of the practice exam results, including detailed discussion of each question. 
  •  Additional practice questions with in-depth instructor explanation and discussion.

Professional Development Hours (PDH):

Upon the successful completion of this training and passing the required quiz, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for the number of credit hours noted on the "Overview" tab.

Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours

Licensed Professional Engineers:

Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:

Florida Board of Professional Engineers

Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.

New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology

Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.

The Hydraulic Institute (HI) has developed three certifications: Pump System Certification – Level 1 (PSC Level 1), Pump System Certification – Level 2 (PSC Level 2), and the Pump System Assessment Professional (PSAP). Each certification level includes 16 standard knowledge domains but the knowledge topics within each domain have logical progression from understand and apply (Level 1), to interpret and analyze (Level 2), to evaluate and solve (PSAP).

Pump Systems Matter (PSM) has created an aligned training catalog. As outlined in the Pump System Training and Certification Alignment Pyramid below, each training product is assigned to a Learning Level that corresponds with the certification level. This creates a cohesive and structured learning pathway.

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Open to view video. Overview of the Pump Systems Assessment Professional (PSAP) Certification The PSAP certification is a credential developed by the Hydraulic Institute to recognize professionals who have achieved a high level of competency in performing pump system assessments. This free webinar will provide an overview of the PSAP certification process. Pump system training provides professionals with the knowledge and tools to perform system assessments and the Pump Systems Assessment Professional (PSAP) Certification provides third-party validation of an individual’s proficiency in pump fundamentals, pump system optimization techniques, and implementation of pump system assessments. In this webinar, you will learn the following: 1. The importance of pump system assessments 2. Eligibility requirements for the PSAP certification 3. The application process 4. How the certification exam was created 5. How to schedule a certification exam 6. Resources to help you study for the certification exam
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