In a world where demand for energy continues to grow, understanding and managing conventional thermal power generation has become crucial. The Conventional Thermal Power Generation course offers you a unique opportunity to gain an insight into this growing field, gaining a solid understanding of thermodynamics, fuels and the operation of steam power stations, gas turbines and diesel engines, as well as an up-to-date overview of the role of nuclear energy. Through this training, you will develop key skills for analysing and optimising energy processes, becoming a highly sought-after professional in a sector with growing demand for skilled workers. This course, Designed to be accessible from anywhere thanks to its online format, it will enable you to adapt to new trends in the energy market, positioning you at the forefront of conventional energy technologies. Seize this opportunity to specialise and become part of the future of energy, where knowledge and innovation are key.
Conventional power generation
Energy
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To analyse the basic principles of thermodynamics and their application in thermal power generation.
- To understand how steam power stations work and the different types of fuel used in them.
- To assess the performance and efficiency of gas turbine power stations.
- Identify the characteristics and advantages of diesel power stations.
- To examine the current situation and future prospects of conventional thermal power stations.
- Describe the process of nuclear power generation and its integration into the energy system.
- Compare different conventional thermal power generation technologies and their environmental impacts.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO THERMODYNAMICS. FUELS. STEAM POWER STATIONS
An Introduction to Thermodynamics
Fuels and combustion
The steam power station. The regenerative Rankine cycle
The steam power station. General layout and main equipment
Types of steam power stations
TEACHING UNIT 2. GAS TURBINE POWER STATIONS
The gas turbine. The Brayton cycle
Types of gas turbines. Parts of a gas turbine. Technologists
Simple-cycle power stations
Combined-cycle power stations
General layout of a combined-cycle power station. Components
TEACHING UNIT 3. DIESEL POWER STATIONS. CURRENT STATUS AND PROSPECTS FOR CONVENTIONAL THERMAL POWER STATIONS
The internal combustion engine. The Otto cycle and the Diesel cycle
The diesel engine. Types. Technologists
The engine control unit. Types and configurations
The engine room. General layout and components
The current situation and future prospects for conventional thermal power generation
TEACHING UNIT 4. NUCLEAR ENERGY
Basic Concepts of Nuclear Energy
Fundamentals of Nuclear Technology
Conventional Nuclear Power Stations
Safety and radiation protection at nuclear power stations
The role of nuclear energy in the transition towards decarbonisation.