Summary & next steps

✏️Course in Development

Just a heads-up—this section is still a work in progress! I’ll be revising and expanding it soon to make sure it’s as useful as possible. Curious about what’s already done or currently in the works? Check the changelog for updates.

Concluding this deep dive into model calibration, this section will recap the key principles, strategies, and techniques you’ve learned for effectively aligning your hydraulic model with real-world system behavior.

We’ve journeyed through understanding the "why" of calibration, the prerequisites, the various field data and testing methods that feed into it (from detailed pressure logging to dynamic fire flow tests), the iterative process of adjusting model parameters, and finally, how to assess the quality of your efforts. The core message is the profound significance of this alignment: a well-calibrated model is no longer just a collection of data and equations; it’s a trusted and reliable tool that can confidently support your planning, operational decision-making, and overall system optimization efforts.

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