E4411: Essential Electrical Workshop
September 19 - 20, 2025
San Diego, CA
IACET CEUs offered: 1.6
Duration: 16 hours
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM PT
Taught by: David J. Peterson, P.E., IWI
Address: Watershape University HQ
11722 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite E San Diego, CA 92121-1021
Build a Strong Foundation in Electrical Systems for Watershapes.
Electrical systems are essential in watershaping, powering everything from pumps to lights, but navigating complex codes can be overwhelming. This workshop helps pool builders, service professionals, and electricians master high- and low-voltage systems specific to pools and spas. Gain hands-on experience wiring and integrating water features safely while staying up to date with critical codes and regulations.
What you will learn:
Solid Fundamental Knowledge
Explain high-voltage terms, definitions, electrical-science and functionality including single and three-phase systems.
Electrical Design Calculations
Calculate sizing of feeders, panels, breakers, conductors, conduits, voltage drop and other important design parameters using a series of worksheets.
Installation Best Practices
Appraise proper installation considerations such as conduit and conductor routing developed through hands-on exercises.
Versatility - Study a Variety of Systems
Discuss, design and evaluate low-voltage measurement, communications, protocols and controls from simple chemical controllers to complex home automation integration.
Your instructors.
David J. Peterson, P.E., IWI
Peterson is President/CEO of Watershape Consulting, Inc., an international planning, design and engineering firm providing owners, architects, contractors, and the legal profession with services relating to residential, commercial and institutional pools, spas and water features.
He obtained his B.S. Civil Engineering at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and is a registered engineer in several states. Peterson has been in the watershape industry since 1994 when he began his career designing life support systems for large aquariums and marine mammal exhibits. He was Vice President Engineering at Polaris Pool Systems where he developed and patented several products.
Peterson reorganized the Genesis 3 Design Group into GENESIS® University in 2012. When GENESIS merged with the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) in 2016, Peterson became Director of Education for GENESIS, a position he held until forming Watershape University.
Become certified.
Certified Electrical Specialist (CWES)
All watershapes rely on competent/certified electrical installation to ensure safety, functionality and efficiency. This certification indicates completion of WU’s comprehensive course diving into the craft of combining electricity and water.