Introduction:

Power plant operations and control involve the coordination of mechanical, electrical, and control systems to ensure reliable energy generation. Operators must know the technical structure of thermal, gas, and diesel power systems, along with instrumentation and control logic, to maintain stable output and efficient operations. This training program provides a foundational and advanced knowledge on power plant functions, covering equipment, system components, instrumentation, and safety-related control mechanisms.

Program Objectives:

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

Explore the main principles and elements of mechanical and electrical systems used in power plants.
Outline gas power station operations, systems, and performance elements.
Identify core processes and components involved in thermal power stations.
Discover diesel generator systems and how they support power plant functionality.
Explore instrumentation and control concepts essential for plant monitoring and reliability.

Targeted Audience:

Power station operators and technicians.
Electrical and mechanical engineers.
Project engineers and managers in energy sectors.
Maintenance professionals in power generation.
Energy sector supervisors and technical support staff.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Principles:

Types and functions of sensors, actuators, and transducers.
Key mechanical equipment: pumps, compressors, turbines, blowers.
Overview of pneumatic and hydraulic mechanisms.
Electrical systems, including generators, motors, and variable-speed drives.
Basic heat transfer concepts in power generation environments.

Unit 2:

Gas Power Station Systems:

General structure and functionality of gas power plants.
Gas turbine thermodynamics and combustion processes.
Main elements of turbines and auxiliary systems.
Lubrication, fuel delivery, and cooling systems.
Protection, instrumentation, and control schemes.

Unit 3:

Thermal Power Station Operations:

Steam generation and fuel combustion mechanisms.
Function of boiler systems and emission control units.
Overview of heat recovery processes.
Auxiliary boiler elements and operational procedures.
Standard thermal plant maintenance concepts.

Unit 4:

Diesel Generator (DG) Power Systems:

Types of diesel engines and generator assemblies.
Major DG system components and internal layout.
Engine classifications and protection standards.
Electrical insulation, grounding, and safety aspects.
Structure and function of DG plant infrastructure.

Unit 5:

Process Instrumentation and Control:

Principles of process control in power systems.
Measurement methods for pressure, flow, temperature, and level.
Role of electronic controllers in automation.
Introduction to PFDs, P&IDs, and control diagrams.
Basics of analog and digital control loop functions.

Power Plant Operations and Control