Course Objectives

To understand the management of Operations of a Gas Turbine.

Course Description

The use of Gas Turbines in the areas of Power Generation, Petrochemical and Pipeline Industries has increased considerably in the last few years. The development, in particular, of Combined Cycle and Combined Heat and Power applications has accelerated the use of Industrial Gas Turbines. This course will cover the operations of the various types of Gas Turbine and Gas Turbine applications. The focus of this course will involve the monitoring of the performance of these machines, analysing their operation, cost management and cost reduction. This session will be presented at our  training facility allowing the delegates to benefit from the extensive operational experience and knowledge of the engineers based at this site.

Who Should Attend

An essential course for those managers/engineers involved in the operations of Gas Turbines. This course will also be of considerable value to those shift leaders/engineers seeking to gain a better understanding of operational concepts and management. Maintenance engineers seeking to further their career in Operations Management will also benefit from attending this course.

Pre-Requisites

All Attendees should have a sound power generation background.

Course Outcome

At the end of this course you will be able to manage the operations of a Gas Turbine.

Course Outline

Day 1

• Introduction
• Types of Gas Turbine and Gas Turbine Applications
  • Heavy Duty Gas Turbines
  • Aero-Derivative Gas Turbines
  • Two-shaft Gas Turbines
  • Simple Cycle/Combined Cycle/ Combined Heat and Power Applications

Day 2

• Gas Turbine Operations
  • Operating Philosophies
  • Performance/Efficiency Calculations
  • Performance Improvement Techniques
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Environmental Control Techniques
  • Environmental Control Monitoring (Nox)

 Day 3

• Gas Turbine Operations
  • Retrofitting/Installation of Environmental Control Systems
  • Washing Operations
    • On-Line Washing
    • Off Line Washing
  • Recording Operational Data
  • Control System Interfaces
    • Vibration/Pressure/Temperature Monitoring
    • Diagnostic Systems

Day  4

• Gas Turbine Maintenance
  • Breakdown/Preventative Maintenanc
  • Maintenance Management Systems
  • Calculating Inspection Intervals
  • Inspection Planning (Major, Hot Gas Path, Combustion)
  • Maintenance Documentation and Reports
  • Evaluating Maintenance Effectiveness

Day 5

• Operations Management
  • Cost Management
  • Cost Reductions
  • Shift Operations
  • Maintenance Implications of Efficient Operations
•  Course Review and Feedback

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