Engineers at the University of Kentucky have developed the most widely used and advanced software available for modeling pipe distribution systems. Powerful graphical features and state-of-the-art modeling capabilities provide a total modeling capability. Our short course training provides participants with hands-on use of this powerful software and prepares them to effectively use this comprehensive capability. We offer the following short courses at the University of Kentucky and other locations. We can also arrange comparable training at specified sites on request.

Each course is a three-day series. Participants may choose to attend any one, two or all three days.

Pipe2008 Modeling Course Day 1

The first day of our three-day series provides an introduction to the Pipe2008 graphical environment covers basic hydraulics, model development, graphical network layout, results review, graphical presentations, steady state and extended period analysis, and valve and hydrant management.

Pipe2008 Modeling Course Day 2

The second day of the three-day series covers all aspects of pipe network modeling, including: calibration, design, water quality, an introduction to basic principles of geographic information systems (GIS) and data exchange with other applications with specific applications to network modeling.

Pipe2008 : Surge Modeling Course Day 3

The third day of the three-day series of courses covers the development of transient models using the latest Pipe2008 : Surge engine model, including: transients due to valve closures (openings); pump shutdowns; trips and start-ups; rapid pressure and flow changes; pipe rupture, etc. The afternoon workshop handles surge control including air valves, surge tanks, relief valves, bladder tanks, etc.