COURSE OVERVIEW:

Diesel power generators serve as the vital backbone for emergency backup and prime power in critical infrastructure, requiring rigorous technical oversight to ensure instantaneous availability. This course provides a deep dive into the mechanical and electrical systems of modern diesel engines and alternators, focusing on the synergy between combustion physics and electromagnetic induction. Participants will explore the engineering of fuel delivery, cooling, and lubrication systems that allow these machines to operate reliably under extreme load variations.

The scope of this training addresses the entire lifecycle of the generating set, from routine preventative maintenance to complex system-level troubleshooting. It covers the technical nuances of the Electronic Control Unit and the Automatic Voltage Regulator, which govern the stability of power output. The curriculum provides a systematic framework for diagnosing mechanical failures, such as injector fouling and turbocharger wear, alongside electrical issues like winding insulation breakdown and excitation failure.

Coverage includes the interpretation of diagnostic data from control panels and the implementation of load bank testing to verify system performance. Attendees will learn to manage the risks of wet stacking and fuel degradation through proactive maintenance strategies. By combining mechanical engine theory with electrical power generation principles, the course equips professionals with the expertise required to maximize the reliability and service life of diesel power assets in industrial and utility environments.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Explain the four-stroke cycle and combustion principles of diesel engines.
• Identify and maintain all components of the fuel, cooling, and lubrication systems.
• Analyze the operation of the Automatic Voltage Regulator and Governor.
• Perform routine inspections and fluid sampling for preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot common engine start failures and abnormal exhaust conditions.
• Conduct load bank testing to prevent wet stacking and verify capacity.
• Interpret fault codes and diagnostic messages from digital control panels.
• Evaluate the condition of alternator windings and excitation systems.
• Implement effective battery maintenance and charging protocols for starting.
• Manage the synchronization and load sharing of parallel generating sets.
• Execute systematic root cause analysis for sudden engine shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations for diesel storage.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Mechanical and Electrical Technicians, Facilities Managers, Power Plant Operators, and Maintenance Engineers responsible for emergency power systems.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.