After completing this course, the licensee should be able to:

  • Define a fluid.
  • Define pressure and identify common units of pressure measurement.
  • State Pascal's Law and give an example of its application.
  • Explain the difference between gauge pressure and absolute pressure.
  • Explain the Bernoulli Effect and give three examples of how it is utilized in industry.
  • Explain how a siphon works.

Course Format: Text

Credit Type: All Operators

Course ID(s): OEPA-B607167-OM

Approved By: Environmental Protection Agency - Operator Certification

  • Fluid Mechanics
    • Fluid Mechanics [11 Activities]
      • 01. Definition of a Fluid
      • 02. Fluids Distribute Forces
      • 03. Definition of Pressure
      • 04. Measuring Pressure
      • 05. Sources of Fluid Pressure
      • 06. Gauge Verses Absolute Pressure
      • 07. Liquid Seeks Its Own Level
      • 08. Velocity Head Verses Static Pressure
      • View Additional Activities
        • 09. The Bernoulli Effect and Venturi Applications
        • 10. Friction Head
        • 11. The Siphon
  • Course Completion
    • Mandatory Questionnaire
    • Certificate of Achievement
    • Guaranteed Next Business Day Reporting