- Course No E – 1724
- PDH Units: 3
Course No E - 1724
PDH Units: 3
$75.00
- Course No E – 1724
- PDH Units: 3
Course No E - 1724
PDH Units: 3
$75.00
Intended Audience: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical & Environmental Engineers.
PDH UNITS: 3
This course describes the general concepts of power system operation, the use of hydro projects in power systems, the various types of hydroelectric development, the components of a typical hydro project, the components of a powerhouse, and the various types of turbines that are available. Topics include loads (demand for power), resources (types of powerplants), use of resources to meet loads, and the role of hydropower in power system operation.
Course Outline:
- INTRODUCTION
- POWER SYSTEM OPERATION
- TYPES OF HYDROPOWER PROJECTS
- COMPONENTS OF HYDRO PROJECTS
- TYPES OF DAMS
Learning Objectives:
At the successful conclusion of this course, you’ll be able to identify and discuss:- Learn about the typical, multiple objectives of water resources projects;
- Learn the role hydroelectric power fills in a regional electric power system;
- Learn when Impulse, Francis and Kaplan turbines are selected for a hydroelectric power plant;
- Find out about the scroll case, wicket gates, runner and draft tube components of a hydroelectric turbine;
- Learn the importance of a surge chamber on a penstock; and
- Learn the operating characteristics of a typical electric power system.
