Power Plant Control Room Operator - Sample Course Descriptions
This course provides a general overview of some very important basic knowledge sets necessary for a solid understanding of plant control systems.
During this module you will become familiar with typical Distributed Control Systems (DCS) capabilities.
During this module, you will also learn how to apply your DCS knowledge in order to understand how power plant processes are accessed and controlled using DCS controllers.
An important component of the Control Operator Training Program is a thorough understanding of the Circulating Water System.
During this module, you will be introduced to the Circulating Water System through a series of lessons discussing the function of the Circulating Water System, its major components and component controls.
Once you have become familiar with the components of the Circulating Water System, you will then be introduced to the process controls behind the operation of the system.
Finally, your understanding of the Circulating Water System will be tied together with a discussion on how the system components and process controls come together during Water System Circulation Operation.
Lesson 1: Circulating Water System Function
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
• Circulating Water System Function
• Flow Path
• Circulating Water System Flow Path
• Circulating Water System Data
• Lesson 1 – Quiz
Lesson 2: Major Components
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
• Major Components
• Circulating Water Pumps
• Condenser
• Cooling Tower
• Lesson 2 – Quiz
Lesson 3: Component Controls
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
• Component Controls
• Circulating Water Pump Controls
• Cooling Tower Controls
• Lesson 3 – Quiz
Lesson 4: Process Control
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
• Process Control
• Cooling Tower
• Auto/Manual Control
• Basin Level Setpoint
• Lesson 4 – Quiz
Lesson 5: Circulating Water System Operation
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
• Startup Pre-Requisites
• System Startup
• Normal Operation
• System Shutdown
• Lesson 5 – Quiz
Final – Quiz
An important component of the Control Operator Training Program is a thorough understanding of the Condensate System.
During this module, you will be introduced to the Condensate System through a series of lessons describing the inner workings of the Condensate System from system building blocks (individual components) to the full operation of the system.
Lesson 1: Condensate System Function
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
- Functions of the Condensate System
- Condensate System Flow Path
Lesson 2: Major Components of the Condensate System
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
- Low Pressure (LP) Heaters
Lesson 3: Component Controls
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
Lesson 4: Condensate System Process Control
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
Lesson 5: Condensate System Operation
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
Final Exam
This module contains information pertaining to the Feedwater System which is an important component of Control Operator Training Program.
During this module, you will be introduced to the Feedwater System through a series of lessons describing the inner workings of a typical Feedwater System and its associated controls.
Lesson 1: Feedwater System Function
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
- Functions of the Feedwater System
- Feedwater System Simplified Flow Path
Lesson 2: Major Components of the Feedwater System
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
Lesson 3: Component Controls
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
- Boiler Feed Pump Controls
- Feedwater Block Valve Controls
- 3rd Point Heater Drain Pump Controls
- High Pressure Heater Vents Controls
Lesson 4: Feedwater System Process Control
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
- Feedwater Startup Valve Controls
- Boiler Feed Pump Discharge Flow Controls
Lesson 5: Feedwater System Operation
This lesson focuses on the following topics:
Final Exam
During this module, students will learn about the function of the boiler feed pump, the major components and flow-path of the boiler feed pumps, the boiler feed pump systems, and other important information related to boiler feed pumps.
Students will have their knowledge tested at the end of each lesson through a series of challenging review questions and lesson quizzes. The final challenge for each student will a test of their overall knowledge of the material covered through participation in a final exam at the end of the module.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the function of the boiler feed pump and its flow-path
- Identify the major components of boiler feed pumps
- Understand boiler feed pump component controls
- Understand the boiler feed pump system
Topics Covered The following topics are covered during this course:
- Boiler Feed Pump Function and Flow-path
- Major Components of Boiler Feed Pumps
During this module, students will learn about the function of the boiler feed pump, the major components and flow-path of the boiler feed pumps, the boiler feed pump systems, and other important information related to boiler feed pumps.
Students will have their knowledge tested at the end of each lesson through a series of challenging review questions and lesson quizzes. The final challenge for each student will a test of their overall knowledge of the material covered through participation in a final exam at the end of the module.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the function of the boiler feed pump and its flow-path
- Identify the major components of boiler feed pumps
- Understand boiler feed pump component controls
- Understand the boiler feed pump system
Topics Covered The following topics are covered during this course:
- Boiler Feed Pump Function and Flow-path
- Major Components of Boiler Feed Pumps
This course provides the student with an in depth look at Boiler Water and Steam Systems. Students will proceed through the course material beginning with a simplified look at the Boiler Water and Steam systems and ending with a look at how the different components of the system work to function together. Students will have their knowledge tested at the end of each lesson through a series of challenging review questions and lesson quizzes. The final challenge for each student will a test of their overall knowledge of the material covered through participation in a final exam at the end of the module.
Learning Objectives
This course will provide students with a basic knowledge and solid understanding of Boiler Water and Steam Systems.
Topics Covered The following topics are covered during this course:
- The function of the Boiler Water and Steam System.
- The flow paths and major components associated with the Boiler Water and Steam System.
- The Boiler Water and Steam System process control loops and associated methods of control.
- The steps required to prepare for and startup a Boiler Water and Steam System.
- The observations made and actions taken during normal operation of the Boiler Water and Steam System.
- The steps required to shut down a Boiler Water and Steam System.
Students will have their knowledge tested at the end of each lesson through a series of challenging review questions and lesson quizzes. The final challenge for each student will a test of their overall knowledge of the material covered through participation in a final exam at the end of the module.
This module contains information pertaining to the combustion air and flue gas system.
Learning Objectives
During this module, you will be introduced to the combustion air and flue gas system through a series of lessons describing the inner workings of a typical combustion air and flue gas system and its associated controls.
Topics Covered
The following topics are covered during this course:
- Combustion Air and Flue Gas System Function
- Major Components of the Combustion Air and Flue Gas System
- Combustion Air and Flue Gas System Process Control
- Combustion Air and Flue Gas System Operation
- Describe the function of the Boiler Fuel System.
- Describe the flow paths and major components associated with the Boiler Fuel System.
- Describe the Boiler Fuel System process control loops and associated methods of control.
- Describe the steps required to prepare for and startup of the Boiler Fuel System.
- Describe the steps taken during normal operation of the Boiler Fuel System.
- Describe the steps required to shut down the Boiler Fuel System.
This course contains information pertaining to the Air Pollution Control System which is an important component of Control Operator Training Program.
During this course, you will be introduced to the Air Pollution Control System through a series of lessons describing the inner workings of a typical Air Pollution Control System and its associated controls.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Describe the function of the Air Pollution Control System
• Describe the flow paths and major components associated with the Air Pollution Control System
• Describe the Air Pollution Control System process control loops and associated methods of control
• Describe the steps required to prepare for and startup an Air Pollution Control System
• Describe the observations made and actions taken during normal operation of the Air Pollution Control System
• Describe the steps required to shut down an Air Pollution Control System
Lesson 1: Air Pollution Control System Function
• Air Pollution Control System Function
• Air Pollution Control System Flow Path
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 2: Air Pollution Control System Major Components
• Lime Storage
• Lime Preparation
• Scrubber Atomizer
• Baghouse
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 3: Air Pollution Control System Component Controls
• Lime Transfer Blowers
• Lime Feed Bin Vent Fan
• Bin Activator
• Ball Mill Slaker Auto Sequence Controls
• SDA Damper Controls
• Atomizer Controls
• Baghouse Damper Controls
• Baghouse Reverse Air Fan Control
• Baghouse Cleaning Cycle Selector/Control
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 4: Boiler Fuel System Process Controls
• Lime Feeder IC Controls
• Lime to Water Ratio Controller
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 5: Air Pollution Control System Operation
• Startup Prerequisites
• System Startup
• Normal Operation
• System Shutdown Operations
• Lesson Quiz
Final Exam
This module contains information pertaining to the Turbine and Auxiliaries System. A typical Turbine and Auxiliaries System and its associated controls are described within this module.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Describe the function of the Turbine and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the flow paths and major components associated with the Turbine and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the Turbine and Auxiliaries System process control loops and associated methods of control
- Describe the steps required to prepare for and startup the Turbine and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the observations made and actions taken during normal operation of the Turbine and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the steps required to shut down the Turbine and Auxiliaries System
Lesson 1: Turbine and Auxiliaries System Function
- Turbine and Auxiliaries System
- Simplified Flow Path Turbine System
- Turbine Valve Position Graphic
- Turbine Lube Oil System Flow path
- Gland Steam Sealing System
Lesson 2: Major Components of the Turbine and Auxiliary System
Lesson 3: Components Controls
- Drive Group Lube Oil Controls
- Drive Group Turning Gear Controls
- Drive Group Vacuum Breaker Controls
- Condenser Vacuum Pump and Associated Controls
- Drive Group Gland Steam Controls
- Drive Group Aux. Gland Steam Controls
- Drive Group Startup Drains Controls
- Drive Group Hydraulic Fluid Pumps Controls
- Automatic Turbine Startup
Lesson 4: Turbine and Auxiliaries System Process Control
- Turbine and Auxiliaries System Process Control
- Lube Oil Temperature Control
- EHC Fluid Temperature Control
- Gland Steam Pressure Control
- Gland Steam Temperature Control
Lesson 5: Turbine and Auxiliaries System Operation
- Turbine and Auxiliaries System Operation
- Describe the function of the Generator and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the flow paths and major components associated with the Generator and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the Generator and Auxiliaries System m process control loops and associated methods of control.
- Describe the steps required to prepare for and startup of the Generator and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the steps taken during normal operation of the Generator and Auxiliaries System
- Describe the steps required to shut down the Generator and Auxiliaries System
Power plant control room operator online training - plant control systems,circulating water system,condensate systems,feedwater systems,boiler feed pumps,boiler water steam,combustion air flue gas,boiler fuel system,air pollution control system,turbine auxilliaries system operation,generator and auxillaries system operations,unit start up and shut down,environmentally sensitive operations,abnormal plant conditions,heat rate improvement
- Ability to perform Complete Unit Start-up.
- Ability to perform troubleshooting of Unit Integrated Operation Systems/components during Normal Operation.
- Ability to perform complete Unit Shut-down.
- Ability to perform all Unit System Valve Line-ups.
- Basic Efficiency Principles
- Auxiliary Power Consumption
- Environmentally Sensitive Operations
This module contains information pertaining to the Abnormal Plant Conditions System. Several critical abnormal plant conditions and associated responses are described within this module.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Hierarchy of alarms
• How to identify process equipment and Foxboro System Alarms and alarm status
• How to interpret and print an alarm list
• How to appropriately respond to alarms
• How to respond appropriately to the loss of a condensate pump
• How to respond appropriately to the loss of a feed water pump
• How to respond appropriately to the loss of a fan pair
• How to respond appropriately to turbine high vibration
• How to respond appropriately to turbine thermal stress limiting (+)
• And how to respond appropriately to turbine thermal stress limiting (-)
Lesson 1: Equipment Alarms
Lesson 2: Foxboro System Alarms
• Foxboro System Alarms
• System Alarms
• Hardware Device Colors
• Inhibited Alarms
• Network Display
• Equipment Information
• Acknowledging System Alarms
• Review
• Field Operator Responsibilities
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 3: Alarm Response
• Alarm Response
• Alarms
• Condensate Pump Trip
• DCS Alarm Actuates and DCS Automated Response Occurs
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 4: Boiler Feed Pump Trip
• Boiler Feed Pump Trip
• DCS Alarm Actuates and DCS Automated Response Occurs
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 5: Fan Pair Trip (ID and FD)
• Induced Draft Fan Trip
• DCS Alarm Actuates and DCS Automated Response Occurs
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 6: Turbine High Vibration
• No. 3 Turbine Bearing High Vibration
• DCS Alarm Actuates and DCS Automated Response Occurs
• Alarm Set-Point
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 7: Turbine Thermal Stress Limiting (+)
• Turbine Thermal Stress Limiting (+)
• DCS Alarm Actuates and DCS Automated Response Occurs
• Alarm Set-Point and Unit Response
• Lesson Quiz
Lesson 8: Turbine Thermal Stress Limiting (-)
• Turbine Thermal Stress Limiting (-)
• DCS Alarm Actuates and DCS Automated Response Occurs
• Alarm Set-Point and Unit Response
• Lesson Quiz
Final Exam
An important component of the Control Operator Training Program is a thorough understanding of Heat Rate Improvement.
During this module, you will be introduced to the heat losses and loss correction/improvement for the following major system components:
- Turbine (using heat balance and turbine performance curves)
The module takes you through a series of lessons discussing the functions of the boiler, turbine, heat exchangers, and cooling tower, and their major components and component controls. Once you have become familiar with each of these components your knowledge of the Heat Rate Improvement System will be further developed with a discussion on how the system components and process controls come together to improve heat rate by correcting and improving heat losses.
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