Courses

Storm Sewer Design

Engineer the flow—master storm sewer design with real-world tools and technical precision!

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March 23 – 27, 2026
Cost:
$1,950.00
Duration:
5 Days

What You’ll Learn

  • Apply hydrologic and hydraulic principles to storm sewer system design 
  • Use Excel-based worksheets to solve complex design problems 
  • Understand structural design standards for rigid and flexible conduits 
  • Design and select appropriate culverts and pipe materials 
  • Navigate sewer layout standards and municipal service installations 

Course Description

Master the technical foundations of stormwater infrastructure in this intensive, hands-on course. Over five days, participants will dive deep into hydrology, hydraulics, and structural design, gaining the skills to estimate runoff and design effective storm sewer systems. 

With practical exercises and Excel-based tools, this course is ideal for professionals ready to elevate their design capabilities. Whether you’re laying out sewer systems or selecting culverts, you’ll leave with the confidence and expertise to tackle real-world challenges. 

Course Details

  • Engineers – Civil, Water Resources, Environmental Engineers, and Municipal Infrastructure Engineers  
  • Technologists – Municipal Infrastructure, development technologist 
  • Technicians – Development and stormwater Design technicians 
  • AORS’ Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) candidates 
  • MEA’s MIT Certification Candidates 
  • Hydrology 
  • Hydraulics 
  • Storm Sewer Design Worksheet 
  • Sewer layout and standards 
  • Structural design of rigid conduits 
  • Structural design of flexible conduits 
  • Design of culverts 
  • Selection of corrugated steel culverts 
  • Prerequisites: Grade 10 mathematics background and familiarity with algebraic formulas incorporated into Microsoft Excel. 
  • Equipment: Laptop with licensed Microsoft Excel 2007 or Office 365, metric engineering scale, pens, mechanical pencils, and computer reading glasses (if needed). 
  • Evaluation: Final closed-book exam and a take-home assignment due the Monday after the course. (60% passing grade). 
  • AORS: Mandatory for Certified Road Supervisor – Intermediate (CRS-I) designation 
  • MEA: Mandatory course for the MEA’s Municipal Infrastructure Certification in Buried Infrastructure 
  • Ministry of the Environment: meets CE training criteria for wastewater operators under O.Reg. 129/04 (3.5 CEUs) 
  • OACETT: Eligible for all exam programs including technical specialist, technician, and technologist programs (Point Value: 7) 
  • Engineering Institute of Canada: Awards 3.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 

Question:
Do I need to bring a laptop?

Answer:

Yes, with a licensed version of Microsoft Excel 2007 or Office 365 installed.

Question:
Is this course suitable for beginners?

Answer:

A basic understanding of math and Excel is required; prior exposure to stormwater concepts is highly recommended.

Question:
How is the course evaluated?

Answer:

Through a final exam and a take-home assignment graded as successful or unsuccessful.