COURSE OVERVIEW:

Cooling towers and condenser water systems are the primary heat rejection mechanisms for many industrial and HVAC processes. This course provides a detailed look at the mechanical and chemical principles that allow these systems to dissipate heat effectively through evaporation. Participants will explore the different types of cooling towers, including natural draft, forced draft, and induced draft systems, and how their design influences overall plant efficiency.

The scope of this Coverage includes the critical interaction between mechanical components and water chemistry. We will examine the operation of fans, gearboxes, drive shafts, and distribution systems, alongside the essential water treatment protocols required to prevent scaling and biological growth. Proper maintenance of these elements is vital not only for performance but also for ensuring the health and safety of the surrounding environment, particularly regarding Legionella control.

Furthermore, the course emphasizes proactive maintenance practices and troubleshooting techniques for common operational problems. Attendees will learn how to optimize water cycles of concentration, manage drift losses, and perform structural integrity assessments. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped to implement comprehensive operation and maintenance plans that maximize equipment uptime and reduce energy consumption across the condenser water loop.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

1. Explain the theory of evaporative cooling and the psychrometric chart.
2. Identify the various types of cooling towers and their components.
3. Optimize cooling tower performance by adjusting water and airflow.
4. Implement a comprehensive water treatment program to prevent scale.
5. Manage biological risks and comply with Legionella safety regulations.
6. Inspect and maintain mechanical drive components, including gearboxes and fans.
7. Troubleshoot common issues such as high approach temperatures and vibration.
8. Evaluate the condition of fill media and drift eliminators.
9. Perform alignment and balancing for large cooling tower fans.
10. Calculate the cycles of concentration and manage blowdown effectively.
11. Inspect the structural integrity of concrete, wood, and FRP towers.
12. Conduct energy audits and identify opportunities for power savings.
13. Develop a seasonal startup and shutdown procedure for cooling systems.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Facilities Managers, Plant Operators, HVAC Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and Water Treatment Specialists responsible for industrial and commercial cooling systems.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise 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.