Short course/CPD
Gas Turbine Technology for Operations & Maintenance Engineers
Course date: 26 Nov 2012 - 30 Nov 2012
Course overview
To provide the delegate with an opportunity to acquire a fundamental understanding of many aspects of stationary gas turbine engine performance appropriate to its operation and maintenance. To this end, the main course focus is on the engines used in power generation industries.
The course will be of most benefit to delegates currently working as in the maintenance and operations departments of the power generation industry.
The course will, however also be beneficial to very those involved in the procurement of new and replacement equipment.
Location
Cranfield University is located at the very heart of the UK – within the innovation triangle between London and the cities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Our central location provides easy access from the M1, excellent main line rail service as well as proximity to key international airports. Set in rolling countryside, Cranfield offers a rich, rural landscape complemented by thriving towns and picturesque villages.
- Road: We are just 10 minutes from Junctions 13 & 14 of the M1 motorway. There is free parking on campus.
- Rail: Milton Keynes or Bedford
- Air: London Luton (22 miles), Heathrow (50 miles) or Birmingham (70 miles).
Course fee:
£1,710
Accommodation fee:
Speakers
This course will be delivered by leading academics or consultants from Cranfield University in the United Kingdom. Each contributor has extensive commercial experience with industry as well as an excellent academic reputation within their area of expertise.
How to register
Further information
For more information on this course or booking details please contact:
Power and Propulsion short courses
T: + 44 (0) 1234 754683
E: k.swan@cranfield.ac.uk
Course description
Overview of Gas Turbine Technology and Applications
Simple cycle gas turbine performance in terms of power, fuel consumption and thermal efficiency.
Effect of fuel choice on corrosion, emissions, component life etc.
Effect of ambient temperature and pressure on performance. Performance enhancement through compressor cleaning, intake water misting, intake air filtration, etc.
The performance benefits of using Combined cycle gas turbine performance and cogeneration. The use of inter-cooling and reheat.
Rotating Components and Matching
An overview of compressor and turbine design and performance, their characteristics and matching. Compressor surge and its prevention.
Vibration and Rotor Dynamics
A review of vibration will include specific problems such as blade vibration and shaft critical speeds. Case histories which illustrate vibration with the fatigue failure of components. Rotor instability. Spectrum analysis for the solution of resonance, instability, and gear and blade problems. The Campbell (Spoke) diagram and critical speed maps.
Combustors and Fuels
Combustor types, chamber design, fuel atomisation, ignition and combustor arrangements. The constraints imposed by fuels on the design and operation of the combustor. The wide spectrum of fuels, both gaseous and liquid, is examined. An overview of fuel treatment and additives is made.
Performance Analysis for Problem Detection
The fundamental concepts of performance analysis as a tool for saving energy costs. A review of basic and applied thermodynamics for gas turbines. The use of performance data to pinpoint problem areas. Diagnostics related to fouling, nozzle erosion, blowing surge, choke, etc. Meaningful trending methods.
Gas Path Analysis for Stationary Gas Turbines
Simulation of degraded gas turbines, the application of fault coefficient matrices, fault trees and other techniques. Implications for component life and emissions.
Gas Turbine Fouling
The causes and effects of fouling in compressors including increased fuel flow, reduced efficiency, reduced mass flow, reduced surge margin, turbine blade creep life, etc.
The effects of inlet air filtration on engine performance.
Gas Turbine Repair
The techniques of inspection and repair of gas turbines are described in detail, including NDT techniques, cleaning, plating, heat treatment, welding, etc.
Gas Turbine Maintenance
Maintenance techniques using borescopes. Spectrum analysis including acoustic monitoring. Techniques for checking and conducting repairs on impellers, diffusers, bearings, couplings, and foundation repair.
Special Considerations for CHP Gas Turbines
Considerations in the design, operation and maintenance of turbines and associated equipment.
Off design operational effects on heat recovery steam generators, STTG cycles and evaporative cooling.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, candidates should:
- be able to understand the fundamentals of the many aspects of performance of stationary gas turbine engines used in the power generation industries
- have a good background to enable an appreciation of the operational problems associated with gas turbines used for power generation.
To book a place on the course, please complete the online registration form.
If you experience problems with the online registration we have a PDF version.
For further information please contact:
Mrs Claire Bellis
School of Engineering, Whittle Building
Cranfield University, Cranfield, Bedford
MK43 0AL, UK
T: +44 (0) 1234 754683
F: +44 (0) 1234 758208
E: c.bellis@cranfield.ac.uk
Course Director
Dr K W Ramsden
Director of Gas Turbine Continuing Professional Development
T: +44 (0) 1234 754712
F: +44 (0) 1234 751566
E: k.w.ramsden@cranfield.ac.uk
