Learn to work in urban water pumping stations, leading large-scale projects with this complete Postgraduate certificate that TECH offers you"”

The complete Postgraduate certificate that TECH proposes on this occasion provides a complete vision of all aspects related to this essential stage in any drinking water distribution network and sanitation system. To guarantee the supply of an urban water service, the continuity in the operation of its pumping systems is key.

During the course of the academic program, the different applications where a pumping station can solve the need for water relief are shown, defining the selection and design criteria of each solution available on the market, including the novel simulation techniques by means of computational fluid analysis.

After the design phase, the challenge of installation, maintenance and control requires the professional responsible for the pumping stations to have a thorough knowledge of the usual problems of these installations. Through the extensive experience of the professionals involved in this Postgraduate certificate the student will be able to learn first hand about the mistakes to avoid in each of these areas.

Finally, due to the demanding demand for process improvement in the sector, the module presents the most widely implemented technological innovations, so that students can apply them in their current position, thus acquiring a differential value in their skills. A series of real singular designs are also presented, which will help students to extrapolate them to the projects they face.

Therefore, the Postgraduate certificate in Urban Water Pumping Stations specializes engineers working in the integral water cycle to design efficient and innovative water lifting solutions. In addition, it will provide the keys for optimal maintenance and control in order to ensure the continuous operation of this key stage in a supply and sanitation network.

All of this, condensed in a 100% online Postgraduate certificate that allows students the ease of being able to study wherever and whenever they want. You will only need a device with internet access to boost your career to the top. A modality suitable for today's world with all the guarantees that studying at a great university offers.

With this program, you will acquire skills that will allow you to move up in your daily work and improve your working conditions”  

This Postgraduate certificate in Urban Water Pumping Stations contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:: 

• The development of case studies presented by experts in engineering focused on the integral water cycle
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Environmental protection is one of the main challenges facing the water sector. With the knowledge you will acquire in this Postgraduate certificate, you will propel your career towards change”  

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced engineering experts.

Academic programs like this are what 21st century engineers need”

If you want to start working in the urban water pumping sector, boasting unique competencies and skills, then this Postgraduate certificate is for you”

The following TECH Postgraduate certificate contains a high-level syllabus that has been designed according to the requirements proposed by the teaching team. Thus, a study plan has been established consisting of different subjects that offer a broad perspective on everything related to urban water pumping systems from a global point of view for the sake of their application at an international level, incorporating all the fields of work involved in the development of their functions, both public and private.

Content of this quality is not found in just any academic program” 

Module 1. Pumping Stations

1.1. Applications

1.1.1. Supply
1.1.2. Purification and WWTP
1.1.3. Singular Applications

1.2. Hydraulic Pumps

1.2.1. Evolution of Hydraulic Pumps
1.2.2. Types of Impellers
1.2.3. Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Types of Pumps

1.3. Engineering and Design of Pumping Stations

1.3.1. Submersible Pumping Stations
1.3.2. Dry Chamber Pumping Stations
1.3.3. Economic Analysis

1.4. Installation and Operation

1.4.1. Economic Analysis
1.4.2. Real Case Designs
1.4.3. Pump Testing

1.5. Monitoring and Control of Pumping Stations

1.5.1. Pump Start-Up Systems
1.5.2. Pump Protection Systems
1.5.3. Optimization of Pump Control Systems

1.6. Enemies of Hydraulic Systems

1.6.1. Water Hammer
1.6.2. Cavitation
1.6.3. Noise and Vibration

1.7. Total Life Cycle Cost of a Pumping Unit

1.7.1. Costs
1.7.2. Cost Distribution Model
1.7.3. Identification of Opportunity Areas

1.8. Hydrodynamic Solutions. CFD Modeling

1.8.1. Importance of CFD
1.8.2. CFD Analysis Process in Pumping Stations
1.8.3. Interpretation of Results

1.9. Latest Innovations Applied to Pumping Stations

1.9.1. Innovation in Materials
1.9.2. Intelligent Systems
1.9.3. Digitization of the Industry

1.10. Unique Designs

1.10.1. Singular Design in Sourcing
1.10.2. Singular Design in Sanitation
1.10.3. Pumping Station in Sitges

Study comfortably and without the need for uncomfortable commuting by opting for this Postgraduate certificate”