Course Overview
This course provides comprehensive training on the design, operation, and maintenance of water well systems and their associated transfer and distribution networks. It covers the lifecycle of water wells—from drilling and development to pumping, treatment, and network integration. Participants will gain practical knowledge on managing groundwater resources, selecting and operating pumps, handling system hydraulics, and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of water supply systems.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of water well design, construction, and operation
- Select appropriate equipment for water extraction and distribution
- Analyze hydraulic behavior in well and pipeline systems
- Operate and maintain water transfer systems effectively
- Monitor water quality and apply basic treatment techniques
- Integrate water wells into broader network systems
- Diagnose and solve common operational problems in water systems
- Apply best practices for sustainable water resource management
Who Should Attend?
- Water resource engineers and technicians
- Operations and maintenance personnel in water utilities
- Facility and plant engineers
- Environmental engineers and hydrologists
- Municipal water system planners and operators
- Professionals involved in groundwater management
- Anyone responsible for water well systems and distribution networks
Course Content
Water Well Fundamentals
- Groundwater principles and aquifer types
- Site selection and hydrogeological surveys
- Well design: diameter, depth, casing, and screen selection
- Drilling methods and well development techniques
- Legal and environmental considerations
Pumping Systems and Equipment
- Types of pumps: submersible, centrifugal, jet, and turbine
- Pump selection based on capacity, head, and efficiency
- Motor and control panel configurations
- Installation, alignment, and start-up procedures
- Pump protection and automation
Water Transfer and Storage Systems
- Pipeline types and sizing principles
- Hydraulic calculations: flow, pressure, friction loss
- Storage tanks: ground-level, elevated, and underground
- Surge protection and pressure regulation
- SCADA and telemetry for remote monitoring
Network Integration and Distribution
- System layout and zoning
- Valves, meters, and control devices
- Looping and branching configurations
- Demand forecasting and pressure management
- Integrating wells into municipal or industrial networks
Operation, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting
- Routine inspection and preventive maintenance
- Diagnosing mechanical and hydraulic problems
- Water quality monitoring and basic treatment
- Emergency response and system recovery
- Best practices for sustainable operation and water conservation