This course gives a solid review of gas turbines with a focus on fundamental thermodynamics; gas turbine components; materials of construction; bearing, seals and lubrication systems; fuels and fuel supply systems; combustion air filters; control systems and instrumentation and operations and maintenance.

At the end of this seminar participants will learn about:

• Fundamental thermodynamics
• Gas turbine components
• Materials of construction
• Bearing, seals and lubrication systems
• Fuels and fuel supply systems
• Combustion air filters
• Control systems and instrumentation
• Operations and maintenance

Mechanical Engineers, Supervisors, Foremen, Technicians, Maintenance Personnel, anyone new to gas turbines and more experienced technical personnel who want an overview of the operation and available technologies of gas turbines

Overview of Gas Turbines

• Industrial heavy duty gas turbines
• Aircraft-derivative gas turbines
• Medium range gas turbines
• Major gas turbine components
• Heat recovery steam generators

 Fundamental Thermodynamics

• Reversible cycles with ideal gases
• Actual gas turbine cycles
• Air compressor performance characteristics
• Combustion processes
• Gas turbine performance calculations
• Comparison of basic specifications

 Gas Turbine Components

• Axial-flow compressor
• Radial-inflow turbines
• Combustors, construction, types
• Igniters
• Fuel nozzles
• Hot path components
• Axial-flow turbine
• Firing concepts and emission control

• Materials of Construction

• General metallurgical behavior
• Gas turbine blade materials
• Turbine wheel alloys
• Corrosion problems
• Wear problems
• Future materials
• Coating technology

• Bearings and Seals

• Bearing design principles
• Bearing materials
• Non-contacting seals
• Mechanical seals

Lubrication Systems

• Basic components
• Oil cooling/warming
• Oil cleaning and conditioning
• Lube oil selection

 Fuels and Fuel Supply Systems

• Fuel specifications
• Fuel properties
• Fuel treatment
• Heavy fuels
• Fuel measurement
• Fuel supply systems
• Cleaning of turbine components

Combustion Air Filters

• Combustion air quality requirements
• Function of gas turbine air filters
• Environment and type of inlet filters
• Selection principles
• Operation and maintenance

• Exhaust Systems

• Sound abatement
• Inspection openings
• Chimneys

Auxiliary Components and Systems

• Starting systems
• Washing systems
• Gear boxes and couplings

 Control Systems and Instrumentation

• Pressure measurement
• Temperature measurement
• Vibration measurement
• Performance measurement
• Control systems
• Monitoring and diagnostic systems

• Gas Turbine Operations and Maintenance

• Operating philosophies
• Analytical on-line condition monitoring
• Borescopy
• Selecting maintenance approaches
• Maintenance planning
• Spare parts and special tools
• Inspection, overhaul and repair
• Maintenance control and documentation
• Evaluating gas turbine maintenance effectiveness
• Establishing and tracking performance indices 

Mechanical Equipment Standards

• Applicable API standards
• ANSI standards
• International Standards (ISO)
• Specifications

BTS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.

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