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Introduction

Gas Turbine Training classes provide technical information for those people who maintain the gas turbine engines. The goal of each training program is to build confidence based on knowledge and understanding. Engine System Familiarization and Maintenance Procedures are key focal points of each program. This training is built on a foundation that will enable the student to understand:

•   Engine Nomenclature & Functions
•    Engine Systems Operation
•    Gas Turbine Principles and Theory
•    Troubleshooting Techniques Through Class Discussions
•    Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance
•    Inspection technique 

Objective

The objective of this course is to give participants an understanding of basic gas turbine operations and construction as well as a fundamental knowledge of proper operation, control and protection of the turbine and its accessory systems.
Emphasis is placed on the following areas: 

 •   Basic gas turbine operating cycle 
•   Overview of gas turbine major components and equipment arrangements and how  these relate to overall operation and performance 
•    Fundamentals of gas turbine control and protection: start-up, speed, load, shutdown and temperature 
•    Operating parameters and control / protection features of the various turbine support  systems such as the lubricating oil, hydraulic, variable inlet guide vanes, starting means and fuels 
•    Operating factors and considerations that affect maintenance intervals 

Audience

Operators, engineers, technicians, and administrative personnel of operating facilities as well those who may work in affiliated industries, who wish to gain an understanding of the day-to-day operation of heavy duty gas turbines.

Content

1. An overview of gas turbine

Gas turbine cycle 
Performance
Design consideration
Major components
Environmental effect

2.Theoretical and actual cycle analysis

Brayton cycle
Combined cycle

3. Compressor and turbine performance characteristics

Performance characteristic
Aerothermal equations  

4. Performance and mechanical standards

Major variables for gas turbine application 

5.Rotor dynamics 

- Major Components 

6. Centrifugal compressors

Components 
Performance 
Surge
Process

7. Axial flow compressors

Blade and cascade
Airfoil theory
Compressor stall
Performance characteristics

8. Radial- inflow turbines 

Description theory
Performance of a radial –inflow turbine

9. Axial- flow turbines 

Turbine geometry
Impulse turbine
Reaction turbine 
Turbine blade cooling
Cooled turbine Aerodynamic
Turbine looses

10.Combustors

Combustion terms
Combustion chamber design
Fuel atomization and ignition
Typical combustor arrangement
Air pollution problems 

- Materials, fuel technology and fuel systems

11. Materials 

General metallurgical behaviours in gas turbine
Gas turbine material
Compressor blades
Forging and non-destructive Testing
Coating

12. Fuels 

Fuel specifications 
Fuel properties
Fuel treatments
Heavy fuel
Cleaning of turbine components
Fuel economic
Heat tracing of piping system
Storage of liquids 

 -  Auxiliary components and Accessories

13. Bearings

Bearing design principles
Tilting pad journal bearing
Bearing materials 
Bearing and shaft instabilities
Thrust bearing
Thrust bearing power loss

14. Seals

Noncontact seals
Mechanical face seals
Mechanical seal selection and application
Seal systems
Associated oil system
Dry gas seals

15. Gears 

Gear types
Factors affecting gear design
Installation and initial operation

-  Installation, operation and maintenance 

16. Lubrication 

basic oil system
Lubrication selection
Oil sampling and testing
Contamination and filter selection
Cleaning and flushing
Lubrication management

17. Spectrum analysis

Vibration sensors  
Vibration measurements
Vibration analysis

18. Balancing 

Rotor imbalance
Balancing procedures
Application of balancing techniques
Balancing machine

19. Coupling and alignment

Gear coupling
Metal diaphragm coupling
Metal disc coupling
Shaft misalignment and correction

20. Control system and instrumentation

Control system
Condition monitoring system
Implementation of condition monitoring
Life cycle cost
Temperature measurements
Pressure measurements
Vibration measurements
Failure diagnostics
Mechanical [problem diagnostics 

21. Maintenance techniques

Philosophy of maintenance
Training of personnel
Tools and shop equipments
Machine cleaning
Hot section maintenance 
Compressor maintenance
Bearing maintenance
Coupling maintenance 
Repair and rehabilitation of turbomachinery
Foundation
Typical problem encountered in gas turbine

Certificate

MAESTRO CONSULTANTS Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

Methodology

Our courses are highly interactive, typically taking a case study approach that we have found to be an effective method of fostering discussions and transferring knowledge. Participants will learn by active participation during the program through the use of individual exercises, questionnaires, team exercises, training videos and discussions of “real life” issues in their organizations.
The material has been designed to enable delegates to apply all of the material with immediate effect back in the workplace.

Fees

$5,250