POWR 2100 Power Plant Operations

Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
3
Program Description

Covers operational procedures, startup sequences, and shutdown protocols for steam and gas turbine plants.

Course overview

This course focuses on the practical operational procedures required for steam and gas turbine plants. You will learn the step-by-step startup and shutdown sequences, monitoring of critical operational parameters, and the protocols for handling common faults. The course emphasizes safety, efficiency, and proper documentation throughout all operational tasks.

Who takes this course

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

Learning outcomes

  • Execute standard startup and shutdown sequences for steam and gas turbine plants.
  • Monitor operational parameters to ensure safe and efficient plant performance.
  • Diagnose common operational faults and apply corrective procedures.
  • Document operational logs and report deviations from standard protocols.
  • Apply industrial safety standards during plant operation and maintenance tasks.

Evaluation

Component Weight (%)
Practical operational assessments 40
Mid-term examination 25
Final examination 35