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  • Fundamentals of Fluid Flow

    Credits: 6 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    Fluid flow is an important part of many industrial processes. This course covers fundamental approaches to fluid flow calculations and analysis, with emphasis on fluid flow in piping systems and the use of pumps in those systems.

    Topics:

    • continuity equation
    • laminar & turbulent flow
    • Bernoulli’s equation
    • head loss
    • natural circulation
    • two-phase fluid flow
    • centrifugal pumps

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion


    Intended Audience: This course would be most applicable to civil, water resources, environmental, construction, architectural, geotechnical, petroleum, piping, and fire protection engineers.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy

    Harlan Bengtson PhD, PE
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