Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Inspect and evaluate water main systems to identify issues and ensure optimal performance.
• Recognize the importance of water distribution system rehabilitation in maintaining system integrity and efficiency.
• Compare various rehabilitation methods to select the most effective approach.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for monitoring and improving water main performance.
• Select appropriate asset data for informed decision-making and strategic planning.

Description
Potable water is a vital resource, essential for public health and daily living. Ensuring the infrastructure that conveys this water is reliable and efficient is of utmost importance. Consequently, water main systems are subject to regular inspections, maintenance, and rehabilitation. As technologies and methods for water main rehabilitation continually advance, it becomes crucial for engineers and technologists to stay informed about the benefits and limitations of each approach. This knowledge allows you to make well-informed decisions tailored to specific situations and challenges.

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) reports that over 6 billion gallons of treated water are lost every day in the United States due to leaks and system failures. While there is no comprehensive data available for Canada, reports frequently highlight incidents of water main failures, which can occur in both domestic services and large-diameter transmission mains. Addressing these issues through effective rehabilitation techniques not only conserves water but also enhances the reliability and sustainability of water supply systems.

Attending this course provides a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements in water main rehabilitation techniques. Participants will gain practical knowledge and skills necessary for assessing and selecting the most appropriate methods for various scenarios. By staying ahead of industry trends and technological developments, attendees will be better equipped to tackle the challenges of watermain maintenance and ensure the long-term sustainability of water resources.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for a wide range of professionals involved in water infrastructure management and maintenance, including Public Works Directors, Water Distribution Managers, Municipal Engineers, and Public Works Superintendents.

It is also highly relevant for Managers and Directors, Design and Construction Managers, Approvals Inspectors, and System Operations Managers. Additionally, Engineering Assistants, Technologists, Utility Foremen, Crew Leaders, O&M Supervisors, Public Service Agencies, Regulators, Contractors, and Suppliers will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge.

Course Syllabus

Day I

Welcome, Introduction, Course Preview, Learning Outcomes and the Assessment Method

Introduction to Asset Management

• Reviewing the existing state-of-the-art current asset management practices
• Introduction to condition assessment/risk assessment techniques
• Introduction to water mains life cycle costing
• Case studies from the City of Hamilton & City of London

Inspection and Evaluation Methods for Existing Water Mains

• How to conduct an inspection
• What to check/test
• Non-destructive monitoring and inspection techniques
• Documenting and analysis of report data for condition assessment

A Chronological Account of Progress in Rehabilitation

• water main rehabilitation overview

Developing Water Mains Management Plan: An Owner’s Perspective

• Identifying the need for water main rehabilitation
• Replacement vs. rehabilitation, establishing an effective balance
• Cost-effectiveness of rehabilitation
• Establishing short and long-range plans for rehabilitation
• Life cycle cost analysis for water main rehabilitation

Why Is Rehabilitation A Necessity? And, What Are The Real Benefits?

• Condition rating models
• Deterioration models
• Internal/external corrosion of water mains
• System performance determines the best rehabilitation technique

Levels of Services (LOS)

• Define LOS?
• How to determine LOS?
• Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
• Benchmarking of assets

Adjournment

Day II

Asset Information and Data Requirements

• Asset inventory
• Asset classification systems
• Asset data formats
• Data gap analysis

Critical Water Main Management Framework: A Case Study

• Overall management approach
• Various toolsets required for critical water main management
• Prototype conditioning rating tool (City of Hamilton)
• Integrated Decision-Support Framework
• Decision framework for annual planning cycles (City of London)

Concluding Remarks and Final Adjournment