PPTC 101 - Power Plant Fundamentals

1. List the major components found in a power plant. [a, b, e, g, i]
2. Describe the role of each component of a power plant as it relates to generating power. [a, b, f, g, i]
3. Describe the various personnel at a power plant and their role in the organization. [a, b, e, g, h, i]
4. Draw a block diagram of a power plant. [a, b]
5. Describe the flow of water/steam through a basic steam cycle. [a, b, e, f, g, i]
6. Describe the flow of air and gas through a boiler. [a, b, e, g]
7. Describe the phases of a basic steam cycle, including generation, expansion, condensation, and feed. [a, b, e, g]
8. Describe the different types of power plants, including fossil fuel, gas, and nuclear. [a,b,e,g]
9. Demonstrate knowledge of proper safety and environmental regulations. [a, b, e, f, g]
10. Demonstrate knowledge of fuel unloading, transfer, and storage systems. [b, e, g]
11. Utilize schematics and diagrams to monitor and troubleshoot equipment performance. [a, b, e, g, i]
12. Demonstrate knowledge of the components, conditions, and procedures utilized in a safe working environment. [a, b, e, g]

• Heat exchangers Axial and centrifugal fans
• Properties of water Boiler theory and operation
• Pulverizes BTU’s and calories
• Rankine cycle Cooling tower
• Steam cycle Combustion theory
• Turbines Electrostatic precipitators
• Generators Valves

 
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