Print this page An Introduction to Prime Movers for Auxiliary Power Systems
J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A., Fellow ASCE, Fellow AEI
Course Outline
1. MECHANICAL ENERGY
2. DIESEL ENGINES
3. TYPES OF DIESEL ENGINES
4. DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM
5. DIESEL COOLING SYSTEM
6. LUBRICATION SYSTEM
7. STARTING SYSTEM
8. GOVERNOR/SPEED CONTROL
9. AIR INTAKE SYSTEM
10. EXHAUST SYSTEM
11. SERVICE PRACTICES
12. OPERATIONAL TRENDS AND ENGINE OVERHAUL
13. GAS TURBINE ENGINES
14. GAS TURBINE ENGINE CLASSIFICATIONS
15. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
16. GAS TURBINE FUEL SYSTEM
17. GAS TURBINE COOLING SYSTEM
18. LUBRICATION SYSTEM
19. STARTING SYSTEM
20. GOVERNOR/SPEED CONTROL
21. COMPRESSOR
22. GAS TURBINE SERVICE PRACTICES
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
Learning Objective
Upon completion of this course you will:
- Learn about compressors for gas turbines;
- Learn the important operational characteristics of governors and speed control devices for turbines;
- Learn the advantages and disadvantages of different types of turbine fuel and cooling systems;
- Learn the physical principles that are the basis for the Otto and Diesel cycles;
- Find out when operational trends will drive engine overhaul schedules;
- Learn the fundamentals of diesel engine air intake and exhaust;
- Learn about engine starting systems;
- Find out about recommended engine service practices;
- Learn about the innovative but little known Wankel engine;
- Learn characteristics of the different types of Diesel engines;
- Learn why operational record keeping is important for plant reliability; and
- Learn the importance of having a starting system compatible with plant operations.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for mechanical engineers, electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers wanting an introduction to prime movers used in auxiliary electric power generating plants.
Benefit for Attendee
This course will give professional engineers and others an introduction to the operational characteristics of diesel and gas turbine engines for power plants.
Course Introduction
This is an introduction to the characteristics, operation and maintenance methods of prime movers and their auxiliary equipment employed in auxiliary power generating systems.
About Course Author
Paul Guyer is a registered mechanical engineer, civil engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with over 35 years experience in the design of buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a senior-level advisor to the California Legislature on infrastructure and capital outlay issues. He has designed and supervised the design of hundreds of construction projects requiring the preparation of detailed working drawings and specifications for federal, state and local public agencies and private companies. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local positions with the American Society of Civil Engineers and National Society of Professional Engineers.
Course Content
The course content is contained in the following PDF file:
An Introduction to Prime Movers for Auxiliary Power Systems
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Course Summary
After completion of this course you will be prepared to address design, operational and maintenance issues associated with auxiliary electrical system prime movers such as gas turbine and diesel engines.
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
