Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Introduction to Industrial Gas Turbines

• Understand the basic principles of how industrial gas turbines work, including the thermodynamic cycle (Brayton Cycle).
• Learn about the various types of industrial gas turbines used in power generation, mechanical drive applications, and combined cycle plants.
• Understand the role of gas turbines in industries such as oil and gas, power generation, petrochemical, and aviation.

2. Components and Structure of a Gas Turbine

• Study the key components of an industrial gas turbine: compressor, combustor, turbine, power turbine, and exhaust system.
• Understand the function and design of each component and how they contribute to the turbine's overall performance.
• Explore auxiliary systems, such as fuel systems, lubrication systems, cooling systems, and control systems.

3. Operation of Industrial Gas Turbines

• Learn the operational principles of gas turbines, including startup, loading, and shutdown procedures.
• Study the sequence of events during turbine startup and shutdown, including safety measures and checks.
• Understand how to monitor and control gas turbine performance, including power output, fuel consumption, and exhaust temperatures.
• Learn the process of load sharing and system integration with other power generation equipment (e.g., steam turbines, generators).

4. Fuel Systems and Fuel Types

• Study the types of fuels used in industrial gas turbines, such as natural gas, diesel, kerosene, and others.
• Understand the challenges associated with different fuels, including fuel quality, availability, and combustion characteristics.
• Learn about the fuel system components, such as fuel pumps, filters, metering valves, and combustion chambers.
• Explore the considerations for selecting and switching fuels during operation.

5. Gas Turbine Control Systems

• Understand the purpose and types of control systems used in industrial gas turbines, including:
• Basic Control Systems: On-off control, speed control, load control.
• Advanced Control Systems: Distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA).
• Study how these systems regulate key parameters such as speed, temperature, pressure, and load.
• Learn about the integration of gas turbines into larger industrial control networks for system-wide monitoring and operation.
• Understand turbine protection systems, including overspeed protection, flame-out detection, and temperature monitoring.

6. Performance Monitoring and Diagnostics

• Learn how to monitor the key performance indicators (KPIs) for gas turbines, such as efficiency, specific fuel consumption (SFC), and turbine health.
• Study the use of sensors and data acquisition systems to collect real-time data on turbine performance.
• Understand common turbine faults (e.g., vibration, compressor fouling, turbine blade wear) and diagnostic techniques for identifying and troubleshooting these issues.
• Learn how to perform routine tests and inspections to ensure optimal turbine performance and reliability.

7. Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Gas Turbines

• Study the maintenance schedules for industrial gas turbines, including routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and part replacements.
• Understand preventive and predictive maintenance techniques, including the use of condition monitoring systems and vibration analysis.
• Learn how to troubleshoot common issues in gas turbines, such as excessive fuel consumption, power loss, or abnormal temperature readings.
• Understand the procedure for handling turbine overhauls, repairs, and major component replacements.

8. Efficiency Optimization and Performance Tuning

• Learn strategies for optimizing the efficiency of industrial gas turbines, including operating at peak load and minimizing downtime.
• Study the role of advanced control strategies, such as turbine inlet cooling, power augmentation, and combined cycle configurations.
• Understand the impact of environmental conditions (e.g., ambient temperature, humidity) on turbine efficiency and how to adjust operations accordingly.
• Learn about upgrades and retrofitting to improve turbine performance over time.

9. Safety and Environmental Considerations

• Study the safety protocols and procedures for operating industrial gas turbines, including emergency shutdowns, fire protection, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Learn how to handle hazardous materials, including fuel and lubricants, to minimize the risk of fire or toxic emissions.
• Understand the environmental impact of gas turbine emissions (e.g., NOx, CO2) and the methods used to reduce emissions, such as dry low NOx burners and selective catalytic reduction (SCR).
• Learn the regulations and standards related to emissions control, noise, and other environmental factors.

10. Troubleshooting and Case Studies

• Review case studies of gas turbine failures and lessons learned from real-world incidents.
• Learn about the common root causes of gas turbine failures and how to prevent them.
• Study practical troubleshooting techniques, such as fault isolation, sensor calibration, and the use of diagnostic tools.
• Understand the importance of system documentation and maintaining logs for maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting.

11. Emerging Trends in Gas Turbine Technology

• Explore the latest developments in gas turbine technology, such as turbine blade cooling, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.
• Study the impact of digitalization and IoT on turbine performance, predictive maintenance, and remote monitoring.
• Learn about hybrid systems, such as integrating gas turbines with renewable energy sources or battery storage, and the potential benefits of these configurations.

Target Audience

This training is designed for professionals involved in the operation, maintenance, and control of industrial gas turbines. The target audience includes:

• Operators responsible for the day-to-day operation of industrial gas turbines.
• Field Technicians involved in troubleshooting, maintenance, and servicing of gas turbines.
• Control Room Operators managing gas turbine systems from a central monitoring location.

• Engineers responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and overhaul of gas turbines.
• Maintenance Technicians tasked with executing routine checks and repairs on turbine components.
• Reliability Engineers focused on maximizing the uptime and efficiency of gas turbines.

• Engineers responsible for the design, setup, and operation of control systems in industrial gas turbines.
• Instrumentation Technicians involved in the calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sensors and control devices.