Rotodynamic Pumps, Types & Markets |On-Demand Training Curriculum

Training Program Overview:

Attendees will learn how to identify centrifugal, mixed and axial flow pumps, the important hydraulic components such as the casing and impeller types, and the typical construction. Additionally, you'll walk away with knowledge of how these pumps operate, their general performance characteristics, the many classifications and the major market segments that use these pumps.

Modules:

Module 1: Review and Define Rotodynamic Pumps and Their Classifications

Module 2: Overview of Rotodynamic Pump Impellers and Casings

Module 3: Overview of Rotodynamic Pump Types and Nomenclatures

Module 4: Rotodynamic Market Segments and Application Use(s)

Who Should Attend:

This training is designed to educate and train pump engineers, technical sales, pump system owners, designers, and operators throughout the fluid handling and pumping industry. 

Course Materials Included:

• Slide Deck
• On-Demand Recording
• Quiz Questions

Continuing Education Credit(s):

Upon the successful completion of this On-Demand Training section you will receive a Certificate of Completion. 1 PDHs | 0.1 CEUs | 1 CONTACT HOURs

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

Additional Fundamentals On-Demand Training Available:

*Click links below for additional information.

• System Hydraulics: Pump & System Curves, Control Methods & Energy Consumption
• Pump Power and Efficiency 
• Rotodynamic Pumps 
• Positive Displacement Pumps 
• Net Positive Suction Head (NPSHA) and Total Head Calculations 
• Pump Reliability and Performance Based on Operating Point and Design Conditions 
• Pump Selection 
• Induction Motors 
• Variable Frequency Drives 
• Variable Speed Pump 
• Mechanical Seals 
• Rolling Element Bearings 
• Flexible Couplings 

Additional Educational Resources:

*Click links below for additional information.

• Pump System Fundamentals Course
• Pump System Optimization and Assessment Course
• Pump System Assessment Professional (PSAP) Prep Course
• Motor and VFD Principals Course
• Pump System Optimization for Commercial Buildings Course

Outline:

Module 1: Review and Definition of Rotodynamic Pumps and Their Classifications

• Relevant Rotodynamic HI Standards
• Define a Rotodynamic Pump 
• Types of Rotodynamic Pumps 
• Specific Speed: How to Calculate and How it Correlates to Rotodynamic Impeller Type
• Key Learning Outcomes
• Quiz

Module 2: Overview of Rotodynamic Pump Impellers and Casings

• Types of Rotodynamic Pump Impellers 
• Common and Unique Features of Rotodynamic Pump Impeller
•  Types of Rotodynamic Pump Casings 
• Common and Unique Features of Rotodynamic Pump Casings
• Key Learning Outcomes
• Quiz

Module 3: Rotodynamic Pump Types and Nomenclature

• Life Cycle Cost of Typical Pumping System 
• Rotodynamic Pump Classifications 
• HI Nomenclature and Sub-classifications
• Overhung Impeller Types (OH): Configuration and Coupling Method
• Circulator Type (CP): Coupling Method and Dry or Wet Rotor 
• Between-Bearing Type (BB): Number of Stages and Casing Type/Design 
• Vertically Suspended Type (VS): Casing Type/Design and Mechanical Configuration 
• Regenerative Turbine Type (RT)
• Key Learning Outcomes
• Quiz

Module 4: Rotodynamic Market Segments and Application Use(s)

• Market Segments: Markets for which Rotodynamic Pumps are Utilized
• Applications within each Market Segment that Require Rotodynamic Pumps 
• Key Learning Outcomes
• Quiz