TG407 – Steam Turbine Mechanical Hydraulic Controls (MHC) for Operations

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TG407 – Steam Turbine Mechanical Hydraulic Controls (MHC) for Operations

2 days - 14 PDH Credits Awarded

$1,995.00

Description

This course has been designed for personnel responsible for the operations of GE steam turbine with the traditional mechanical hydraulic control systems.  The course will fundamentally explain the operations and purpose of those devices that the operator interacts with on an everyday basis.  The course will also explain the protective features of the control system.

Topical Outline

Steam Turbine Fundamental Review, Operational Description of the Turbine Lube Oil System, Functional Description of the Turbine Control System Components, Speed / Load Control, Reheat Turbine Controls, Turbine Trip System. HPC’s instructional staff on this topic is significant.  The materials were developed by those who have been working on steam turbine-generators their whole career.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course the participant will be able to:
  1. List and state the purpose of those mechanical hydraulic control devices located in the front standard that are pertinent to turbine operation.
  2. Describe the fundamental response of each of these control devices, given a change in input.
  3. State the purpose of the individual turbine inlet control valves.
  4. Describe response of the turbine control system with a frequency deviation.
  5. Describe response of the turbine control system with a change in load demand imposed by operations.
  6. Describe the 1st and 2nd line-of-defense against overspeed.
  7. List and describe those protective systems used in the MHC systems.
  8. List and describe typical procedures for on-line tests of control system devices.

What you will receive

One copy of HPC Technical Services' textbook, TG407, (GE) MHC Controls for Operators, Written by Harold Parker.  It is a valuable desktop reference in addition to being able to enhance the learning process. A Certificate of Completion with 14 PDH awarded.

Course Dates / Location / Fee

See www.TurbineGeneratorTraining.com for details on the course dates / locations / and registration fees.  HPC’s 3-4-2 policy applies: Sign up 3 for the same course/date, pay in advance, and pay for only 2 (the 3rd participant is free)!  HPC Technical Services reserves the right to cancel any course/seminar within 10 working days of the scheduled date.  Fees are 100% refunded or credited to another Seminar (clients' choice) if HPC should cancel any Seminar.  HPC is not responsible for non-refundable airline tickets or other travel expenses under any circumstance.

Course Outline

  1. Steam Turbine Fundamentals: Nozzles and their Principles, Basic Turbine Types and Arrangements, Turbine Sections, Rotor, Blades, Nozzles, Steam Path Seals, Journal Bearings, Thrust Bearing, Steam Valves
  2. MHC Oil System: Standard Description, Design Considerations, System Arrangement, Description of Major Components / Sub-Systems, System Operation (on Turning Gear, During Startup, Rated Speed, and Shutdown), Tests.
  3. MHC Components: Function, Summary Description, Design Considerations, Hydraulic Supply, Summer, Integrator, Pilot Valves, Amplifiers, Limiters & Stops, Dashpots and Low/High Value Gates.
  4. Speed / Load Control:  System Function, 3 Laws of Turbine Controls, Speed Control Theory, Speed Governor & Speed Relay, Regulation, CV Positioning, Speed / Load Changer, Load Limiter, Stop Valve Bypass Operation & Control Mechanism
  5. Reheat Turbine Controls: System Function, Basic Reheat Turbine Arrangement, Reheat Valves, Intercept Valves, Two Speed Governor System, Single Speed Governor System
  6. Emergency Trip System: Summary Description, Overspeed Potential, Normal Overspeed Operation, Emergency Overspeed, 2nd Line of Defense, Main Stop Valves, Emergency Trip Valves, Overspeed Trip, Trip Valves in Front Standard, Vacuum Trip, Thrust Bearing Wear Detector, Low Speed Switch
  7. Summary Review
  8. Certification Examination (for those who are interested)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Will HPC Technical Services bring this course to our location for our personnel only?  YES, call or email us, Info@TurbineGeneratorTraining.com for a price quotation.
  • Will HPC Technical Services customize the presentation at our site to suit our particular needs?
  • Is HPC Technical Services' textbook available for purchase as a reference document?   $295 + S&H.
  • What is the cost for HPC Technical Service to deliver this course at our location? Well, of course that can vary, but generally speaking, if you're planning on having 6+ attend, when considering your T&L, it is to your advantage to perform the course at your plant (office).  You gain from the customization of the presentation and price.
  • Can HPC Technical Services provide "Technical Assistance" in conducting functional checkouts or troubleshooting problems? Yes we can.  Call or contact us, Info@TurbineGeneratorTraining.com for our rate sheets and any further information required.

Steam Turbine Certification

Those who attend this course are automatically scheduled to take HPC Technical Services' Certification Examination.  This examination is scheduled as part of the course schedule and is offered at no additional expense to the participant.  An 80% passing grade is required.  The examination length will not exceed 2-hours.  Those who complete this examination will receive a revised "certificate of completion" that recognizes this accomplishment along with two-copies of a "To Whom It May Concern" letter that states their accomplishment.  (Two copies are provided, one for the participants' employer and one for the participants' personal file.)  Consult HPC's website, www.TurbineGeneratorTraining.com, for detail on this certification program.