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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 in training.
- Key decision points and responsibilities for control room operators.
Simulator Interface and Plant Overview
- Mastering the simulator interface and system display navigation.
- In-depth understanding of gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, and BOP systems.
- Leveraging alarms, trends, and interlocks for real-time diagnostic analysis.
Normal Operation and Key Maneuvers
- Simulator warm-up phase: managing steady-state operational conditions.
- Executing startup procedures and load increase sequences.
- Strategies for shutdown and load reduction.
Incident Scenarios and Fault Injection
- Handling simulated equipment failures and system malfunctions.
- Workflows for alarm prioritization and effective containment.
- Implementing corrective actions and following escalation procedures.
Emergency Protocols and Recovery
- Managing simulator-driven emergencies, including trip events and protective system activations.
- Carrying out predefined emergency shutdown procedures (ESD).
- Executing recovery, reset, and restoration to safe operating states.
Operational Efficiency and Safety Review
- Techniques for minimizing downtime and preventing cascading effects.
- Maintaining effective communication with field operators and maintenance teams.
- Evaluating key performance metrics against safe operating limits.
Final Simulator Assessment and Feedback
- Live fault-response exercise evaluated by the instructor.
- Comprehensive debriefing and actionable performance improvement recommendations.
- Discussion on site-specific simulator configurations and future follow-ups.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation systems.
- Practical experience operating or supporting power generation control rooms.
- Knowledge of combined cycle plant components and standard workflows.
Target Audience
- Control room operators in combined cycle plants.
- Shift supervisors and system technicians.
- Staff responsible for operational reliability and incident response.
