In the rapidly evolving energy sector, the Conventional Heat Generation This course offers you the chance to explore key technologies that continue to drive industries across the globe. Focusing on thermodynamics, steam power stations, gas turbines, diesel engines and nuclear energy, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of conventional thermal power generation. As global demand for efficient energy solutions soars, expertise in these areas is increasingly in demand, opening up numerous career opportunities. By taking part, you’ll gain valuable insights into the current landscape and future prospects of thermal power generation, equipping you with the knowledge to make a meaningful contribution to this vital industry. Join us to improve your skills and be at the forefront of energy innovation.
Conventional Heat Generation
Energy
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the basic principles of thermodynamics.
- To identify the various types of fuel used in power generation.
- To explain how steam power stations work.
- To describe the components of gas turbine power stations.
- To analyse the efficiency of diesel power stations.
- To assess the current state of conventional thermal power generation.
- To explore the fundamentals of nuclear energy.
Table of Contents
UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO THERMODYNAMICS. FUELS. THE STEAM POWER STATION
1. Introduction to thermodynamics
2. Fuels and combustion
3. The steam power station (I). The regenerative Rankine cycle
4. The steam power station (II). General arrangement. Main equipment
5. Types of steam power stations
UNIT 2. GAS TURBINE POWER STATIONS
1. The gas turbine. The Brayton cycle
2. Types of gas turbines. Parts of a gas turbine. Technologists
3. Simple-cycle power stations
4. Combined-cycle power stations
5. General layout of a combined-cycle power station. Components
UNIT 3. DIESEL ENGINE POWER STATIONS. THE CURRENT SITUATION AND OUTLOOK FOR CONVENTIONAL THERMAL POWER GENERATION
1. The internal combustion engine. The Otto cycle and the Diesel cycle
2. The diesel engine. Types. Technologists
3. The engine power plant. Types and configurations
4. General layout and components
5. The current situation and outlook for conventional thermal power generation
UNIT 4. NUCLEAR ENERGY
1. Basic concepts of nuclear energy
2. Fundamentals of nuclear technology
3. Conventional nuclear power stations
4. Safety and radiation protection in nuclear power stations
5. The role of nuclear energy in the transition to decarbonisation
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