Introduction To Heavy Duty Gas Turbine

Course Content

Introduction

This course is designed specifically for power plant personnel unfamiliar with GE Heavy Duty Gas Turbines. The course will cover gas turbine construction, auxiliary systems and maintenance overview.

Pre-Requisites

This course is designed for candidates with little experience in power generation but useful for personnel involved in the operation and maintenance of GE Heavy Duty Gas Turbines.

Course Duration

This course is of 2 days in duration.

Optimum Numbers

Maximum of 6 candidates is recommended.

Training Aids

PowerPoint Presentation, course notes, hand-outs, and discussion.

Course Objectives

Introduction to Heavy-Duty Gas Turbines:

Introduction Video (Major Components of the Gas Turbine)

• The Basic Cycle
• Thermo-Dynamics
• General Observations

Assembly and Construction

• Turbine Base and Supports
• Compressor Section
• Combustion Section
• Turbine Section
• Accessory Gear Assembly
• Flexible Couplings
• Main Turbine Bearings
• Starting System

Operating Systems

Auxiliary Systems

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