Discover the exciting world of renewable energy with our course Operation and Maintenance of Hydropower Stations. In a context where sustainability and energy efficiency are crucial, hydroelectric power stations play a vital role. This sector is booming, driving a growing demand for skilled professionals. With our course, you will gain essential knowledge about hydraulic turbines such as Pelton, Francis or Kaplan, and you’ll learn about the structure and types of hydroelectric power stations, including small-scale plants. You’ll also delve into the technology behind hydroelectric power stations, exploring components such as gates and valves, and you’ll master the exploitation strategies and maintenance of both both mechanical and electrical equipment. Take this opportunity to train in a field where there is high demand for skilled workers and become an expert in hydropower.
Operation and maintenance of hydroelectric power stations
Energy
100 h
Introduction
Objectives
The main aim of this course Operation and maintenance of hydroelectric power stations is to provide a general overview of the various approaches to the operation and maintenance of the industrial facilities, focusing on the theoretical principles, regulation and the main equipment used in hydroelectric power stations.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. HYDRAULIC TURBINES
Introduction
Pelton turbines
Francis turbines
Propeller Turbines
Kaplan turbines
Bulb Turbines
Michell-Banki or Cross-Flow Turbines
Bearings
Cavitation in Hydraulic Turbines
TEACHING UNIT 2. HYDROELECTRIC POWER GENERATION. STRUCTURE AND TYPES. TYPES OF POWER STATIONS. SMALL-SCALE POWER STATIONS
Overview
Types of use
Smooth jumps
Adjustable springs
Reversible pumping stations
Small power stations
TEACHING UNIT 3. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION OF HYDROELECTRIC POWER STATIONS
Introduction
Railings
Grate cleaner
Ataguías
Gates
Sliding gates
Wagon hatches
Crawler gates
Taintor or segment gates
Other gates
Valves
Electrical equipment
TEACHING UNIT 4. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF HYDROELECTRIC POWER STATIONS
Introduction
Exploitation
Maintenance
Civil engineering maintenance
Maintenance of mechanical equipment
Maintenance of electrical equipment
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