| Performance
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| Topic
1: Pump Performance |
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| 1.1
Define and explain the relationship between
the following: static head, dynamic head,
suction head, discharge head, and total head. |
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| 1.2
Relate the following concepts to plant operations: static head, dynamic
head, suction head,
discharge head, and total head. |
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| 1.3
Describe some basic ways that pump performance can be determined. |
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| 1.4
Given basic pump curve graphs, analyze the
performance of one or more pumps in the plant. |
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| 1.5
Explain the relationship between minimum net
positive suction head and cavitation. |
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| 1.6
Given suction head requirements, determine
whether the actual suction head is adequate to
prevent cavitation for one or more pumps. |
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| Topic
2: Pump Inspection |
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| 2.1
Describe symptoms that may indicate abnormal
pump operation. |
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| 2.2
Inspect pump system components for leaks. |
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| 2.3
Describe common symptoms of cavitation. |
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| 2.4
Inspect pumps in the plant for symptoms of
cavitation. |
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| 2.5
List some general ways to stop or minimize
cavitation. |
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| 2.6
Describe how cavitation is minimized in
specific plant systems. |
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| 2.7
Describe steps that would be taken in specific
plant systems to stop cavitation, if it occurred. |
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