Combined Cycle Power Plant Efficiency (Heat Rate Calculation)

Course CodeEN00184

Available Dates & Locations

This course is available in multiple locations and online. Choose the most suitable date and delivery method.

In-House

Dates

In-House

Venue / Hotel

-

Duration
1 Week
Price
€40,000

Course Overview

Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCPPs) are renowned for their high efficiency and low emissions. One of the key performance indicators in such plants is the heat rate, which directly reflects how efficiently fuel is converted into electrical energy. This 5-day training program is designed by Global Horizon Training and Consulting Center to equip energy professionals with a comprehensive understanding of heat rate fundamentals, efficiency optimization techniques, and diagnostic tools to improve plant performance.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Define and interpret the concept of heat rate in power generation.
  • Calculate heat rate using various approaches and understand influencing factors.
  • Identify efficiency losses in both gas and steam cycles of a CCPP.
  • Apply performance monitoring tools and conduct root cause analysis.
  • Recommend corrective actions and upgrades to improve overall plant efficiency.

Who Should Attend

  • Power Plant Engineers and Technicians
  • Efficiency and Performance Engineers
  • Operations Managers and Supervisors
  • Maintenance Engineers and Reliability Specialists
  • Energy Analysts and Engineering Consultants

Course Outline

  • Components and configuration of CCPPs
  • Thermodynamic principles of gas and steam cycles
  • Efficiency concepts and energy balance
  • Overview of global benchmarks and plant KPIs