Combined Cycle Power Plant Operations and Troubleshooting

MEC-1178

Course Code

5 Days

Duration

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Mechanical Engineering

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25 Oct 2026 | 29 Oct 2026

Riyadh, KSA

$4,250

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14 Mar 2027 | 18 Mar 2027

Riyadh, KSA

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14 Jun 2027 | 18 Jun 2027

Dubai, UAE

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Course Introduction

This course is devoted to illustrating the high efficiency of the combined cycle compared to other power cycles and methods of increasing this efficiency.

In addition, aspects of the operation and control of combined power plants are presented. Furthermore, details of the components, including the gas turbines, the HRSG, and the steam turbine with its condensing unit, are outlined.

Lastly, the state-of-the-art technology of combined cycles and the second generation is included in the course.

Course Objectives

Major and Auxiliary components in a combined cycle power plant.
Function and operation of different equipment in the plant.
Efficiency calculations and heat rate of a combined cycle.
Methods of air inlet cooling and their effect on performance.
Safety and trip functions in the plant.
The state-of-the-art modifications in current gas turbine technology.
Illustrate the control of the safe firing procedure.
Illustrate the turbine synchronization with the grid
Illustrate the control of the turbine's load variation.
Update the information about digital control and principles of advanced control.
Describe the condenser and condensate system control and problems.
Describe the penalties of a condenser leak.