This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge of water leak detection practices and correlation methods. Students will be instructed in the basics and background theory of leak detection to better utilize advanced correlation techniques. Participants will learn various methods available to identify and find leaks in locations of unaccounted for water loss in water systems. A variety of equipment will be demonstrated and used to aid students in accurately pinpointing leaks in all types of pipe materials.

Who should attend
Water works operators and maintenance personnel, utilities staff and supervisors.

Training method
On-site classroom sessions in a highly interactive environment supported with computer work to simulate field scenarios. Fieldwork sessions afterwards put the concepts learned in a more practical, hands-on situation.

Learning objectives
Students will gain knowledge in the practices of water leak detection and correlation methods.

• Specific knowledge
  • The importance of leak detection
  • Causes and impact of leaks
  • Methods for locating leaks and breaks
  • How to assess for leaks using correlation survey
  • Fundamentals of correlation for leak detection
  • Field issues encountered in leak detection
  • Types of sensors and when to use them
  • How to do a velocity measurement
  • Types of pipes and related leak correlation issues
  • Advanced correlation
  • Frequency
  • Coherence
  • PVC Large Diameter Pipes
  • PVC Repairs

• Specific skills
  • Set up for leak detection using acoustics and correlation
  • How to listen for a leak
  • Selecting and connecting the correct transducer for the pipe type
  • Measuring distance for the leak
  • Entering parameters for a correlation
  • Correlating a leak
  • Adjusting for coherence
  • Use of software and hardware
  • Troubleshooting

• Credits

  Echologics qualifies you for the following CEUs and contact hours:

  CEU Value

  Alberta and British Columbia – 1.2 CEUs
  Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan – 1.5 CEUs
  Washington - 1.5 CEUs
  Louisiana – 1.5 CEUs

  Contact Hours Value

  Arizona – 15 Professional Development Hours (PDH)
  California & Nevada – 15 contact hours
  Illinois – 15 hours Renewal Training Credit (RTC)

  If you have questions, or if your state or province isn’t listed, please contact us for up-to-date credit information at training@echologics.com.