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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Combined Cycle Simulation
- Overview of combined cycle power generation principles
- The role and capabilities of operational simulators
- Key responsibilities and decision points for control room operators
Simulator Interface and Plant Configuration
- Navigating the simulator interface and monitoring system displays
- Understanding gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG, and BOP systems
- Leveraging alarms, trends, and interlocks for real-time diagnostics
Normal Operations and Critical Maneuvers
- Simulator orientation: managing steady-state conditions
- Startup protocols and load increase sequences
- Shutdown procedures and load reduction strategies
Incident Scenarios and Fault Injection
- Simulating equipment failures and system malfunctions
- Workflows for prioritizing alarms and containing issues
- Corrective measures and escalation protocols
Emergency Protocols and System Recovery
- Managing simulator-driven emergencies, including trip events and protective systems
- Executing predefined Emergency Shutdown (ESD) procedures
- Recovery processes, resets, and restoring safe operating conditions
Operational Efficiency and Safety Assessment
- Strategies to minimize downtime and prevent cascading effects
- Maintaining effective communication with field operators and maintenance teams
- Evaluating key performance metrics and safe operating limits
Final Simulator Assessment and Feedback
- Live fault-response exercise with instructor-led evaluation
- Debriefing sessions and performance improvement insights
- Discussion on site-specific simulator configurations and follow-up actions
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation
- Prior experience operating or supporting power generation control rooms
- Proficiency with combined cycle plant components and associated workflows
Target Audience
- Control room operators for combined cycle plants
- Shift supervisors and system technicians
- Staff responsible for operational reliability and incident management
