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- Webinar No: WBNR-1131
- PDH Units: 2
Webinar No: WBNR-1131
PDH Units: 2
$99.00
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- Webinar No: WBNR-1131
- PDH Units: 2
Webinar No: WBNR-1131
PDH Units: 2
$99.00
Intended Audience: civil, electrical and mechanical engineers,
Credits: 2 PDH Units
When: TBA
This Webinar will be scheduled at a later date. Please contact us to arrange the webinar to your group at a special group rated discount. This webinar 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.
Date: TBA
Credits: 2 PDH Units
Webinar Outline:
- INTRODUCTION
- POWER SYSTEM OPERATION
- TYPES OF HYDROPOWER PROJECTS
- COMPONENTS OF HYDRO PROJECTS
- TYPES OF DAMS
Learning Objectives:
At the successful conclusion of this webinar, 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.
Special Webinar Instructions
After payment, please visit this webinar page, click "Start Course" and fill out the Zoom Webinar Registration Form. You'll then be able to access the webinar slides, test your system and receive webinar reminders. After completing the webinar requirements, your certificate of completion will be saved and available for download in your profile. We value your feedback! Please rate this webinar after completion.Group Discounts Available
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