Pump Total Head Definition and Calculations / 1 Hour / August 13, 2025 / Webinar

Pump Total Head Definition and Calculations

 Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET

  PDH Credits: 1.0   

Overview:

This webinar provides definition and instruction on how pump total head is calculated. Various system calculation examples for pump total head are worked through, which explain any nuance you may need to understand, including, calculations based on pressure measurements, tank levels, system frictional losses, and bowl assembly head is detailed. Tutorials are provided on pressure, converting gauge pressure to gauge head, Bernoulli’s and the continuity equation, when velocity head needs to be considered and how to calculate friction head loss. Attendees learning is reinforced from multiple presented examples.

Learning Level – Intermediate: 

This level of training is designed for individuals who have some experience and knowledge in the subject matter. It builds upon the foundational concepts and expands the breadth and depth of understanding. Participants develop more advanced skills and competencies.

Audience:

Individuals looking gain in depth technical knowledge or those looking for a refresher, including pump system designers, engineers, technical support, test technicians and engineers, reliability and rotating equipment engineer, and experienced maintenance and operation personnel. 

Learning Objectives: 

Upon completion of the webinar, attendees will:

• Know how to define pump total head and evaluate it for different system configurations.
• Understand and apply Bernoulli’s equation.
• Understand gauge, absolute, vacuum, atmospheric and vapor pressures.
• Convert pressure to head for various fluid properties.
• Know how to calculate frictional head loss.
• Calculate pump total head based on gauge pressure measurements, fluid levels, frictional head loss, on velocity head.

SKU: LW212B

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NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor. 

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PDH Credits

Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours 

Licensed Professional Engineers

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Florida Board of Professional Engineers

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

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

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