(OIT301.2) Understanding, Calculating and Troubleshooting Gas Turbine Performance

The Understanding, Calculating and Troubleshooting Gas Turbine Performance course is designed to provide an understanding of why a gas turbine works in the way it does and what affects its capabilities with an understanding of the basic steps of the gas turbine operating cycle.

The goal of this seminar is to provide an understanding of the gas turbine systems, terminology and operating cycle used in the Outlet Temperature Control (OTC)thodology, and to maintain / improve plant performance.

Topics Covered:
Operational theory and function
o    Gas turbine operating cycle
                -   Introduction to T-s Diagrams
                -   Ideal Brayton Cycle
                -   Actual Cycle
o    Operational considerations
                -   Ambient Conditions
                -   Instrumentation
                -   Mass flow
Performance and Efficiency
o    Measured values
                -   Ambient Conditions
                -   Inlet air
                -   Compressor outlet
                -   Nominal Firing Temperature
                -   Exhaust Gas Temperature
o    Fuel
                -   Composition
o    Inlet Air Systems
                -   Filters
                -   Inlet housing
                -   Inlet Scroll
                -   Inlet cooling
o    Compressor
                -   IGV
                -   New Clean vs Dirty fouled
o    Operator Actions
                -   Instrument Calibration
                -   Mechanical Calibration (IGV Position)
                -   Water Wash
                   -   On-Line
                   -   Off-Line

Intended Audience:
Operators/I&C Techs/Maint Techs/etc

PLEASE NOTE:  The course length is provided as an estimate only.  Actual course length may vary based on student experience level and participation.