This 5-day short course offers a solid foundation in hydraulics and an in-depth understanding of pumping systems, focusing on their application in water and wastewater treatment flow processes.
Providing a comprehensive overview of fundamental hydraulics and pumping principles, including open channel flow, hydraulic structures, pipe flow, and water and sludge pumping. It incorporates practical case studies, interactive modelling sessions, and a site visit to Cranfield water and wastewater treatment facilities, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience.
*Part of WWP MSc Course
At a glance
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- Dates
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- 13 - 17 Jan 2025
- DurationFive days
- LocationCranfield campus
- Cost£1600 (Includes refreshments and lunch) Concessions available
Course structure
The short course is delivered through a combination of lectures, practical sessions, case studies, interactive modelling workshops, and a guided site visit to sewage and water treatment facilities.What you will learn
On successful completion of this short-course you will be able to:• Identify and describe of the main characteristics of hydraulic systems,
• Analyse flow in pipes and open channels,
• Calculate hydraulic profiles through pipes, channels and unit processes,
• Explain the effects of flow variations through pipes, channels and water treatment works,
• Select and size appropriate pumps for different applications.
Core content
• Principles of flows in pipes and channels,• Hydraulic profiling,
• Flow distribution, divisions and combination,
• Flow through hydraulic structures and unit process,
• Time varying flows through treatment works,
• Principles and sizing of pumps,
• Sludge pumping systems,
• Hydraulics in the design of water/wastewater treatment plants.
Who should attend
This short course is designed for professionals, engineers, researchers, and students working in or entering the fields of water and wastewater treatment, environmental engineering, and hydraulics. It is ideal for those seeking to deepen their understanding of hydraulic systems, pumping principles, and their practical applications in real-world scenarios.
Accreditation
Upgrade to a Professional Qualification
This short course is a module that comprises part of one of our postgraduate award programmes. Therefore, delegates are advised that they will be joined on this course by students from our MSc cohort.
Applicants have the option to attend this course as a short course delegate, where a certificate of attendance will be presented. Alternatively, applicants may apply for this course via the short course for credit route.
Registering via the short course for credit route and successfully passing the associated assessment* will gain you Cranfield credits. These could then be used to apply for a transfer towards a PgCert/PgDip or MSc, should you wish to complete one of these courses within 5 years. For further information visit Accredited short courses.
*Please note that this may mean returning to ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥, in order to sit an examination.
Concessions
10% Cranfield alumni
Multiple booking discounts:
2 days @ £ 700
3 days @ £1000
5 days @ £1600
*Discount only applies to multiple bookings across WWP Course modules.
Accommodation options and prices
This is a non-residential course. If you would like to book accommodation on campus, please contact Mitchell Hall or Cranfield Management Development Centre directly. Further information regarding our accommodation on campus can be .
Alternatively you may wish to make your own arrangements at a nearby hotel.
Location and travel
ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ is situated in Bedfordshire close to the border with Buckinghamshire. The University is located almost midway between the towns of Bedford and Milton Keynes and is conveniently situated between junctions 13 and 14 of the M1.
London Luton, Stansted and Heathrow airports are 30, 90 and 90 minutes respectively by car, offering superb connections to and from just about anywhere in the world.
Location address
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College Road
Cranfield
Bedford
MK43 0AL
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