This course is for Steam Plant Operators, Steam Plant Maintenance Personnel, Steam Plant Supervisors/Managers, Facility Operators/Maintenance Personnel, and anyone associated with energy conversion.
Overview
This is a 5-day course providing information on virtually all facets of steam boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Common boiler auxiliaries and operating techniques are covered in detail. Safety and efficiency of operation are stressed. Information is included on boiler water treatment techniques, construction and repair methods, hot water systems, fuels, and combustion.
This seminar includes bets applications of variable-frequency drives (VFD’s), optimizing steam and condensate systems operation, best practices for minimizing emissions, and boiler start-up and shutdown procedures.
On Friday, the American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE) Region 4 will provide Entry Level 3rd class level testing.
Topics
- Boiler Theory and Principles
- Boiler Construction and Design
- Steam Systems
- Water Treatment Systems
- Fuel Systems
- Draft and Flue Gas Systems
- Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Boiler Operation and Maintenance
- Boiler System Optimization
Note: Exam, Licensing, and Handbook included
