There are a wide array of different disciplines concerning pool construction and pool design. Seasoned veteran pool contractors looking to delve into the foray of building pools have a few different choices available. You can either pursue a degree in Civil Engineering through a university, or take a program that advances your practical knowledge of pool construction without a degree.
Civil engineering degrees are provided through engineering departments at colleges and universities across the country for students interested in pool design. Civil engineers plan and supervise building projects, as well as deal with issues such as cost estimation and the relationship between a structure and its surroundings.
Pool Design & Construction Programs
These are the best programs now available for anybody interested in pursuing higher education in the pool industry, according to Pool Magazine's 2021 rankings information.
2 BEST POOL PROGRAMS
Watershape University - Bill Drakeley, Dave Peterson, Rick Chafey, Dave Penton, Kevin Cobabe
Genesis - Brian Van Bower, Skip Phillips, Joan Roca, Gene Brown, Andrew Kaner, Steven Swanson
Either one of these two vocational pool construction and pool design programs features the elite of the pool industry teaching a variety of courses from Pool Construction 101 all the way up to advanced Hydraulics. Both programs also have advanced courses in pool design as well as pool maintenance.
3rd Runner Up - PSCC Complete Course
This course will help you pass the CBP (Certified Building Professional®) exam. The training walks you through the PHTA Builders Manual and teaches you how to comply with industry requirements. The course covers all sorts of pool and spa water feature building and goes over the entire process from design to pool and spa start-up in great detail.
The PSCC is aimed for both new and seasoned pool builders, as well as designers who want to learn more about pool and spa construction.
