Aquanova: Water Systems for Modern Buildings

This free online CPD course from BESA Academy is presented by Oventrop and explores the Aquanova water system for modern buildings. The course covers thermal balancing for domestic hot water (DHW) and cold water secondary return circulation systems, instantaneous centralised DHW generation, and water hygiene through localised flushing. These advanced water system principles are essential for modern building design and compliance with water quality standards.

This course is free of charge and CIBSE accredited for CPD. Download your certificate on completion.

What You Will Learn

This 40-minute course covers:

• The correct application of thermal balancing for DHW secondary return circulation systems
• The correct application of thermal balancing for cold water secondary return circulation systems
• Instantaneous centralised DHW generation for modern systems
• The application of water hygiene through localised flushing
• How Aquanova systems address modern building water quality requirements
• Design principles for efficient and hygienic water systems
• Compliance with water quality standards and regulations

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for building services designers and consultants specifying water systems for modern buildings, heating and plumbing engineers installing DHW and cold water systems, facilities and property managers responsible for water quality and compliance, contractors and installers working on multi-occupancy residential and commercial buildings, and anyone involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of hot and cold water systems where thermal balancing and water hygiene are priorities.

Why Modern Water Systems Matter

Modern buildings require advanced water system design to ensure thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and water hygiene. Thermal balancing of DHW and cold water secondary return circulation systems ensures even temperature distribution, prevents Legionella growth, and reduces energy waste. Instantaneous centralised DHW generation eliminates standing water and improves hygiene, while localised flushing maintains water quality throughout the system.

The Aquanova system addresses these requirements through integrated design principles that support compliance with water quality standards and deliver efficient, hygienic water systems for modern buildings.

The Benefits of This Course

Completing this course will help you:

• Understand thermal balancing for DHW and cold water secondary return systems
• Apply instantaneous centralised DHW generation principles
• Implement water hygiene through localised flushing
• Design and specify Aquanova systems for modern buildings
• Ensure compliance with water quality standards and regulations
• Deliver efficient, hygienic water systems that prevent Legionella growth
• Earn CIBSE-accredited CPD to support your professional development

Course Format

Duration: 40 minutes
Format: 100% online, self-paced
Assessment: Knowledge check questions at the end of the course
Certification: CPD certificate available to download on completion
Accreditation: CIBSE accredited
Cost: Free of charge

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Aquanova water system?
Aquanova is an advanced water distribution concept designed for modern buildings that improves domestic hot water (DHW) and cold water circulation through thermal balancing, instantaneous hot water generation, and improved hygiene control. It helps maintain consistent water temperatures while reducing energy waste and supporting water quality standards.

Why is thermal balancing important in DHW and cold water systems?
Thermal balancing ensures that water temperatures remain stable throughout the distribution system. This helps prevent hot water delays, uneven temperatures at outlets, unnecessary energy losses, and conditions that could allow harmful bacteria such as Legionella to develop.

What is instantaneous centralised DHW generation?
Instantaneous centralised DHW generation produces hot water on demand rather than storing large volumes in tanks. This approach reduces the amount of standing water within the system, improving hygiene, reducing energy losses, and helping maintain better temperature control.

How does localised flushing improve water hygiene?
Localised flushing ensures that water within pipework is regularly refreshed, preventing stagnation in low-use sections of the system. This helps maintain water quality and supports compliance with hygiene and safety standards in modern buildings.

Who should take this course?
This course is suitable for building services engineers, designers, consultants, plumbing and heating engineers, contractors, and facilities managers involved in the design, installation, commissioning, or maintenance of domestic hot and cold water systems.

How long does the course take to complete?
The course takes approximately 40 minutes to complete. It is delivered online and can be taken at your own pace, making it easy to fit into your working schedule.

Is the course accredited for CPD?
Yes. This course is accredited by CIBSE for continuing professional development (CPD), allowing participants to gain recognised learning that supports their professional development.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. After successfully completing the course and knowledge check, you will be able to download a CPD certificate confirming your participation.