Operation of Drinking Water Distribution Systems
Training Outline
This course walks water operators through the key components and procedures of a drinking water distribution system — from the treatment plant to the tap. Learn how systems are built and maintained, how to lay and protect pipes, and how tanks, pumps, valves, and hydrants all work together to ensure safe and reliable water delivery.
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Water Path and Components of a Drinking Water Distribution System
- From the Source to the Tap
- An Overview of Drinking Water Treatment
- Components of a Drinking Water Distribution
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Structures and Components of a Drinking Water Distribution System
- Pumping Installations
- The Functions of Tanks
- Choosing the Right Material
- Trench Digging and Pipe Laying
- Guidelines for Laying Pipes
- Valves and Other Fittings
- Fire Hydrants
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Learning outcomes
- Identify the different stages of water treatment
- Identify the main steps in setting up a construction site and the principle behind laying a pipe
- Describe the different protective devices in a drinking water distribution system
- Identify the components that make up a drinking water distribution system
Level
Beginner
Prerequisities
See our Urban Hydraulics course
Target audience
This course is designed for professional certified water distribution and water treatment operators class I to IV, maintenance technicians
Learning material and method
Video clips with a placement test, practice exercises and a handout
Learning assessment method
Chapter tests (MCQs) with a minimum score of 70%
Test your knowledge, validate your skills
Engage with interactive quizzes designed to boost retention and track your learning along the way. Once you've completed the training, a final validation step confirms your progress and helps demonstrate your skills with confidence—making it easy to showcase what you’ve learned.
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