Training Course: Combined-Cycle Power Plant Efficiency

Introduction:

The Combined-Cycle Power Plant Efficiency training program is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in optimizing the efficiency of combined-cycle power plants. This program is intended for professionals working in the power generation industry and those seeking to enhance their understanding of combined-cycle power plant operations.

Target Audience:

This training program is suitable for:

• Power plant engineers and operators

• Energy and utilities professionals

• Maintenance and reliability engineers

• Project managers in the energy sector

• Graduates and students pursuing careers in power generation

Objectives:

By the end of this training program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of combined-cycle power generation.

• Identify key components and systems in combined-cycle power plants.

• Analyze and optimize the efficiency of combined-cycle power plants.

• Implement best practices for maintenance and reliability.

• Improve safety and environmental compliance in power plant operations.

Outlines:

Day 1: Introduction to Combined-Cycle Power Plants (5 hours)

• Overview of power generation technologies

• Introduction to combined-cycle power plants

• Basic thermodynamics and efficiency concepts

• Components of a combined-cycle power plant

• Gas turbine technology and operation

Day 2: Steam Turbine and Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG) (5 hours)

• Steam turbine technology and operation

• HRSG design and function

• Combined-cycle process and integration

• Efficiency calculations and analysis

Day 3: Operation and Control of Combined-Cycle Plants (5 hours)

• Control systems in combined-cycle plants

• Start-up and shutdown procedures

• Load-following and grid integration

• Troubleshooting common operational issues

Day 4: Maintenance and Reliability (5 hours)

• Preventive and predictive maintenance strategies

• Condition monitoring and diagnostics

• Risk assessment and safety protocols

• Environmental compliance and emissions control

Day 5: Optimization and Future Trends (5 hours)

• Efficiency enhancement techniques

• Combined-cycle plant performance analysis

• Emerging technologies in power generation

• Case studies and best practices

• Course review and Q&A