Course Details
- Course Code: OS-TT-WDS-2D
- Mode of Delivery: Onsite
- Duration: 2 Days
- Price: On Request
Water Distribution System
Course Overview
The course includes an induction session to welcome and orientate the candidate, and familiarize them with the training centre, health and safety requirements and other important policies and procedures. The training consists of a mix of classroom and workshop sessions and various assessments. Upon successful completion, the candidate will gain the knowledge and understanding to enhance their existing skills in water distribution system.
The course is designed to upskill the engineering technicians working within their trade discipline or appreciating another, where knowledge and understanding may be required.
The candidate should have basic knowledge and skills in related field.
Upon completing the training course, candidates will be awarded a ‘Certificate of Attendance’ from NTI, attested by the Ministry of Manpower.
Other Details
Introduction to water distribution system
- Cost factors
- Primary function and design
- Water distribution system criteria
Types of water distribution system
- Water pointing system & Haul system
- Piped distribution system
Water pointing system
- Treatment & Equipment
Haul system
- Treatment & Equipment
Piped distribution system
- Main line piping materials
- Grey cast iron pipe (GCIP)
- Ductile cast iron pie (DCIP)
- Asbestos cement pipe(AC)
- Steel pip e & PVC pipe
- Concrete pipe & High-density polyethylene pipe (HDPE)
- Wood pipe & Purple pipe & Pipe fittings
Cold climate distribution system
- Utilidors
- Arctic pipes
- Circulation system
Cross connection control
- Health risk & Back flow
- Assemblies used to prevent back flow
Pipe installation
- Distribution system layout
- Pressure testing and disinfection
Valves
- Function valves & Connections
- Gate valves & Butterfly valves
- Air valves & Globe valves
- Plug valves & Shutdown Ball valves
- Valve boxes & Valve maintenance
Fire hydrant
- Purpose of fire hydrant
- Types of hydrants
- Wet barrel & Dry barrel
- Hydrant components
- Hydrant maintenance
Customer service materials
- Meters
- Household
- Commercial meters
- Fire
- Service fittings
By the end of the module the candidate will be able to:
- Explain water distribution system.
- Identify the functions of water distribution system.
- List the types of distribution systems.
- List the types of common distribution system fittings.
- Identify the major components of piping system.
- Explain distribution system of pipe installation.
- Identify the common house hold service equipment and materials.
- Identify the common reservoirs and their components.
- Identify typical utildors components and operations.
- Explain the basic operation and maintenance requirements of a distribution system.
- Identify the Common methods to control cross connections.
NTI ensures that learners are engaged and that their learning is transferred effectively, resulting in measurable learning outcomes. To attain this, we employ various learning methodologies, including audio-visual presentations, simulations, and group discussions.