Gas and Steam Turbines

The Gas and Steam Turbines course provides a comprehensive understanding of both gas turbines and steam turbines, covering their principles, operation, maintenance, and applications in various industries. Gas turbines and steam turbines are widely used for power generation, mechanical drive, and other industrial processes.

The course covers the following key topics:

1. Gas turbine fundamentals: Understanding the working principles, components, and different types of gas turbines, including their combustion systems, compressor and turbine sections, and control mechanisms.
2. Steam turbine fundamentals: Exploring the working principles, components, and different types of steam turbines, including the concepts of impulse and reaction turbines, steam flow paths, and governing systems.
3. Gas turbine operation and maintenance: Learning about the operational procedures, control systems, startup and shutdown sequences, and routine maintenance practices for gas turbines.
4. Steam turbine operation and maintenance: Understanding the operational procedures, control mechanisms, startup and shutdown sequences, and routine maintenance practices for steam turbines.
5. Combined cycle power plants: Exploring the integration of gas turbines and steam turbines in combined cycle power plants, including the working principles, efficiency considerations, and operational challenges.
6. Applications and case studies: Analyzing real-world applications and case studies of gas and steam turbines in various industries, such as power generation, oil and gas, and petrochemicals.
7. Safety considerations: Understanding the safety protocols, hazard identification, and risk mitigation measures associated with gas and steam turbine operation and maintenance.