Fluid flow is an important part of many industrial processes. This course covers fundamental approaches to fluid flow calculations with emphasis on fluid flow in piping systems. It offers a clear explanation of the fundamentals and then links them to design of the system.

This course discusses considerations involved in flow of fluids through pipes and fittings. Calculation methods for determining pressure drops for singlephaseliquid and gas flow will be discussed in detail with examples and practice.

The course is designed for a wide range of audiences, is fully interactive and utilizes fundamental technical exercises and terminology to learn key points. Useful and handy reference charts, rule of thumb, diagrams and tables are included with course material.

Who Should Attend

This course targets anyone needing a clear understanding of fluid flowprinciples and calculation methods. This course is intended for process, mechanical, piping, facilities and industrial engineers, as well as anyone who works fluid flow, piping and piping system.

Course Outline

• Fluid Flow in Piping
• Pressure Drop due to friction
• Press drop in straight horizontal pipe
• Static head loss/gain in due to elevation change
• Pressure drop in pipe fittings and valves
• Pressure drop in control valves
• Expansion and Contraction
• Convergence & Divergence
• Pressure Drop in Compressible or Gas/ Vapor Flow
• Typical pressure drop data of Instruments, piping components and equipment.
• Design criteria for line sizing
• Piping Length estimation
• Erosional Velocity Limitation
• Sonic Velocity Limitation
• Noise Velocity Limitation
• Integrated pressure drop calculations for piping system.

Participants will receive complete set of course material and a sizing spreadsheet.